Search Results

Search
Recommended search terms:COVID-19PrenatalWomens Health Developmental Food Stages First Aid Kit
Dental CareTaking care of your children’s teeth is an important part of their development. Find out what you can do to keep your child’s teeth healthy.
Medi-Cal Covers Dental CareDid you know Medi-Cal benefits also cover dental visits at little or no cost to you? Including coverage for two dental visits a year for your kids! SmileCalifornia.org has more information about your covered services and finding a Medi-Cal dentist near you.
Health Insurance/Covered CA Medical insurance can include dental insurance to help with the cost of dental care. Here is how to sign up for health insurance in California.
How to Make Trips to the Dentist as Smooth as PossibleIt’s normal for both caregivers and children to experience some anxiety when it comes to dental visits. But there are some ways to prepare in advance for the dentist trip to make it as stress-free as possible.
How Often Should I Bathe My Baby? And Other Grooming QuestionsYour little bundle of joy is squirming in your arms. You might feel your heart filling with love—and your brain filling with questions about how to keep your baby safe, clean, and healthy. These hygiene tips for infants and babies can help take the guesswork out of grooming your baby and help you focus instead on bonding with your little one.
What Are Adverse Childhood Experiences?We all want to see our little ones realize their potential and live fulfilling lives. By providing safe, stable, and nurturing relationships and environments for your child, you can support their development and help them thrive.
Taking Care of Your Emotional HealthIt is natural to feel stress, anxiety, and worry during this time. Taking care of your emotional health will help you think clearly and react responsibly. Find helpful tips for self-care and mental health.
Eating and Tooth Decay Did you know that good nutrition helps promote healthy teeth? Learn tips on how to prevent tooth decay in your child.
Ways to Cope With Parent GuiltNo matter how much we do for our children, many caregivers still experience parent guilt, the feeling that we’re not doing enough or aren’t doing the right things for our children. If you’ve had these feelings, there are steps you can take to help you cope and heal.
Parenting During a Pandemic: Helping Children Cope With Mental Health ChallengesThe U.S. Surgeon General released a new advisory highlighting the urgent need to address the nation’s youth mental health crisis. Everyone, especially families and caregivers, must work together to support the mental health of our youth.
Your Guide to Prenatal MilestonesYour baby’s growth and development begin during your pregnancy. Caring for yourself while pregnant—commonly referred to as prenatal care—is the first step to helping your child thrive.
How to Help Children Cope With DivorceGetting divorced can be a difficult decision for caregivers to make. But divorce can also be the best choice for families, and with caregiver support, children can cope with the change in a healthy way.
Caregiver Check-in: Taking Care of Yourself While You Care for Your ChildCaring for young children is one of the most demanding jobs there is. From feeding and diaper changes to constant supervision, caregivers have seemingly endless to-do lists. With such a busy schedule, caregivers often push their own self-care needs further and further down the list. However, taking care of yourself is essential for maintaining your mental and physical health.
Feeling ‘Touched Out’? Ways to Honor Your Needs and RechargeAs caregivers, we love our children more than anything. But sometimes the thought of little hands touching our faces or pulling at our shirts can make our stomachs squirm or our skin crawl. If you’ve ever experienced these feelings, you might be “touched out.”
Mental & Emotional HealthParental mental health is not often widely discussed – but it should be. Taking care of yourself emotionally is vital to your ability to be the best parent possible for your children.
How to Recognize Signs of Trauma in ChildrenAs caregivers, we all share the same goal of wanting our children to have a healthy and thriving future. However, children may still experience distressing or traumatic moments. By recognizing the signs of trauma early on, we can provide the necessary care to support our children’s well-being.
What Are the Symptoms of Toxic Stress?As caregivers, we strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where our children can grow and thrive. However, there are times when life throws unexpected challenges their way. While stress is a natural part of life, being exposed to ongoing, harmful stress—called toxic stress—can negatively affect children’s health. It's important to know the signs of toxic stress so that we can provide the support needed to protect them.
3 Ways to Help Your Child Bounce Back From Difficult MomentsAs caregivers, we have the incredibly important job of giving our children the tools and support that will help them thrive throughout their lives. Helping them become resilient, or able to bounce back from difficult moments, will provide lasting benefits to our children.

39 Results found