Halloween is full of excitement for children and adults alike, but it comes with several safety concerns. With countless kids roaming around your neighborhood collecting candy, the safety of your family and those in your community should be top of mind. According to...
For working parents with school-age kids, the back-to-school season can be chaotic. There are new routines to figure out, an onslaught of activities to manage and sometimes kids’ transitional meltdowns to soothe. Undoubtedly, working parents are a critical part of the...
Many parents and kids may be excited for school to start after a long summer. However, the new school year may come with new or recurring challenges. Working parents with school-age children often need to establish new routines, manage an influx of activities, prepare...
While the warmth of the sun can enhance the enjoyment of outdoor activities (e.g., hiking, swimming and grilling), it comes with hidden dangers that can impact your health in both the short and long term. As such, whenever you’re outside, it’s crucial to understand...
Summertime is often associated with sunny days, relaxation and vacations. However, it can also bring unique stressors that, if not managed, can impact an individual’s well-being. From the pressure of planning vacations to the physical toll of extreme heat, summertime...
Recently, the Albany Times-Union reported that 8 local daycares are facing sanctions for issues relating to security and safety, citing them for violations that include corporal punishment and other issues such as lack of supervision. The daycares facing sanctions in...
Recently, homeowners and drivers have noticed a significant uptick in their insurance premiums. This trend is not isolated to any one region but is rather a widespread phenomenon affecting millions of consumers, with multiple factors contributing to the rising costs...
Springtime is the season of growth and renewal, an opportunity to rediscover and prioritize the best version of yourself. Self-care in the spring involves embracing the energy of the season and adopting habits that promote vitality and inner balance - practices that...
Emotional self-regulation, or emotion regulation, refers to the ability to remain aware of your emotions, understand why you’re feeling a certain way, and manage those feelings in a healthy and constructive manner. Imagine you’re in a heated argument with a friend....
