If you’ve spent any time on parenting social media, you know how loud it can get. Tips, warnings, milestone checklists, conflicting advice, all arriving in an endless stream, often leaving parents with one quiet, persistent question underneath all the noise: Am I doing enough? Am I doing this right? For many families, that question isn’t […]
Cultivating a colorful community is a significant goal for Encompass Preschool. With families from diverse backgrounds, it’s important for children to share their cultures and experiences with their peers and feel a sense of belonging in the classroom. Many of our staff members are bilingual and represent different cultures. Together, they have developed a […]
You don’t need to always be calm to be a good caregiver. You need support, safety, and permission to be human. Nervous system care is about helping your body feel safe enough to get through the moment. It is not about controlling emotions, forcing calm, or doing things “right.” Regulation looks different for different bodies. […]
We’ve all heard the phrase “Put your own oxygen mask on first.” While that might seem counterintuitive, this important safety instruction is a powerful metaphor for self-care: You must secure your own well-being before you can effectively help others. Too often, parents and caregivers put their own needs on the back burner as they care […]
In our recent podcast, Milestones and Misconceptions, we sat down with Encompass Developmental Specialist Emily Arkus to talk about common developmental milestones, the misconceptions often associated with them, and guidance on when caregivers should seek help if they have concerns. The conversation addressed why milestones are important and emphasized the idea that children grow and […]
Parenting is full of questions, especially when it comes to those big milestones with kids and the myths that often surround them. In the latest episode of our Parent Talks podcast, we sit down with Encompass Developmental Specialist Emily Arkus. As a member of our Early Support for Infants and Toddlers team, Emily discusses the […]
