4 Ways to Access Fresh Produce with FoodShare South Carolina
In South Carolina, one in 10 people live in food insecure households. FoodShare South Carolina is a statewide network working to improve that...
Jan 29, 2024
Thomas Crawford
4 Ways to get Started for First Time Home Buyers
When I was just starting out, home ownership seemed like an insurmountable goal, especially when thinking about a down payment and trying to have...
9 Steps Along the Path to Home Ownership in South Carolina
If I could go back and tell myself something as a young adult, it would be, “See if you can buy a home.” Instead, I spent the first decade of my...
5 Ways to Build Your Child’s Library on a Budget
Building your child’s library is just one way to instill a love of books in your family. While purchasing children’s books can add up quickly,...
Do you Know South Carolina’s State Child Advocate? Meet Amanda Whittle
As the state’s first top child advocate, Amanda Whittle also serves as the director of a state agency called the S.C. Department of Children’s...
8 Things South Carolina Parents Should Know if Their Child is in Trouble with Law Enforcement
No parent wants to learn that their child is in trouble with the law. But one of the best things parents can do is prepare themselves and their...
Q&A: What to Know if You Have a Case with Child Protective Services in South Carolina
Having your family get involved with the child protective services system can be very scary. Knowing what to expect, some of the terminology and...
5 Things Your College Aged Kid Wants You to Know
Navigating your kids' journey to college is a mix of excitement and nerves as they step into the unknown. Offering support, cheering them on, and...
Do You have Kids Ages 6-11? This Program Could Strengthen Your Family
Nicole Foulks is from Columbia, South Carolina, and serves as a Children’s Trust Strengthening Families Program manager. The Strengthening...
4 Things to Know When Looking for Child Care in South Carolina
The search for a child care program that is right and affordable for your family can be an overwhelming task. To help, we've gathered important...
Our take: Why is play so important for kids?
Children learn and grow by exploring the world around them. How can parents and caregivers help littles ones in this important stage of...
Why Your Child’s Milestones Matter and How to Track Them
I remember dressing my 6-month-old daughter one Friday evening into a favorite set of footed pajamas and then three days later it was way too...
5 Ways to Use Your Library to Connect with Others
Parents need support and connections outside of the home. Having positive relationships with friends, coworkers and neighbors can help reduce the...
Georgetown Mom Shares Her Journey to Becoming a Therapeutic Foster Parent in SC
Takia Daniels lives in Georgetown, South Carolina, and is a mom to her 7-year-old foster child. She is a certified community health worker at...
Meet Your Basic Needs with the SC Parents Resource Directory
Parenting can be really hard, especially when you struggle to meet your basic needs. The resource directory on SC Parents allows you to find and...
3 Things to Know about Your Child’s Nutrition at Any Age
Whether your child is a toddler or a teenager, nutrition supports their mental and physical development. That’s why it’s so important that your...
13 Simple Ways to Be a Resilient Parent
Resilience is one of the most important aspects of parenting. It is the ability to cope with big and small stressors, and to grow from the...
5 Things to Know Before You Leave Your Child at Home Alone
All parents experience the challenging question of when their child is ready to stay home alone. Whether for a few minutes or an hour, parents...
What Every Parent Needs to Know about Safe Sleep for Babies
As an expectant mom, I remember feeling overwhelmed by cribs, crib sheets, blankets and pajamas. So much information to remember! One evening, I...
3 Ways to Help Keep your Kid Safe with Technology
Youth in South Carolina today are growing up in a high-tech world with devices that are constantly growing and evolving. A study conducted by the...