https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/index.rss Articles about games, crafts, events, calendar, schools, children, coupons, clothing, vitamins, for Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Leland, Burgaw, Southport, Shallotte, party, childcare, education en-us Seaside Media © 2023 All Rights Reserved Wed, 19 Jun 2019 14:34:55 -0000 If your pooch encounters a stinging bee or wasp this spring or summer, these steps can help soothe the pain. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/dogs-and-bee-stings/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/dogs-and-bee-stings/ Wed, 19 Jun 2019 14:34:55 -0000 Molly dog Dr. Hoke Pollock While stories can be both frightening and suspicious, the truth remains that vaccines are safe and effective. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/the-immunization-controversy/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/the-immunization-controversy/ Wed, 01 May 2019 15:04:22 -0000 parents-with-baby Feel some love with your little ones this Valentine's Day with crafts, recipes and local events! https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/fun-ways-to-celebrate-valentine-day/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/fun-ways-to-celebrate-valentine-day/ Wed, 06 Feb 2019 17:22:32 -0000 Heart cookies Annesophia Richards Some helpful tips on ways that you can help your child cope with the effects of a hurricane, as well as things you can do for yourself https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/helping-your-children-after-a-hurricane/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/helping-your-children-after-a-hurricane/ Wed, 26 Sep 2018 12:31:49 -0000 Multi-cultural-family.jpg Annesophia Richards Here are some tips to help ease the change in sleeping habits https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/transitioning-to-a-sleep-schedule-for-school/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/transitioning-to-a-sleep-schedule-for-school/ Wed, 15 Aug 2018 12:42:35 -0000 Child Sleeping August is National Breastfeeding month and now more than ever we need to promote mothers, babies, and families who choose to breastfeed. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/august-is-breastfeeding-month/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/august-is-breastfeeding-month/ Wed, 08 Aug 2018 12:28:50 -0000 Mom Kiss Baby Annesophia Richards Here are some important tips when it comes to bicycle safety. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/bicycle-safety-tips-for-all-ages/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/bicycle-safety-tips-for-all-ages/ Wed, 16 May 2018 12:20:27 -0000 kid on bike Here are a few ideas for Mother's Day that won’t break the bank https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/making-mother%27s-day-special-and-affordable/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/making-mother%27s-day-special-and-affordable/ Sat, 05 May 2018 14:00:00 -0000 mom-daughter Annesophia Richards Here are two super easy, inexpensive craft ideas that are bound to get your kids excited about the Olympics. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/winter-olympics-ring-crafts/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/winter-olympics-ring-crafts/ Wed, 07 Feb 2018 13:32:20 -0000 Olympic rings 2 Annesophia Richards Keep your kids excited during the Super Bowl with a these fun football party games https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/fun-super-bowl-party-ideas-for-kids/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/fun-super-bowl-party-ideas-for-kids/ Thu, 01 Feb 2018 13:45:20 -0000 kids watching Annesophia Richards We’ve compiled a great list of clever indoor activities sure to entertain your young ones and keep them smiling while cooped up in the house this winter. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/10-indoor-activities-for-kids/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/10-indoor-activities-for-kids/ Wed, 03 Jan 2018 13:40:17 -0000 girl with blocks Annesophia Richards A DIY craft that involves the whole family, costs nothing to make, and will be sure to become one of your most prized Christmas decorations. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/make-a-memory-ball-christmas-ornament/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/make-a-memory-ball-christmas-ornament/ Wed, 13 Dec 2017 13:34:33 -0000 Ornament Annesophia Richards This year, why not change it up and give the gift of experiences instead of toys? https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/give-experiences-instead-of-toys-8-ideas/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/give-experiences-instead-of-toys-8-ideas/ Wed, 06 Dec 2017 14:17:34 -0000 kids watching Annesophia Richards Smart Start of New Hanover County is excited to announce a new partnership with the Dollywood Foundation and the North Carolina Partnership for Children to administer Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for children in NHC https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/smart-start-to-offer-book-gifting-program/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/smart-start-to-offer-book-gifting-program/ Mon, 13 Nov 2017 13:54:10 -0000 Young_boy_reading.jpg Annesophia Richards Giving a portion of Halloween candy away will brighten someone else’s day while helping to keep your family healthy, and that’s something that everyone in your household can feel good about! https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/donate-your-extra-halloween-candy/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/donate-your-extra-halloween-candy/ Wed, 01 Nov 2017 13:59:04 -0000 Halloween Candy Annesophia Richards The entire month is a dedication and celebration of the gifts that those with Down syndrome bring to the world, and the focus is to promote advocacy and inclusion throughout communities across the country. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/october-is-down-syndrome-awareness-month/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/october-is-down-syndrome-awareness-month/ Mon, 09 Oct 2017 19:14:26 -0000 Aileen Planning a birthday party? Check our our Party Guide for great ideas on entertainers, places and goodies. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/party-guide-fall-2017/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/party-guide-fall-2017/ Tue, 19 Sep 2017 16:10:50 -0000 Planning-a-party Annesophia Richards There are many smart strategies and clever hacks aimed at helping to simplify your morning. Here are seven tips that make lunch box preparation much easier. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/7-clever-school-lunch-box-hacks/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/7-clever-school-lunch-box-hacks/ Wed, 30 Aug 2017 12:31:58 -0000 girl surprised Annesophia Richards Many bars are now adding family-friendly spaces & activities to entice millennial parents. From outdoor patios with lawn games to live music in the daytime hours, many bars and breweries are becoming a fun place for a family to spend an afternoon. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/should-parents-bring-their-kids-to-bars/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/should-parents-bring-their-kids-to-bars/ Wed, 16 Aug 2017 13:13:59 -0000 Child at Bar Annesophia Richards Here are some tips to help ensure that the back to school shopping experience is an enjoyable one for you and your children. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/back-to-school-shopping-survival-guide/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/back-to-school-shopping-survival-guide/ Wed, 09 Aug 2017 12:46:47 -0000 shopping Annesophia Richards Foster your child’s determination and creativity with this DIY fidget spinner craft project. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/how-to-make-a-fidget-spinner-diy/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/how-to-make-a-fidget-spinner-diy/ Tue, 11 Jul 2017 18:14:56 -0000 Spinner 2 Annesophia Richards When your child comes to you with an itchy bite, here are a few simple and effective natural remedies you can easily find at home. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/10-home-remedies-for-mosquito-bites/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/10-home-remedies-for-mosquito-bites/ Wed, 07 Jun 2017 12:50:56 -0000 Mosquito_bites Annesophia Richards A backyard campout allows you to experience all the joys of camping while remaining close to home. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/9-fun-ideas-for-backyard-camping/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/9-fun-ideas-for-backyard-camping/ Wed, 10 May 2017 12:09:27 -0000 Backyard Camping Annesophia Richards Experienced parents and pediatricians agree that establishing daily routines in the lives of young children is extremely important. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/creating-routines-important-for-young-children/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/creating-routines-important-for-young-children/ Thu, 27 Apr 2017 12:52:07 -0000 Child Sleeping Annesophia Richards Tray Buddi is an ingenious solution that keeps mealtime messes to a minimum. Enter to win a Tray Buddi for your little one simply by commenting below with why you would like to win by 4/30/17. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/enter-to-win-a-tray-buddi/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/enter-to-win-a-tray-buddi/ Wed, 12 Apr 2017 12:41:11 -0000 Tray Buddi Annesophia Richards By hosting, families give visiting students the opportunity to experience American life in a loving, nurturing environment: mentoring them and taking them in as their own. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/open-your-home-to-an-international-exchange-student/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/open-your-home-to-an-international-exchange-student/ Wed, 15 Mar 2017 01:21:18 -0000 Lawrence Family Annesophia Richards A result of new findings suggests that a peanut allergy can be prevented by early introduction of foods containing peanuts. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/new-guidelines-for-peanut-allergy-prevention/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/new-guidelines-for-peanut-allergy-prevention/ Wed, 11 Jan 2017 14:02:00 -0000 Mom Kiss Baby Annesophia Richards Here are 15 great conversation starters that you can use all year long to help elicit interesting talks with your kids about their days at school. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/15-ways-to-talk-to-your-child-about-school/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/15-ways-to-talk-to-your-child-about-school/ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 12:42:00 -0000 School girl Annesophia Richards Here are a few simple ways to minimize the fighting and maximize the peace in your family. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/managing-sibling-rivalry-5-simple-strategies-that-work/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/managing-sibling-rivalry-5-simple-strategies-that-work/ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 12:24:00 -0000 Boys Annesophia Richards This week the American Academy of Sleep Medicine released new sleep guidelines for babies, school-aged children, and teenagers. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/how-much-sleep-does-your-child-need/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/how-much-sleep-does-your-child-need/ Wed, 15 Jun 2016 12:31:31 -0000 Child Sleeping