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Everything from Local Honey Benefits, Social Media Impacts, ADHD, Child Warning Signs, Mental Health in Teenagers, Normal Attention Spans, CPR to Parental Involvement.
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
Receiving a diagnosis of Down syndrome can bring a wide range of emotions for expectant and new parents. You may feel joy, uncertainty, hope, fear, or simply have a lot of questions. All of those feelings are…
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place through digital devices such as smartphones, computers, tablets, gaming consoles, smartwatches, and other internet-connected devices. It occurs on social media platforms, text messaging apps, online games, email, discussion forums, live-streaming…
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
If you’ve ever asked your child to clean their room only to discover them twenty minutes later building a spaceship out of couch cushions, you’re not alone. Children have an incredible ability to focus on what captures their imagination—and an equally impressive ability to forget everything…
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
As parents, we pay close attention to our children’s physical health. We schedule annual checkups, make sure they get enough sleep, encourage healthy eating, and rush to the doctor when they have a fever or a broken bone. But a child’s emotional well-being deserves the same level…
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide – Houston
As parents, it’s easy to wonder what is going on inside your child’s mind. One minute they’re asking endless “why?” questions, and the next they’re having a complete meltdown because their sandwich was cut into triangles instead of squares. While these moments can leave parents scratching…
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
For many children, reading begins as a process of sounding out letters, decoding words, and trying very hard not to lose their place every three seconds. At first, success often looks simple: recognizing vocabulary…
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
Parenting a child with ADHD can be, well…hard. Really hard. It can test your patience, your creativity, and your ability to answer the same question five times before breakfast. But it can also be one of the most rewarding journeys you’ll ever take. Children with ADHD are often incredibly…
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
Parenting doesn’t come with an instruction manual—although many of us have wished one magically appeared around the same time as the diaper bag. The good news? Today’s parents and caregivers have access to more high-quality child development courses than ever before, many of…
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
Have you ever wondered if there is a natural and delicious way to help alleviate allergies in both children and adults? Look no further than the golden goodness of local honey. Not only does local honey add…
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
Navigating the world of friendships and relationships in this digital age can be a balancing act filled with opportunities and challenges. However, with a focused approach to both online and offline interactions, you can cultivate deeper bonds and richer…
By: Kaitlin Silva
The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
Do you know what to do in an emergency? CPR training could save a life; be it your family, friends, or even a stranger, getting certified is easier than ever with a wide variety of options that conform to your…
By: Kaitlin Silva
The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
We’re in the full swing of summer now in Texas, and with many long, hot days ahead, it’s important to be able to recognize the early warning signs of overheating and dehydration in yourself and your…
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
We’ve all heard the warnings about being a “helicopter parent.” Parental involvement is so important but no parent wants to over do it or smother their kids, or be too overprotective, or not…
By: Dr. Tamisha Jones, Medical Director of Pediatrics
From the moment your baby is born, you are closely watching him or her for every possible milestone. Is my son the right weight for his age? Why is my daughter’s head so big? Many parents can’t help but…
Social Media Impact On Mental Health In Teens
By: The Kid’s Directory Family Resource Guide–Houston–The Blog
While social media platforms can provide avenues for self-expression and connections with peers, they also carry the risk of exposure to harmful content and unhealthy comparisons. As a parent, being aware of these gender differences is essential in…