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How To Help a Child Who Is Being Bullied
March 21, 2024, 10:00 a.m. 8 minute read
According to the National Center for Educational Statistics, one in five students ages 12-18 experience bullying. Learn the signs and how you can help a child being bullied.
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Children and Youth Counseling Services Help Develop Healthy Habits
Oct. 6, 2023, 8:15 a.m. 3 minute read
As a parent of a military youth, you can help your children learn how to develop healthy ways to deal with stress and life’s curveballs.
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Boys & Girls Clubs Military Youth of the Year Program
Oct. 2, 2023, 10:15 a.m. 4 minute read
Learn more about the benefits of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America Military Youth of the Year program.
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Military Youth Centers
June 29, 2023, 1:59 p.m. 6 minute read
Military youth/teen centers offer an array of educational, recreational and support programs to help military youth and teens live their best MilLives.
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See What’s New With the Exceptional Family Member Program
June 23, 2023, 9:56 a.m. 4 minute read
Learn more about the EFMP & Me tool and other program highlights to improve the experience for military families with special needs.
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Ways to Secure More Parenting Wins
June 21, 2023, 7:00 a.m. 5 minute read
The Military Parent Resource Center offers tools, tips and tactics to help keep children and families healthy, safe and strong.
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20 Ways to Step Up Your Parenting Skills
June 1, 2023, 9:08 a.m. 8 minute read
Learn 20 tips to help you step up your parenting and improve your child-rearing skills.
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Youth Sponsorship
Jan. 5, 2023, 6:46 p.m. 3 minute read
Learn how youth sponsors and military youth programs can help transitioning military youth feel at home in their new community.
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How to Identify and Address Bullying Behavior
Sept. 28, 2022, 12:19 a.m. 9 minute read
Bullying can inflict physical, psychological, social and educational harm on targeted individuals. Learn how to identify bullying behavior in youth and what parents can do to address and stop bullying.
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Help Your MilTeen Prep for Success
July 28, 2022, 12:13 p.m. 3 minute read
Military parents of teens can help their child learn basic professional dress and communication skills for applying for jobs and scholarships or exploring career paths.
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Thrive Helps Military Parents and Children
July 20, 2022, 8:55 a.m. 3 minute read
Thrive is a free, online program for parents of children from birth to 18. It promotes positive parenting, stress management and healthy living.
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Helping Your Child Find a Mentor
July 20, 2022, 8:08 a.m. 7 minute read
Trusted adults can have the special gift of helping youth see and use their strengths and talents to navigate academic, career and life milestones. Explore mentorship options for your child.
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How to Find Affordable, Quality and Licensed Child Care
May 16, 2022, 8:56 a.m. 9 minute read
Discover resources to help you secure quality, affordable child care and learn how to find out if prospective child care providers are licensed and qualified.
Navy father with wife and child
New Military Parents: 8 Ways to Keep Your Child Safe, Happy and Healthy
April 11, 2022, 8:15 a.m. 6 minute read
Welcome to parenthood — probably the most rewarding and challenging job you’ll ever have. As a warrior, you’re trained to depend on your team to operate at your highest level. Parenting is a team effort as well. In addition to assistance from family, friends and community, you can rely on Military OneSource to be part of your parenting team.
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Money Management Strategies for Military Children
March 28, 2022, 9:50 a.m. 12 minute read
It’s never too early to start teaching your kids about money. Encourage them to collect their allowance in a piggy bank whenever they start earning one.