Positive attention can be empowering for anyone, regardless of age. But did you know that it can play a significant role in your child’s development? Positive attention may help to reduce behavior problems in your child as well as increase feelings of love, security, and confidence. As the parent, this is your chance to show… Continue Reading
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Helping A Child Who Has OCD: A Guide
Did you know more than half a million children in the United States suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)? This disorder often revolves around compulsions, rituals, and reassurance-seeking behaviors in an attempt to get rid of or reduce the anxiety associated with a certain obsession. As a parent, you may naturally want to comfort your child.… Continue Reading
5 Tips For Surviving The “Terrible Twos”
The dreaded term and irritating remark– the “terrible twos.” According to Healthline, this stage of toddlerhood is when your child is learning to walk, talk, have opinions, experience emotions, and begin to understand how to share and take turns. Although trying, this is a normal developmental phase that often results in tantrums and defiant behavior.… Continue Reading
Discussing Mental Health With Children
As a parent, having a happy and healthy child is indispensable. Yet, in an unabashed world filled with unforeseen circumstances leaving a lasting imprint on the world, it is important to make your child aware and equipped to handle real-life issues. Anxiety, stress, and negative emotions are at the forefront of an array of mental… Continue Reading
6 Instagram Accounts for Parents to Follow in 2022
Since its introduction to society in 2010, Instagram has created a defining place for itself in many people’s lives. Here at Wake Forest Pediatric Associates, we know the presence of the platform can leave all parents wondering whether it has a helpful (or harmful) effect. While both can be true, there is merit to discover.… Continue Reading
How Hormones Work: A Guide for Adolescents (and Parents)
Puberty is a time of intense change for adolescents. By learning how hormones work, parents and children can solve some of the confusion out of these developments. Parents will be able to understand further what their child is going through. From the beginning, a parent’s knowledge can give their child peace of mind as they… Continue Reading
6 Toddler Safety Tips
When your baby becomes a toddler, the new movement can provide new opportunities for safety issues. Learning what to watch out for is vital. Here, we provide you with six toddler safety tips to keep in mind. Toddler Safety Tips For You Each of these provides a shift in your mindset from when your child… Continue Reading
8 Halloween Safety Tips for Kids & Parents
There are many reasons we welcome fall with open arms. But the thing your child might be most excited about in October is Halloween. And why shouldn’t they be? Halloween is one of the most fun holidays for children. To get the most out of the holiday, Halloween safety should be top of mind for… Continue Reading
8 Back-to-School Tips for Parents
A new school year is upon us, and while things are looking a little more “normal” than they were this time last year, you might need some help gearing up and getting back into the swing of things. So we’re here to offer you some back-to-school tips to help you and your child stay safe,… Continue Reading
7 Fun Cold Weather Activities to Cure the Winter Blues
Even with COVID-19 putting a damper on some favorite cold weather activities, you can still get in some seasonal fun this winter. And even if warmer temperatures are (hopefully) not far away, you’re probably struggling to keep kids entertained when it’s gray and chilly out. If you’re looking for things to do to fill the… Continue Reading
