Now What? Child Abuse Awareness

08/05/2022

You can now find (almost) ALL of our Now What Blog posts archived on our website! Visit https://www.foreverychild.org/now-what-blog-archive to find the quick parenting tips, tricks, support and resources that you've come to know and love over the last 7 years! 💙

now what?We’ll help you find what you need to be a confident parent. Maybe you coach a baseball team or you help care for the neighbor kids from time to time. You are investing in the safety and security of the children in our community. But, that doesn't mean that you know all the answers, and yo...

07/30/2021

As summer winds down, here are some helpful tips to remember to keep your kids healthy, happy, and safe!💙

Here’s a quick reminder of summer safety tips to keep the kiddos safe as they make the last few days of summer count.

07/23/2021

Who do you talk to when life gets stressful? What about the days that your toddlers, threenagers, tweens, or teens are taking every last bit of your patience?

If you have a person, or persons, to turn to during life's challenges, you know that having social supports is key to keeping your patience and finding your calm in the middle of chaos. If you're still working on finding your social support system, keep going! Look for parenting groups online or in your community with kids of similar ages - join a parent/tot class, go to a park - reach out!

For other ideas on finding your social support system - check out this blog from the archives - https://www.childabuseqc.org/single-post/2014/09/17/find-your-parenting-tribe

For WHY you need a positive social support system - be sure to read TODAY's Blog post - https://www.childabuseqc.org/single-post/connections-matter-social-support-for-parents

Whether you need practical, emotional, or informational support, having a good group of close friends or family is beneficial!

07/16/2021

I saw an internet meme last week that showed the "June" parent full of ideas and the "July" parent increasing screen time because...well....summer days can be long. But...we're here to help!

If your creativity is drained (or, more likely, the kids just aren't excited about the same things they were last week - yes, we've been there, too!) check out today's blog post for new summer memory making ideas! 💙

We have compiled a list of some classic QC area experiences and places to visit-- some of which are completely free!

07/09/2021

If your home is anything like ours in the summer, "structured" learning is not on our radar. But...what about reading? How can you encourage your kids to read - to build that foundation of learning and increase development, imagination, vocabulary, and emotional capacity?

Make reading fun! Summer is the perfect time to tie favorite books to favorite summer outings - reading about animals, let's visit the zoo! Reading about adventures outdoors, let's go to the park!

Read our newest Blog Post for other tips and tricks to encourage your young reader...and renew your own interest in reading! 💙



https://www.childabuseqc.org/single-post/5-ways-to-encourage-your-kids-to-read

07/02/2021

If you're anything like me, sleep is always on your mind, but is often the last thing on your priority list. Take a look at this week's blog post about the importance of sleep for kids - and remember, as parents, our bodies need time to rest and reenergize, too! 💙

Sleep has a profound impact on cognitive function, mood, and decision making. Well rested kids will perform better throughout the day.

06/25/2021

Summer time - and all the fun and long stretches of daylight that come with it - can be a tough time to stick to routines. But routine is exactly what kids need to feel safe and secure - that predictability, especially for young children, can help you avoid future meltdowns!

Read on to find out more about the importance of routines!

Creating and maintaining routines into your children and family’s lives has a positive impact on many aspects of life.

06/18/2021

This week's new blog post - all about Dad's!

We know that a supportive, positive adult in a child's life can make a world of difference in that child's life trajectory. When those adults are supportive, positive parents - those positive connections are even stronger - building healthy, resilient children!

Father’s Day is a day to celebrate fathers and the wonderful role they play within the family.

05/28/2021

While the weather this weekend isn’t very summery - or even spring-like - as the days get warmer, here are some tips to get your kids outside to play!

Getting kids outside is great for both their bodies and their minds. But how can you get them to play outside without “forcing” them? The key is to encourage them and make being outside fun!

05/21/2021

In honor of CASA Volunteer Appreciation Day earlier this week - we thought a throw-back to our post about the important role that CASA volunteers play would be appropriate!

https://www.childabuseqc.org/single-post/a-voice-for-the-vulnerable-the-casa-volunteer

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) are trained citizen volunteers that advocate for children as they navigate through the court process. They collect and provide critical information to the courtroom, with the ultimate goal of ensuring the child has a permanent, safe and loving home.

05/14/2021

It's easy to get into a pattern of negative self-talk - especially when we're tired, overwhelmed, and stressed, so how do we break the cycle? How do we flip the switch on our own negative thoughts so that we can help our kiddos avoid the same trap?

Once you begin to recognize negative self-talk and how you can spin the situation positively, you can help your kids adjust their mindset.

05/07/2021

This Mother’s Day, remember you are important and valued in the lives of your children and the children around you that you care about 💙

This Sunday is Mother’s Day. A day set aside and dedicated every year for you. Your love, support, devotion, and nurturing are invaluable.