Before becoming a parent, you imagine what it will be like to raise a son or daughter from infancy to adulthood. For most of us, the imagined can never quite compare with parental expectation or reality.

First time and even veteran parents have doubts, fears, anxieties, concerns, and questions. Throughout this part of our website, you will learn new information and find new ideas. You will take comfort in knowing that you are not alone in your challenges and feel reassured about all the things that you are doing well! Parents can use this guide to learn parenting tips on a number of important topics.

Resources Shared by Our Family Wellness Specialists

Development of Play Skills
Infants and Toddlers

Teaching Your Child About Feelings
Infants and Toddlers

Teaching Your Child to Identify and Express Emotions
Young Children

Teaching Your Child to Cooperate with Requests
Young Children

Responding to Biting
Young Children

Book List
For Infant thru 8 Years of Age

Tips for Parents of Infants
Stress Management for Parents
Enjoy and Nurture Your Baby
Helping You and Your Baby Adjust to Child Care

Tips for Parents of Toddlers
Managing Toddler Behavior
Playing with Your Toddler

Tips for Parents of Preschoolers
Biting/Rough Play
Enjoying Your Preschooler
Sharing
Time-Outs
Tragedy Tip Card - Preschool Age

Tips for Parents of School-Agers
Chores
Lying
Sibling Fights and Conflict
Staying Home Alone
Activities with your School Ager
Keeping Organized
Tragedy Tip Card - School Age

Tips for Parents of Preteens
Homework
Tragedy Tip Card - Adolescents

Your highest priority is your child’s health and safety. And there are many forces in today’s world that did not exist—or were not discussed—when you were a child. Learn some of the latest findings, how to apply them to your family, and how to ensure that others who are entrusted with the care of your child follow good practices.

Your Child’s Health and Safety Tips
Keeping Children Safe
Shaken Baby Brochure
Soothing a Crying Baby Tip Card
When Your Child Stays Home Alone