By: Dr. Caison-Sorey, associate medical director at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan As summer ends, the thought of back-to-school to-dos can be overwhelming. In fact, a recent study found 80 percent of parents experience anxiety during this time of year; many admitting they feel more stressed than they do during the holidays. To make the back-to-school transition less…
In honor of National Kids Takeover the Kitchen day on Sept. 13, what better way to spark your kid’s interest in healthy eating than to get them involved in the kitchen? Starting them cooking young can develop their passion for watching what they eat and creating healthy meals while teaching them skills they can take into adulthood (plus you’ll get an extra…
If you’re a parent to young children, you know how easy it is for them to get into things they shouldn’t. You also know how easy it is for them to experience falls, cuts, scrapes, bruises, and a variety of other injuries. As a parent, it’s natural to want to keep your kids safe from harm. Unfortunately, covering every square…
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2018 FAMILY SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS With Kelly Orginski In Partnership with Oakland PAC Saturday Learning Opportunity: For families of children with IEPs (Kids 13+ are welcome!) 9:00AM-3:00PM OAKLAND SCHOOLS 2111 N. Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford 48328 Register: https://www.smore.com/nyzet The purpose of this session is to explore skills that parents can use, in partnership with schools, to help children…
Many a parent has been there before. When your little one is a newborn, they probably sleep 10.5 to 18 hours a day. Suddenly, when they start teething around four to six months old, they have trouble sleeping. They’re up crying and in pain, which means you’re up crying and in pain. They’re cranky, you’re cranky. But you’ve heard the warnings about…
According to the National Safety Council, preventable injury-related deaths are more likely to occur in the home than any other area. This is a terrifying thought, but thankfully, most of these can be prevented if you know what to look for. And what’s more, they can also be treated if you know what you are doing. Spend the necessary…
If I had a dime for every time a caregiver asked me how to tell when their child will be able to stop using their booster seat, I’d have so many dimes. So. Many. Dimes. So let’s answer that question: Your child is ready for the seat belt alone when they can pass what’s commonly referred to as the 5…
Whether parents choose to homeschool or enroll in institutional methods of education, the pressure to academically prepare for what’s next is increasing year to year. Buzzwords such as “Kindergarten readiness” coupled with the Third-Grade Reading Law signed by Governor Snyder this past October surely have many parents wondering how to ready their young learners. As an Early Childhood Advocate and toddler…
Skills for Effective Parent Advocacy with Sandee Koski Thursday, April 26, 2018 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm (Sign-in opens at 5 pm) Redford Library 25320 W. Six Mile Redford, MI 48240 This workshop will explore six skills parents can use to become more effective advocates for their child with a disability, including: * understanding your child’s disability * knowing your…
As children get older, all parents eventually face the question of “Is my child ready to stay home alone?” Whether it is for a few minutes after school, or for an hour while mom and dad run a quick errand, this is a big decision for both parent and child. Invariably, the first member of the family to determine the…
In April of 2018, I was contacted by a PR firm that represents Serviz.com, a new company that provides handyman, plumbing, appliance repair, carpet cleaning services and more. I recommend that you do not use them. After a couple of weeks of communication, we decided that they would send out a plumber to replace the wax ring on my toilet,…
You’ve probably seen the ads on Facebook, or heard the radio spots. SHIPT has been expanding throughout Michigan for the past year. Just recently I have seen a lot of social media posts asking questions about the SHIPT process, so I figured it was time for a quick blog post. Full disclosure, I have been a SHIPT shopper for a…
Guest Writer: Kevin Christofora – http://thehometownallstars.com/ Most parents will (and should) agree: it’s important to teach our children about acceptance. That’s true no matter where you live, but it’s really essential when you’re based somewhere with a diverse population. The Detroit area was already home to one of the largest populations of Arab Americans in the U.S., and now that…
The United States has more cars than any other country in the world, at 300 million. That being said, the roads can be a dangerous place for drivers, pedestrians, bikers, and cyclers alike. If you own a bicycle or motorcycle and want to stay safe on the roads this summer, it’s as easy as following some smart yet simple safety tips.…
As summer time approaches and many children will be entering Kindergarten this fall, parents and teachers alike are left to wonder, “Are they ready?” and “What does Kindergarten readiness really mean?” Consider this: One in every four children under the age of four years old have experienced some form of trauma in our country. According to Judy Darling LMSW, IMH-E@IV of Transforming Teachers, social emotional…
