Family Life Archives

Parents: Here’s how to manage your family’s extra time at home

Many schools are closed or providing virtual instruction only due to COVID-19. This is likely resulting in unexpected time at home for you and your family.

What to do when your child has a mental health emergency

April 1, 2020/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Parenting, Suicide/by Rise and Shine

The following summaries can help you take the appropriate actions when your child has a mental health emergency.

Supporting your teen during COVID-19

March 30, 2020/in 13-18 years, Coronavirus, Emotional well being, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

Teenagers can teach us a lot about adaptability, innovation and resilience, and teens can thrive in this new time.

Can I breastfeed if I have COVID-19?

March 26, 2020/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, Breastfeeding, Common Viruses, Coronavirus, Family Life, Infections and Illness, Pregnancy, Right Highlight, Risk factors/by Rise and Shine

The bottom line is that if you have tested positive for COVID-19, in all likelihood it is safe to continue to breastfeed your child.

mother comforting crying teenage daughter

Helping kids deal with disappointment

March 24, 2020/in 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Coronavirus, Depression, Emotional well being, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

There are some good approaches to take, and some to avoid, that can help us emerge from this with more skills to deal with life’s disappointments as they come.