4 Practical Resolutions for Working Parents to Embrace in 2025
The 2024 U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory highlighted the significant amount of…
Selecting Nutritious Drinks for Children and Teenagers
Selecting nutritious beverages for children and adolescents is equally important as choosing healthy foods. With numerous options available, it’s essential to prioritize beverages that contribute to overall wellness. Opting for water, milk, and 100% juice can help ensure that young individuals receive adequate hydration and essential nutrients. Reducing sugary drinks and sodas can significantly support their health and development. Encouraging good drinking habits early on can foster a lifetime of healthy choices.
Proposed Rate Hike Could Challenge Families’ Ability to Thrive in Missouri
Consider this a warning from someone who has relocated from a blue state.
Over three years ago, I moved my family to Missouri, attracted by its sensible culture, affordability, and the promise of an improved quality of life.
Cultivating Wisdom and Insight for Foster and Adoptive Parents
Pam Parish is the founder and executive director of Connections Homes, an organization inspired by her personal journey as a mother to eight daughters—one biological and seven adopted.
Children’s Culture January 30, 2025
Community Service Hours
High school students looking to earn community service credits have multiple opportunities this week at the East Hampton Library. On Monday, there’s a Teen…
Guiding Families in Effectively Supporting Their Neurodivergent Child
On January 30, 2025, Carla Dow shared insights on the experiences of individuals feeling uncertain in their roles. One individual expressed a sense of being in limbo, unsure about whether their actions were right or wrong, and what the appropriate next steps should be. This highlights a common struggle faced by many in various organizations.
Marsh Appoints Its First Equine Counselor
With over 20 years of counseling experience at The Marsh Foundation, Annette Herrmann has embarked on a new challenge as she takes on a new role at The Marsh.
Cutting Down on Screen Time: Understanding Our Challenges
Do you think your teenager spends too much time on their phone?
How about your own screen time? Are you spending too much time on your device?
It’s been noted that about half of individuals in the U.S. are concerned about excessive phone usage.
Parents in the US Experience a 50% Increase in Childcare Expenses
U.S. childcare costs have risen by as much as 50% over the past year.
Iowa Senate Advances Paid Parental Leave Legislation
Governor Kim Reynolds’ bill to provide paid parental leave to state employees has successfully passed its initial stage in the Iowa Senate. The legislation proposes four weeks of paid leave for parents who give birth.