SC Parents Blog
Explore our articles on a wide range of topics to help you learn, grow and navigate raising children.
Parent Perspective: Tips to Manage Your Family’s Stress
The U.S. Surgeon General recently issued an advisory on the Mental Health and Well-Being of Parents. Spoiler alert: Many parents are struggling....
10 Tips to Keep Your Kids Safe this Halloween
Whether you’re trick-or-treating in your neighborhood or celebrating at a community event, Halloween can be a magical time. To stay safe and...
A Guide to Understanding and Supporting Your Child’s Sensory System
As parents, especially those raising neurodivergent children, it's important to understand sensory processing and how it affects our kids....
Parent Perspective: How to Handle Tough Conversations
We recently sat down with the Children’s Trust Parent Advisory Council, which provides input on prevention programs and services in South...
4 Simple Tips to Keep Your Home Organized as A Family
When my kids were in middle and grade school, we struggled to conquer the chaos and stay organized at home. We did not have much storage space,...
4 Hispanic Heritage Month Events in South Carolina to Check Out
Hispanic Heritage Month, recognized annually in the United States from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, honors Latino culture and history. To help you and...
How Do I Have Realistic Expectations for My Toddler? Here are 6 Ways.
If you're parenting a toddler, you already know the range of emotions you both are likely to experience in the span of a single day. Your child...
7 Tips to Help Your Child Practice Intuitive Eating
Have you heard of intuitive eating? Some people may not realize that they have been practicing this most of their lives until they come across...
Helpful Resources to Navigate Hurricane Season in South Carolina
South Carolina is one of the most vulnerable states to storms and hurricanes, which can affect the whole state, not just the coast. Here are some...
10 Tips to Help Your Kids Start the School Year with Confidence
While the weather in South Carolina may be telling us it is still summer, our kids are heading back to school. The start of a new school year is...
A Parent’s Guide to Tax-Free Weekend in South Carolina
It’s almost time to celebrate Tax Free Weekend in South Carolina from Aug. 2 to Aug. 4. The annual 72-hour event allows shoppers to purchase...
8 Ways to Get Involved at Your Child’s School This Year
We blinked, and now summer is almost over. For many parents, returning to school routines is a welcome relief from the crazy, patchwork summer...