Welcome to Kids' Work Parent University!

We are so excited to share the Kids’ Work University program with you; it is our goal to create a year-round initiative to provide helpful articles, resources, and events for parents and caregivers! We aim to share support and enlightenment on topics from healthy child sleep patterns, nursing/feeding, social-emotional understanding, infant/toddler sign language, baby massage, and so much more. We’d love to serve you, so if there is a topic you would like us to feature, please let us know!

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SURVIVING THE CRITICAL HOUR

As caregivers, we all know how stressful the evenings can be, and we appreciate Elizabeth's understanding and support, providing a great way to find a moment of calm during and after the Critical Hour! We're grateful for 1 Step at a Time Coaching for this great newsletter!

IS MY CHILD READY FOR PRESCHOOL? A Quick Guide!

A few simple tips for knowing if your child is ready to start school, and a few other helpful considerations.

CREATING A BIRTH WISH

Expecting Families will find wonderful tips from Melissa Medina of Hands That Hold! As a doula, she has supported many families create a beautiful birthing experience!

WHY WINTER MAKES SLEEP TRICKIER (and what actually helps)

If you feel like your child's has changed with the season, you're not alone, and there are simple steps you can do to support your child's sleep!

HOLIDAY SEASON WITH SENSORY PLAY

This is a great time of year to support your child's growth and regulation through hands on sensory play! Happy Play provides three benefits of sensory play and also offers some amazing kits that your child would love!

A 5 MINUTE RESET FOR OVERWHELMED CAREGIVERS

Take 5 minutes to yourself to complete a quick breathing exercise that will allow you to find calm and balance in your day! https://www.1step-at-a-time-coaching.com

EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICE TYPES

We welcome the Valens Group/Pioneer Therapy back for a breakdown of all the different types of Early Intervention services!

ALL ABOUT EARLY INTERVENTION

The Valens Group/Pioneer Therapy provides a wonderful overview of the who, what, why, and how of Early Intervention to help you support your child!

SENSORY PLAY TIPS FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT

What a fun post! Happy Minds joins us to share four key areas that are supported by open sensory play!

PRIDE SKILLS TO SUPPORT PARENT-CHILD RELATIONSHIPS

Mind Chicago provides Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and shares the PRIDE acronym as a helpful strategy for building everyday connection with your child!

SPRING DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIPS

How to prepare for the time change to help make the transition smooth for you and your child! We have six great tips to support you!

TIPS FOR SUPPORTING PICKY EATERS

Sharing four amazing ways to change your child's approach to eating and trying new foods, and supporting their healthy development!

MAKING TRAVEL AND SLEEP EASIER FOR YOUR LITTLE ONE!

Great tips to help prepare your child for new sleep spaces, keeping consistent bedtime routines, dealing with jet lag, and more from Sleep Solutions by Cara!

More Tips to Come!

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Welcome to Kids' Work Parent University!

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