Parents are the biggest influence on a child.  Below are articles and tips on parenting.  The majority of the articles are in Adobe

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Articles

10 Ways to be a Better Dad from the National Fatherhood Initiative 

Choosing a Quality Childcare from the Children’s Almanac and Child Care Directory

Choosing the Best Program for Your Child from the Child Care Resource Network

What to Look for When Selecting a Summer Camp from the Children’s Almanac and Child Care Directory

Three Years that Shape the World from the Children’s Almanac and Child Care Directory

Family Time: Accept No Substitute from the Children’s Almanac and Child Care Directory

Obesity in Children – A “Growing” Problem by D. Van Ginkel, M.D., BMF Pediatrics

 

Tips

Coping with a Crying Baby from Florida Department of Health Tips on Coping with a Crying Baby

Caring for Baby’s Teeth: Questions and Answers

Child Safety Tips

Water Safety Tips

Car Seat Safety

Reducing the Risk of Infectious Disease

Helping Children Cope with Crisis provided by The Center for Peace Education

Fifteen Ways to Improve Children’s Self-Esteem