HOW TO’S & GUIDES
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All about Colors!
By: Tina Yang, Early Head Start Teacher, Penfield Children’s Center
For early learners, sorting activities are […]
How to Respond to your Child’s Negative Behavior instead of React
By: Kim Marcin, LPC, Senior Family Counselor, Penfield Children’s Center
The body’s stress response system helps […]
4 Invaluable Answers About Postpartum Depression
By Laura S. Gertz, LPC , Aurora Behavioral Health Center
Expecting a baby? Congratulations!
The weeks and […]
Volunteering with Kids
By: Ellen Anderson, Volunteer Specialist at Penfield Children’s Center
When children volunteer, they learn compassion and […]
How to Manage Information Overload as a Parent
By: Rebecca Michelsen, M.Ed., MCHES, Manager of Community Outreach & Family Programs at Penfield Children’s […]
Talk to Me! Tips and Tricks for Meaningful Conversations with your Children
By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center
All too often we pick up our kids from school […]
Teaching Children to Share
By: Patricia Newton-Powell, Assistant Director of Child Care Services, Penfield Children’s Center
Sharing is difficult, but […]
How to Prevent Biting
Biting among toddlers and young children is a common concern for parents. Understanding WHY […]
The Five Finger Rule for Choosing a Book
By: Rebecca Michelsen, M.Ed., MCHES, Manager of Community Outreach & Family Programs
Books come in all […]
How to Raise an Adaptable Kid
By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center
Every child has his/her likes and dislikes and feelings toward […]
Your Baby’s First Check-Up
By: Shelli Samson, NI, Penfield Children’s Center
Around 3-5 days after your baby comes home from […]
Teaching Children to be Safe Pedestrians
By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center
As parents and caregivers, it is our responsibility to keep […]