Family Resources

The Children’s Courtyard Parenting Resources

Parenting is the hardest and most rewarding job there is. But even the best parents out there don’t have all the answers. Every day, we hear from parents who have concerns or questions about child care and child development. To help answer some of these questions, we’ve created and compiled child-rearing articles and resources to help you get even more information.

Dr. Doug’s Pediatric Health Tips

At The Children’s Courtyard, our daycare is not only designed to promote your child’s early education, but their overall well-being as well. Read on for great advice on seasonal illnesses, tips for keeping your child healthy and much more from our medical expert, Dr. Doug Campbell.

• Stretching Is Important for Everyone…Including Children!
• Influenza (Flu) Prevention
• Medication Safety
• Pediatric Dental Health
• School Readiness
• Insect Repellents
• Enjoying the Summer Sun
• The Essentials of a Home First Aid Kit
• Childhood Allergies
• Pediatric Asthma
• Curbing Childhood Obesity
• Preventing the Spread of Germs
• What’s Going Around?: Whooping Cough
• The Importance of Getting a Flu Vaccination

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Parenting articles

Our parenting and child development articles are written by our knowledgeable educators.

Health and Safety

• Car Seat Safety
• Family Vacation Tips
• Is My Child Getting Enough Sleep?
• Is Your Child Over Scheduled?
• Summertime Safety

Guiding Your Child’s Behavior

• Dealing with Your Child’s Challenging Behaviors
• Help Your Child Make Good Choices
• Helping Children Cope with Stressful Times
• Is Conflict Healthy for Children?
• Punished by Rewards Part 1
• Punished by Rewards Part 2
• The Fine Art of Sharing

The Art of Parenting

• Helping Children through Life’s Transitions
• How Do I Potty Train My Child?
• Loving Children Unconditionally
• Talking with Your Child about Difficult Subjects
• The Importance of Community for Young Children

Understanding Your Child’s Development

• Promoting Healthy Cognitive Development in Your Child
• Promoting Healthy Language Development in Your Child
• Promoting Healthy Physical Development in Your Child
• Promoting Healthy Social-Emotional Development in Your Child

Your Child’s Educational Journey

• Family/School Relationship
• How Does Your Child Learn?
• The Answer Is Play
• The Great Outdoors
• The Importance of Imagination
• Transitioning Back into School