3-5 years Archives

Sibling bullying versus sibling rivalry

It’s normal for siblings to fight, but when sibling disagreements become abusive, that’s no longer normal behavior, it’s sibling bullying.

Doom and Gloom: COVID-19 fears and January

December 22, 2021/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Coronavirus, Depression, Emotional well being, Emotions and Behavior, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety, Suicide/by Rise and Shine

January tends to be a time when many people feel gloomy. This year, there’s a persisting unwanted and all too familiar stressor: COVID-19.

How do I get a 7-year-old child to stop screaming when she doesn’t get her way?

December 21, 2021/in 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Discipline, Family Life, Parenting, Q&A Forum, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

To get a child to stop screaming when she doesn’t get her way, you need to be consistent, otherwise she’s likely to keep screaming.

Helping your child support a friend with mental health challenges

December 16, 2021/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Depression, Eating Disorders, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Friendships, Mood, Parenting, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety, Suicide/by Rise and Shine

Here are some tips for helping your child support a friend with mental health challenges and knowing when to bring in outside help.

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The COVID-19 booster for children: Frequently asked questions

December 9, 2021/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Common Viruses, Coronavirus, COVID Vaccine, Doctor’s Visits, Infections and Illness, Right Highlight, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

While your child’s original vaccine continues to protect them against severe illness and death, it will wear off a bit over time. A booster shot provides extra protection against COVID-19.