Be Strong and Flexible
Resilience
How Do You Proactively Manage Stress?
- Establish consistent daily routines for meals, bedtime and activities.
- Engage in activities that recharge you, such as exercise, reading, meditation or hobbies.
- Recognize situations that cause stress. Develop strategies to address them.
Help Your Child Manage Their Emotions
Social Emotional Competence of Children
How Can You Help Your Child Manage Emotions and Build Social Skills?
- Ask how your child is feeling.
- Help them name their emotions with simple words, like “happy,” “sad,” or “frustrated.”
- Show your child how to handle emotions by staying calm and using coping strategies, like deep breathing or talking through feelings.
- Celebrate when your child successfully manages their emotions or interacts positively with others.
Have Friends and Positive Relationships
Social Connections
How Can You Build Quality Social Connections?
- Make time to connect with others, through regular phone calls, meetups or shared activities.
- Participate in community activities, join groups or volunteer.
- Introduce yourself to other parents. Show genuine interest in others.
- Find a faith community that has an active children or youth ministry.
Know How Children Grow
Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development
How Can You Support Your Child’s Development?
- Attend a parent education program.
- Ask your pediatrician, nurse or other professional for advice.
- Pay attention to your child’s actions and emotions.
- Learn and reflect on what they might need at their developmental stage.
- Use your library to find trustworthy information on growth and development.
Know How to Find Help for Your Family
Concrete Support in Times of Need
How Can You Find Help When You Need It?
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- Visit scParents.org to find resources in your area.
- Find a family resource center in your community.
- Volunteer to help others. Build a network of those who could help you down the road.
- Advocate for yourself. Through practice, develop the confidence to communicate your needs.
