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October 6, 2025
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The US Department of Justice defines domestic violence as “a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used […]
October 3, 2025
*Information and resources provided by The Blue Campaign through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Fall is a time of exciting transitions; the seasons are changing, […]
September 26, 2025
This week we’re celebrating Child Passenger Safety Week. To help families and caregivers better understand the importance of car seat safety, we’re sharing several tips and […]
September 17, 2025
Just those two words! Think about how much time, effort, imagination, and power comes with them. When we were growing up ourselves, we spent time thinking about all […]
September 15, 2025
*Information and content provided by The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children* As children head back to school, online safety matters more than ever. The […]
September 12, 2025
As an early childhood educator, you’re likely familiar with the concept of resilience—one of the building blocks of a child’s early social-emotional development. The most common […]
August 29, 2025
Separation anxiety commonly impacts many babies and toddlers—and it can be heart-wrenching for a parent. If your child cries or clings to you as you try […]
August 28, 2025
Whenever something unthinkable or unexplainable happens in the world, it can be difficult as a parent to find the right words to discuss the events with […]
August 22, 2025
With a new school year right around the corner, it’s a great time for your family to establish some new–and tried and true–reading routines! We know […]
August 11, 2025
One Place is dedicated to providing our community members with the tools they need to recognize and report child abuse and neglect, ensuring that all children […]
August 4, 2025
Since 2009, Diamonds & Denim has stood as a beacon of hope and support for One Place. As we approach another year of our signature event, […]
July 25, 2025
Have you heard about the Summer Slide? No, it’s not the latest backyard toy or a new line dance! It’s the term used to describe the […]
July 18, 2025
Preschool applications are open—and if you’re like many families in Onslow County, your 3- or 4-year-old might be starting preschool in the fall. This is a […]
July 11, 2025
For more than 15 years, the One Place Child Advocacy Center has provided hope and healing to children from birth to age 17 who have experienced […]
July 8, 2025
In today’s hyper-connected world, tragic events—whether natural disasters, violence, or global crises—can reach children quickly through television, social media, or conversations at school. As a parent […]
June 27, 2025
This summer, North Carolina is expected to have hot temperatures, high humidity, and thunderstorms. Even though summer is often the ideal time to play outdoors, prepare […]
June 20, 2025
So, how many times do you think you’ll hear, “I’m bored. I want something to do!” Which as parents, we all know means “I want something […]
June 6, 2025
For years, researchers have believed that the first 2,000 days—or five years—of a child’s life have a long-lasting impact on the trajectory of their life. Today, […]
June 2, 2025
The last thing many of us want to think about are disasters that could impact our families—however, the best way to handle the unexpected is to […]
May 23, 2025
Now that I have two toddler grand-babies, I remember just how hard it is to have a quiet and still story time. As parents/grandparents, we have […]
May 16, 2025
Helping children build a vocabulary about how they feel has a tremendous impact on their entire lives. As a parent or caregiver, you can integrate learning […]