Most families have experienced disappointments and challenges, and with the continuing COVID19 health crisis, the school year and holiday season are likely very different than what was planned and expected. Two parents share how they’re handling the situation with their families, and two Behavioral Health experts from Encompass offer great tips on promoting resiliency in […]
Parents are very aware of the many products available that are promoted as helping to make parenting easier – such as activity centers and things to help babies sleep better. Developmental Pediatrician and Encompass Medical Director, Dr. Dan Tolson, and Encompass Pediatric Therapist, Kim Hall, share their expertise and insights on what parents should consider […]
Many of us know someone whose child has Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder, commonly called ADD/ADHD. Have you ever thought “Oh, boys will be boys”? Has anyone ever told you “She’s just lazy”? Recognizing October as National ADHD Awareness month, two mothers share their experiences—what led them to seek help and the treatments and strategies […]
Let’s face it – due to COVID19, we’re in an unprecedented situation with families juggling the realities of children at home attending school remotely, while trying to balance the potential physical and mental impacts. Two parents share how they’re handling the issues with their families, and Encompass Pediatric Therapist, Kim Hall, offers some terrific tips […]
We are excited to bring you Part 2 in our Parent Talks podcast on Raising Anti-Racist Kids. In this episode’s continuing conversations, the families share tips for parents on teaching their kids about race, racism and how to be anti-racist. And Michelle Hughes from Bridge Communications discusses the concept of white privilege and how white […]
Most of us are well aware of the social and racial issues still facing our society today. We are familiar with the terms race and racism and many have participated in recent demonstrations around racial iniquity. As parents, when should we start talking with kids about these terms and issues? In this episode, we discuss […]
