Parenting Tips
Raising children in today’s world is an exciting and daunting experience under normal circumstances, but this past year living with the pandemic has been extremely stressful. Balancing family and working and schooling at home has been so challenging for so many. Family Paths understands the pressures parents and caregivers face and over the past year (and since 1972) we’ve been providing support and resources to families throughout the East Bay. We hope the information we’ve curated from the web will give helpful insights as you navigate the full time job of parenting. Check back regularly for updated tips and articles.
Click HERE for LGBTQIA-specific resource links in the SF Bay Area which include drop-in services, playgroups, youth groups, summer camps, parent and caregiver resources and groups, and crisis numbers. Many of the organizations not only serve youth, but all ages and provide a plethora of services.
Remember: You can call our Parenting Stress Helpline at 1-800-829-3777 any time you have a question about parenting skills, child development, behavior issues, and to access community resources. We are here to help with every day parenting stress.
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Nine Tips for Talking to Kids about Trauma: In the midst of tragedy, kids will have questions. How do we respond?
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How to Talk With Kids About Scary News: Researcher Abigail Gewirtz explains how parents can have conversations with kids about global conflict and humanitarian crises.
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Five Ways to Support Students Affected by Trauma: Teachers can help students recognize their strengths and build resilience.
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Can Parents Teach Peace?: A recent study suggests they can, at least some of the time.
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California PTA shares Tips for Parents
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“Back to School Anxiety” — Child Mind Institute
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“5 Tips to Ease Back-to-School Anxiety” — Johns Hopkins Medicine
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“Helping Your Child Cope with Back-to-School Anxiety” — Anxiety BC
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“School Anxiety” — Parents.com
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10 Tips for Parenting Pre-Teens and Tweens – Child Mind Institute
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The Screen Time Diet: Helping Your Teen Find The Balance With Tech – My Tutor