Parenting Resources
Not much in this life is harder or more rewarding than parenting. It truly does take a village! Check out the below for some resources for wherever you are on this journey.
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The Parent Trust for Washington Children has a parenting coaching hotline available Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, by calling: +1 (800) 932-HOPE (4673)
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The Parenting Toolkit includes a multitude of videos, articles, and advice on a wide range of parenting topics and age groups
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Positive Discipline parenting classes at Bellevue College (in-person and virtual options)
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The Incredible Years parenting courses can be found online or in-person
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Common Sense Media's parental guides are a wealth of knowledge and information regarding social media, entertainment, online games, and security features
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Resources around sleep and bedtime routines:
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Highly recommended apps for sleep stories, bedtime meditations, and sleep sounds for kids:
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Calm Kids
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Moshi Kids
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Headspace for Kids
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Stop, Breath & Think Kids
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Children's Sleep Meditations
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Resources around puberty:
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Teaching Elementary School Children About Their Bodies *They also provide helpful tips for other ages too!
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Books to check out to see if they would be a good fit for your student and your family:
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Girl to Girl: Honest Talk About Growing Up and Your Changing Body
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The Care & Keeping of You: The Body Book for Younger Girls *You can also get a journal for your child to work through that goes along with this book!
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The Girls' Body Book: Everything Girls Need to Know for Growing Up!
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Celebrate Your Body (And Its Changes Too!): The Ultimate Puberty Book for Girls
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Child Protection and Safety are important topics for children of any age. Not sure where to start? Check out the below talking points guides, broken down by age group: