Becoming a parent or caregiver is a life-changing experience that can be filled with equal amounts of excitement, joy, love, fear, anxiety, and sadness. We…
Father, Dad, Pop, Papa. No matter which term is used, fathers and father figures are incredibly important influencers in a child’s life. Research shows that…
Positive mental health is essential to a child’s healthy development. This post highlights resources that promote positive early childhood mental health.
Mental health is something everyone should care about. The National Institute of Mental Health states that mental health…
Building on the discussion and resources shared in CalTrin’s child development blog series, this post explores the features of temperament, emotional regulation, and attachment styles…
Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAP Month) is a time for communities to rally together to build caring connections, supportive environments, and positive experiences for children…
In our work with children and families of color, it is important that we acknowledge the disproportionate challenges and disparities facing Black and minority communities…
First established by Parents Anonymous® in 2000, National Parent Leadership Month® is a time to recognize, honor, and celebrate parents who serve as strong advocates…
1 in 5 parents believe their child has unrealistic expectations for the holiday season, while 1 in 4 parents feel they have unrealistic expectations of…
A growing body of research has demonstrated the strong link between young children’s social-emotional competence and their cognitive development, language skills, mental health, and school…
Childhood development is a process that every child goes through. It involves learning and mastering skills like walking, talking, skipping, and tying shoes. Children learn…
According to UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute, Latinos are the largest racial and ethnic group in California at 39% of the population (UCLA, 2022).…