“If we are ever to have real peace in this world we shall have to begin with the children”
Birth to Teen growth
Hidden Choices believes in a strong foundation for a better quality of life for every member of the family, from the youngest member to the oldest. A child’s teenage years are always the most challenging time for any parent. At Hidden Choices, we strive to give moms and dads the resources they need to raise their children in a caring, safe environment. Whether your loved one is your biological child or found through an adoption process, we can provide you with all the information you need to give him or her a happy life.
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Education.com is your parenting information center. Is your child on track to happiness? A wiggly spider, a blade of green grass, and the big blue sky itself are all wonderful elements of the world to explain to a young child. But then the quiet, wondrous moments pass and your little boy or child throws a tantrum. What happened? Here you can find out how these emotions work and the tricky social world of early childhood, as well as how best to deal with these challenges of parenting.
The Early Years Ages 3-5
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Child Care – Many modern parents find themselves trying to carefully balance their careers with their child-rearing responsibilities. While working moms and dads have the option of leaving their little bundles of joy in the care of others, this can be a nerve-wracking experience. Find out how one can go about finding a child care provider that is trustworthy and reliable.
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Preschools – Preschool can be a difficult time for everyone. From the parent who must see his or her child leave their safe and happy home for hours at a stretch to the child who is sent out into the world seemingly alone, entering the education system is a huge step for everyone in the family. Education.com’s resources can help concerned adults find the right preschool and even prepare for the emotional challenge of enrolling their children in school.
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Shyness, Fears, Anxiety – Issues stemming from anxiety and shyness are quite common for children and adolescents who are entering unfamiliar social situations or dealing with new challenges for the first time. Our resources can help you, as the parent, understand the fear and anxiety that your child is dealing with.
What You Need to Know
How You Can Help
The Middle Years Ages 6-12
It’s time for your child’s crash course in Social Studies—not the school subject…the real thing. Unfortunately, you can’t hand over a stack of flashcards with the ABC’s of friendship or knowledge of how to deal with school bullying. But just as you encouraged your child as she learned to read, you can cheer him or her on from the sidelines of middle childhood.
Visit Education.com’s Middle Years Information Centers
What You Need to Know
How You Can Help
- Helping Teens Answer the Question “Who Am I?”: Social Development
- Helping Children Develop Self-Control
- Mirror Mirror on the Wall: How to Raise Girls With Healthy Self-Esteem
- Helping Children Develop Healthy Sexual Behavior and Attitudes
- Bullying: It’s Not OK
- What Adults Can Do: Cyberbullying
- Helping Children Develop Self-Control
- Discovering Interests and Talents Through Summer Experiences
The Teen Years Ages 13-18
This section will help you navigate through the consistent obstacles of the teen years. You’ll learn about the challenges ahead, what to expect and how to cope. Whether the problem pertains to curfews or values, talking about sex or talking about college, these years hold plenty of parenting dilemmas. But with the right tools, you can stay strong and stay the course.
