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Talking About Weight with Your Kids
By Dr. Sue Cohen, November 23, 2022 The holidays are here, and it’s not uncommon for people of all ages, including children, to pack on extra pounds. The sugary treats and heavy meals are abundant, and many kids tend to be less active during the colder weather....
Is a Pet Good for my Child’s Mental Health
Ask the Guidance Center Experts, December 6, 2022 In this monthly column, therapists from North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center answer your questions on issues related to parenting, mental health and children’s well-being. To submit a question, email...
Kids Like Elaina Thank You for Your Generosity!
At North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, our promise is to see children from birth through age 24. In the last year, we have served an increasing number of young children who have experienced enormous trauma due to the pandemic. Thankfully, we have a...
A Day (and Season) of Giving!
Congratulations! You’ve survived the whirlwind of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday. Phew! First, take some time to enjoy the outdoors with your family, maybe jumping in some piles of leaves with your little one! But after that, remember that...
Some Thoughts on Gratitude
November is National Gratitude Month, and we asked our staff members to tell us what they are grateful for. North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center is grateful for all of you who support our work during this holiday season and throughout the year. Your...
Donor Profile: National Grid
While financial donations are crucial to making our work at the Guidance Center possible, there are several other ways to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Case in point: our wonderful community partners at National Grid, an electricity, natural gas and clean...
Stress-Busting Tips for the Holidays
By Guest Blogger Colleen Stewart There are pros and cons to the holiday season. It can provide a great opportunity to strengthen family bonds, reconnect with old friends, create new memories and enjoy delicious foods that only come around once a year. However, it can...
Help Your Child Deal with Rejection
By Guest Blogger Andrea Gibbs No one gets through life without experiencing one of the most difficult emotions to handle: rejection. It’s difficult watching our kids go through hard times and feeling like there’s little we can do to help them. But when it comes to...