ChildStrive

09/02/2026

September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. By supporting both the mental and physical health of children and their families, ChildStrive seeks to reduce the long-term impact of adverse experiences.

If you are struggling or you know someone who is, the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 via call or text, or online at 988lifeline.org.

09/01/2026

ChildStrive's Outreach Support Services include Child and Family Counseling and Support, The ECLIPSE Program (Early Childhood Intervention & Prevention Services), and serving on the steering committee for Homeward House Collaborative. Learn more at ChildStrive.org/what-we-do/community-services.

08/30/2026

Sarah and Michael’s son, Ethan thrived with help from ChildStrive’s Early Supports for Infants and Toddlers program. Looking back, they realize the greatest gift ChildStrive gave them wasn’t simply support through feeding and speech challenges. It was the confidence to believe in their son’s abilities and the tools to help him navigate whatever comes next.

Hear more of their story in our summer newsletter: https://childstrive.org/summer-2026-e-news.

08/29/2026

Plan ahead for free fun in September with this great guide from Seattle's Child.

Discover free, kid-friendly events in Seattle this weekend and throughout September 2026. Find festivals, outdoor fun, and activities — all free.

08/27/2026

If you have concerns about your child's feeding skills (from bringing food to their mouths and using utensils to basics like chewing and swallowing), our Early Support program may be able to help. Feeding Specialists can work with you and your child on the variety of skills involved in eating.

Learn more and get started at childstrive.org/early-support.

08/25/2026

And supporting children and their families in the early years benefits all of humanity as well!

08/24/2026

As summer fades into fall, life begins to change. School starts, schedules shift, and familiar rhythms give way to new ones. While these transitions can sometimes feel overwhelming for young children (and grown-ups!), they also offer wonderful opportunities to build connection, confidence, and security.

One of the best ways to help children navigate change is through simple, predictable routines. A special goodbye ritual, reading the same bedtime book, or taking a walk after dinner can become comforting anchors in an otherwise changing season.

Get some more ideas for a routine your family can try and learn more about why it matters in our Summer newsletter: childstrive.org/summer-2026-e-news.

08/21/2026

We love a playful learning moment!

"The table is the stove. The spoon is the ladle. The soup is whatever they say it is. 🍲 This Vroom Tip turns pretend cooking into a brain-building moment your toddler will love! 🧠💡" - Vroom

08/19/2026

Today's the day! There's still time to enjoy a meal at Habit Burger & Grill in Shoreline and support ChildStrive. 20% of your order will be donated to us!

08/17/2026

Our next Community Bites fundraiser is coming up on Wednesday at Habit Burger & Grill in Shoreline! Join us for good eats for a good cause and 20% of your order will go back to ChildStrive.