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Video: What kids have felt during the pandemic - And it's OK!
The pandemic turned children's lives upside down and left a lot of them sad and confused, says Darla Mullenix, the director of the Childcare and Community Social Emotional Wellness Program at the Center for Child Counseling. That's why it is so impo …
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Tell kids to use their heads — wear a helmet
Bicycle helmets can reduce the chances of head injury by 85 percent and severe brain injury by 88 percent. See more expert tips here to prevent a bike accident. …
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Use this financial aid timeline for college-bound seniors
Check out this month-by-month guide for seniors to help pay for college. It can serve as a handy checklist to stay organized through a complicated, detailed process. …
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Video: Helping your child adjust to your divorce
Divorce is hard on everyone in a family. You want to minimize the emotional disruption for your children as much as possible. That means communicating that while things are going to change, what's not going to change is that parents love them, says C …
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Need a break? Reach out for range of help for special needs
If you're raising a child with special needs in Palm Beach County, read on for details on the many organizations that are here to help. From respite services to equipment, assistance may be just a phone call away. …
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Is your kid a smartphone junky?
When creating rules for internet safety, let your children know how long they can be online and what sites are appropriate. Here are some other suggestions. …
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Video: Summer Reading Tip- Is your child reading 15 minutes a day?
Did you know that reading 15 minutes a day will help keep your child on track during the summer? Those 15 minutes can help children retain what they have learned, making them stronger and more confident readers and preparing them for the next grade. …
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How to fit your child's life jacket
When a boat is moving, Florida law requires children younger than 6 years old to wear a life jacket. Here's how to find the right fit. …
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Video: Ask an expert: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) | EveryParentPBC.org
Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) occurs in children when they encounter early abuse and neglect. Dr. Neil Boris explains how early abuse and neglect can lead to adult diseases like heart disease, depression, suicide, or cancer, and can promote viol …
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Video: My child has ADHD, what can I do?
Getting an ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) diagnosis for your child may answer some of the behaviors you've been seeing like lack of concentration and impulsivity. But what comes next? What can you did as a parent? Here are some quick …
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Safe sleeping arrangements can save your baby's life
Did you know the risk of infant death is 40 times higher when your baby sleeps with you? Find helpful safe sleep tips here to prevent a tragedy. …
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Video: Ask an expert: What is toxic stress? | EveryParentPBC.org
Children can experience two types of stress: tolerable stress which supports children's psychological growth and toxic stress which is repeated adverse experiences that can create a physiological reaction in babies. Dr. Neil Boris shares that the key …
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Run, jump and climb — safely
Nothing's better than watching your child run, jump and climb through the park. Follow these safety tips to keep them safe on the playground. …
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Video: Ask an expert: Advice for new parents | EveryParentPBC.org
No parent is perfect, no matter how seasoned in parenting and child development. According to Dr. Neil Boris, an infant/toddler development specialist, emotional connection and engagement help foster brain cell development in infants. Parents who sim …
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Video: Child not listening? Try F-L-A. Feeling. Limit. Alternative.
Your young child not listening? Are you frustrated? Don't know what to do? Try the F-L-A technique--Feeling, Limit and Alternative. It's easy to remember! Just think Florida! Let experts from the Center for Child Counseling explain F-L-A. First, y …
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Video: Ask an expert: Can you spoil a baby? | EveryParentPBC.org
There is a thin line between spoiling a child and not setting a limit. Dr. Neil Boris shares how comforting children is healthy for you and your child, and how not setting limits can create challenges. As long as children are aware of their limits, i …
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Now's the perfect time to teach your child to swim — at low cost
Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death for children between 1 and 4 years old. Sadly, Florida traditionally leads the country in drowning deaths for that age group. These local organizations can help you find free or low-cost swim less …
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Video: Ask an expert: What is "serve and return"? | EveryParentPBC.org
Serve and Return is used to describe the back-and-forth interactions between a newborn baby and his or her parent. Dr. Neil Boris shows how Serve and Return interactions, like smiles, gazes and sounds are crucial in advancing the brain development of …
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These local organizations can provide essentials in a pinch
“About 41 percent of the population of Palm Beach County is living paycheck to paycheck,” says Lexi Savage, former senior vice president with United Way of Palm Beach County. “So if there’s a crisis, such as a car breakdown, they’re financially vulne …
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Video: Ask an expert: Postpartum depression | EveryParentPBC.org
It is common for new mothers to experience sleeplessness due to crying babies, distress or recovery from delivery during the postpartum period. Depression creeps in when that distress proceeds to a point where a mother's appetite, sleep and a joyous, …
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How to stow away medicine from little explorers in your home
While it’s important to encourage our kids to explore and discover new things, we want to be careful to keep them safe when it comes to medication. Here are tips from experts on how to do that. …
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Worried about paying for college? Experts can help
There are a number of options when it comes to paying for college. Our local experts recommend to start planning early to ensure you'll have the resources. Read on for more of their tips and insight. …
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Using the right car seat — correctly installed — saves lives
Did you know Florida law requires children up through age 5 to ride in safety or booster seats? Read on for more expert tips on what's best for your child at different ages. …
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Video: Looking for things to do in Palm Beach County? Check out the EveryParent App!
Looking for something fun to do with your children this weekend? Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County has just what you need! Children’s Services Council’s free EveryParent app now features weekly 'Things to Do' updates for families wi …
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There's nothing funny about distracted walking turning fatal
Distracted walking is on the rise for all age groups, including children and teenagers. In a recent study, one in five high-school students and one in eight middle-school students were seen crossing the street while distracted. Here are some tips to …
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Staying in touch with your child's teachers is vital, especially in middle school
If your schedule is tight, pick the teachers of subjects your child seems to struggle with the most and make appointments with them. …
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Video: Ask an expert: Effects of toxic stress | EveryParentPBC.org
Toxic stress can have a long-term impact on the mental health of children, unless a buffering adult relationship can help support the child. Dr. Neil Boris explains how the absence of a consistent, close caregiver increases the likelihood of children …
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How to boil down dangers in your kitchen, keep lid on burns
The kitchen brings friends and families together, but many hazards lurk for little ones. Here's how to keep everyone safe from burns and scalds. …
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Learn the triple defense for fun but perilous place: the pool
The majority of child drownings are in swimming pools. Parents and caregivers should use three layers of protection: supervision, barriers and emergency preparedness. Read on for details from our experts. …
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Is your elementary student fighting you on homework?
Setting up a schedule and routine is best for children this age, but the Palm Beach County Library System is a prime spot for help if you notice your child is struggling with assignments. Here are more suggestions from our local experts . . . …
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Preschool isn't too early for a parent-teacher conference
Parent-teacher conferences may seem silly in preschool, but they're a great chance to hear how your child is performing in the classroom. It also creates an open line of communication in case of future problems, and allows you to share any concerns. …
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What? More kids are taken to the ER for slips, trips and falls than other injuries
Windows, stairs, balconies and playgrounds can pose a serious risk. These tips can help you protect your little one. …
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Set clear limits for your preschooler to learn self-control
"All children misbehave. It is our job to socialize them, to teach them right from wrong," a local psychologist says. Read on for expert tips and advice on how to tame your child's tantrums and misbehavior. …
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Parent-teacher conferences point beyond high school to future
Parent-teacher conferences during high school are a great time to discuss your child's career interests or future educational opportunities. …
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Is your family facing homelessness? Don't be afraid to ask for help
Agencies in Palm Beach County work together to help families find stable housing. If you're on the verge of homelessness, here are all the details from our local experts on how reach out for assistance. …
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Your homework: Get early jump on parent-teacher conferences
The more you talk to your child’s teacher, the more you can help your child learn and grow. Even in kindergarten, you can schedule a conference. And even if your child is not having problems, it’s good to check in. Here's what you can learn. …
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Video: Ask an expert: Talking to a baby | EveryParentPBC.org
While communicating with a baby, people use motherese, which is a somewhat exaggerated or musical form of speech having no linguistic regards. Dr. Neil Boris encourages parents not to worry if there are delays in their child's speech development. Par …
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Questions to ask during a parent-teacher conference
Not sure how to approach your parent-teacher conference? Here are some questions you can ask to jump-start the conversation . . . …
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Video: Child not listening? Try F-L-A. Feeling. Limit. Alternative.
Your young child not listening? Are you frustrated? Don't know what to do? Try the F-L-A technique--Feeling, Limit and Alternative. It's easy to remember! Just think Florida! Let experts from the Center for Child Counseling explain F-L-A. First, y …
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Look and look again in driveways — cars are big; kids are small
In recent years, more than 1,150 children have died after cars backed over them in driveways. Almost all of them were younger than 5 years old, and in many cases, the driver was a family member. Read on for expert tips to prevent a tragedy. …
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Video: Ask an expert: Advice for a tired parent | EveryParentPBC.org
From taking care of a newborn baby to going through the recovery of delivery, there's a lot that new parents go through. Sleeplessness becomes a common encounter in their lives as they find themselves dealing with crying babies. Dr. Neil Boris advise …
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Just step up for assistance for your special-needs toddler
Free developmental screenings help identify children who may be at risk for developmental delays. Read on for insight and details from our local experts. …
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Hidden dangers: button batteries
Button batteries power everything, from remote controls to singing greeting cards. Often smaller than a quarter, they've become increasingly popular but can be deadly if swallowed. Read on for tips on how to protect your child. …
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Video: Quick tips on helping your child with toilet training
Toilet training your child can be a frustrating (and messy) experience. What can a parent do? Get some quick tips from Esperanza Gomez, a Triple P Practitioner with the Center for Family Services in West Palm Beach. Triple P stands for the Positive …
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Video: Ask an expert: Parental depression | EveryParentPBC.org
Depression in parents and caregivers can influence the serve and return interaction between mothers/fathers/caregivers and babies. Dr. Neil Boris shares how children seek an emotional connection when they smile or gaze at their parents, but people wh …
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Watch the road instead of your phone
Distracted driving cuts across all age groups. In a recent national survey, 78 percent of moms with children younger than 2 said they have talked on the phone while driving. Read on for more insight and advice from our experts. …
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Risk of hot car deaths is real, especially in South Florida
Even when it’s not so hot out, children are at risk of heatstroke if left in an enclosed vehicle. When the outdoor temperature is 72 to 96 degrees, the temperature inside a vehicle can jump up 40 degrees in just an hour. See our expert tips on how to …
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Open water and boating pose different dangers than pools
From oceans to man-made lakes, open water is everywhere in South Florida. Here are some tips to prevent your child from drowning. …
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