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On Growing a Reader
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By parmalee
In Education, Family Support, Locals Talk, Teachers Share
Posted May 30, 2023

On Growing a Reader

by Lisa Sunberry, Educational Consultant Regarding Baby – Santa Cruz parenting classes, parenting workshops, and early childhood education “Turn off the light already, and get some [...]

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Hot fudge sundaes & other self-care remedies!
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By parmalee
In BLOG, Family Support, Health - Wellness - Dental
Posted May 25, 2023

Hot fudge sundaes & other self-care remedies!

by Irene van der Zande, Executive Director & Founder Kidpower Teenpower Fullpower International Hello! When my grandma used to buy me new clothes, she would always say, “Wear it in […]

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Well, duh? Surgeon General deems social media harmful to kids
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By parmalee
In Family Support, Jr & High School, Technology
Posted May 25, 2023

Well, duh? Surgeon General deems social media harmful to kids

Did you know social media is harmful to children? Of course you did. The U.S. surgeon general, Dr. Vivek Murthy, thought we needed another study to confirm it, though. Surprise, […]

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How to Handle the “I’m booooooooored” Whine
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By parmalee
In Family Support
Posted May 17, 2023

How to Handle the “I’m booooooooored” Whine

by Suki Wessling When my kids were young, one of the tough parenting challenges was to resist the whine of “I’m booooooooored!” You probably know, as I did, that research […]

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Ask Nicole: Self-care is Essential!
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By parmalee
In Ask Nicole, BLOG, Family Support
Posted May 3, 2023

Ask Nicole: Self-care is Essential!

Exhausted and Running on Empty! Nicole M. Young, MSW This year will be the first time in 23 years that I won’t spend Mother’s Day with at least one child […]

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A Tale of Everyday Parenting
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By parmalee
In Family Support
Posted April 20, 2023

A Tale of Everyday Parenting

It’s Okay to Buy the Bun Dr Naomi Fisher When I arrived in the bakery queue there was a small boy standing alone in front of me. He was crying. […]

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Get this Chinese app out of your smartphone right now
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By parmalee
In BLOG, Family Support, Technology
Posted April 11, 2023

Get this Chinese app out of your smartphone right now

Our top story today is so important that I hope you share it with everyone. I am going to make it my USA Today column later this week. But because […]

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Volunteer for Pajaro Flood Cleanup
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By parmalee
In Family Support
Posted March 29, 2023

Volunteer for Pajaro Flood Cleanup

Volunteer for Pajaro Flood Cleanup Thursday March 30 – Saturday April 1 The massive flooding along the Pajaro River has damaged hundreds of homes and we need volunteers. We hope […]

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It’s Decision Time for Parents of 4 – 5 Year Olds
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By parmalee
In BLOG, Education, Family Support, Parents Recommend, Preschoolers
Posted March 28, 2023

It’s Decision Time for Parents of 4 – 5 Year Olds

Kindergarten, TK, Private School K or Preschool K, a Pod or Home School? It comes up every year as parents of children in the 4 -5 year old range weigh […]

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Less Play, Worse Mental Health
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By parmalee
In Family Support
Posted March 27, 2023

Less Play, Worse Mental Health

One of my biggest priorities as a parent is making sure my children have abundant time to play. This was as true in their infancy and toddlerhood as it is […]

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