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July 7, 2023
North Carolina is rumored to have an El Niño summer this year, which means temperatures may be far hotter than they normally are. Even though summer […]
June 30, 2023
Military children often face a distinctive set of challenges—including frequent moves and family transitions associated with deployment. Many military families in our community know just how […]
June 16, 2023
With rumors of a hot summer ahead, families in Onslow County should be prepared for keeping children safe from heat exhaustion, excessive sun exposure, and some […]
June 2, 2023
Summer is just around the corner and many parents are considering what summer camps are available and making plans for their children. No matter if you’re […]
May 19, 2023
As more and more incidents of school violence continue to make headlines and cause deep concern among families, teachers, and policymakers, many schools are reassessing their […]
May 5, 2023
Every year, children across the country are injured from preventable events. Safe Kids is a national organization dedicated to protecting kids from unintentional injuries, providing educational […]
April 21, 2023
For more than 12 years, the One Place Child Advocacy Center has provided hope and healing to children from birth to age 17 who have experienced […]
April 7, 2023
It’s been a fun-filled week celebrating early learning, young children, their teachers, families, and the community with hands-on collaborative activities encouraging movement and healthy lifestyles through […]
March 31, 2023
It’s Week of the Young Child from April 1st through the 7th and we’re here to share some fun family activities that you can do at […]
March 24, 2023
With the winter blues fading away and spring break plans on the horizon, we’ve prepared a list of some of our favorite ways to spend the […]
February 24, 2023
What’s Triple P? If you live in North Carolina, Triple P Positive Parenting Program is a free online program designed to help parents develop skills, strategies, […]
December 30, 2022
As 2022 comes to end, we’re reflecting on a year of rebuilding and supporting our community. As child care and family support systems have shifted since […]
December 9, 2022
Taking care of a child with special needs can be a full-time job and require additional support. If you are a Navy family in Onslow County […]
November 11, 2022
November is designated as National Military Family Appreciation Month. It is when the country honors military families, acknowledging the sacrifices they make while supporting their servicemen […]
November 4, 2022
As your child grows and matures, you’re likely noticing several new changes in their behavior. At 3 years old, your preschooler is beginning to understand their […]
October 28, 2022
Every family deals with deployment differently—and every child will have a different reaction to a parent’s distance. Whether you’re preparing for your first deployment or you’ve […]
October 21, 2022
There is perhaps nothing as scary as a missing child — however, one of the best ways to help a lost child return safely home is […]
October 14, 2022
As you prepare to celebrate Halloween this October, take some time to consider some key health and safety tips for your child. From potential safety hazards […]
October 7, 2022
The last few years have been challenging, stressful, and confusing for many parents—and if you’ve felt anxious and uncertain about the future, trust that you’re not […]
September 23, 2022
Since the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, child care centers have continued to close at an alarming rate: one-third of all centers have closed and […]
September 16, 2022
You may have heard the terms “parental involvement” and “parental engagement” before—and although you may have a grasp of what each of these concepts includes, the […]