10 Tips to Help Heal Homesickness

on January 23, 2021

The one thing that puts a bigger damper on overnight camp than too much rain? Homesickness. It’s common, it’s normal and there are, thankfully, many things you can do to help your child cope with or avoid significant homesickness. ... Read full article

Camp and the College Connection

on January 23, 2021

How summer camp boosts college readiness.... Read full article

Home Safety Child and Baby Proofing Your Home

by Maria F. McMahon, PNP-AC/PC on October 06, 2020

Important advice for parents and grandparents welcoming a new child in to the home for baby proofing and home safety... Read full article

Button Battery Safety - Lithium Coin Batteries Poise Health Risks to Children

on September 06, 2020

Keeping children and kids safe with button sized lithium batteries can be a challenge with young inquisitive minds seeing shiny, sparkly smooth items perfect to try in the mouth.... Read full article

Top 5 Special Needs Preschools in Greater Boston and Massachusetts in 2019

by 2019 Family Favorites on July 07, 2020

Here are the 2019 Top 5 Special Needs Preschools as voted for by parents in Greater Boston and throughout New England ... Read full article

Child Accidental Medication Overdose

by Meg McCabe on July 06, 2020

Helping to prevent accidental medication overdose by children... Read full article

Bicycle and Scooter Helmet Safety

by Barbara DiGirolamo, M.Ed, BA, CPSTI on June 05, 2020

Spring is in the air and it is time to remind everyone to ensure children are taking the proper steps for a safe bicycle ride! Here are a few safety tips to keep in mind to prepare for this much anticipated time of year!... Read full article

Massachusetts Berry Picking Guide

on June 01, 2020

There’s nothing quite like the first bite of a strawberry when we enter berry season. Not only is berry picking (or even just picking up a crate at a nearby farm stand) a wonderful way to support local farmers, it gives us the ability to show our ...... Read full article

Helping to Prevent Injuries While Under The Care of a Babysitter or Caregiver

by Ryan Gagnon, BSN, RN, CPEN on May 06, 2020

Avoiding common accidents to babies and toddlers while under the supervision of a babysitter or caregiver... Read full article

6 Ways Camp Experience Influenced Adults

on April 15, 2020

How many kids do you think go to camp in the summer? According to the ACA (American Camp Association) website 14 million kids and adults attend camp every summer. Camp is an $18 billion industry. ... Read full article