Parenting tips Coverage

CR investigation into automatic bottle makers

Newer gadgets called infant formula makers claim to make precisely measured, warm, ready-to-drink bottles.

College freshman year has lessons for parents, students alike

There are a few things parents can do to support their college student while also giving them the space they need to grow.

Jelia Hepner, WRAL multiplatform producer

Back-to-school safety should include mental health

When we address school safety, our thoughts should include mental health. However, the stigma of mental health is why we fail to seek mental health assistance. Often what hinders us are the perception of embarrassment, fear, shame, and culture. What can we do to alter our mindset about mental health? One way to change is to encourage our students and families to receive the support and professional treatment needed.

Gale McKoy Wilkins, WRAL contributor

How NC is preparing for safer schools

As we return for the 2022-2023 school year, safety is the number one concern for school administrators, parents and students. Rest assured, the Department of Public Instruction and the Center for Safer Schools are concerned as well.

Gale McKoy Wilkins, WRAL contributor

How to motivate yourself to change your behavior

With the right tools, we don't have to give up on anything important to us. We just need the right motivation to change.

Gale McKoy Wilkins, WRAL contributor

Life coach: Want to be great at something? Get a coach

What do Olympians have in common? Show me someone exhibiting best-in-class performance, and I'll show you someone with a coach.

Gale McKoy Wilkins, WRAL contributor

Life coach: What is needed to best support your teens this summer?

Life Coaching allows you to find the answers through self-discovery!

Gale McKoy Wilkins, WRAL contributor

Why is adolescence so difficult and how to use life coaching to prevent mayhem

When working with teens whether yours or someone else, simple things can cause confusion, chaos, and pandemonium.

Gale McKoy Wilkins, WRAL contributor

Here's how to talk to your teen and get an honest answer

Create a safe space, demonstrate concern for their well-being, respect and trust their views and opinions of a situation, listen attentively, and be empathetic.

Gale McKoy Wilkins, WRAL contributor

More confident, less isolated: Local program provides parenting support for all

Monica Richardson founded Triangle Area Parent Support in 2016 to create a system of social support for new parents.

Sara Davison, founder of Kinly

Tips for parenting mindfully during turbulent times

Sarah Harris, is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a registered play therapist supervisor and a board certified telemental health provider. Inspired by her family, she wanted to learn how she herself could have a successful marriage and family. And she now helps others through her group private practice that provides exclusively virtual therapy to individuals, children, couples and families.

Sara Davison, founder of Kinly

'Fourteen Talks:' New book tackles the conversations parents should have with kids before they turn 14

Fourteen is a big year in the life of a child. Usually they're heading off to high school to start their freshman year. Soon, they'll be getting their learner's permit. And, during non-pandemic times, they'll be spending much more time at school and activities and with their friends.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Faced with a parenting challenge? Might be time to call a family life coach

With every season of parenting comes a struggle--the struggle to get the kids to bed on time or to keep behavior in check or to connect with a teen. And the pandemic has only underscored those conflicts as we're all stuck together with few places to go.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

How to prep your kids for a COVID test

As COVID cases surge here in the Triangle, it's likely more parents will be making the trip to a doctor's office because of worrisome symptoms.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Managing expectations, eliminating guilt: Events aim to help working moms navigate school stress

With kids at home for more than six months and uncertainty about jobs, our health and so much more, parents are going through a lot as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Chief among those concerns, for many, is their kids' education.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Project Enlightenment is offering virtual sessions to help parents of young children

Project Enlightenment, a fantastic resources for families in Wake County with kids who are kindergarten age or younger, is offering some virtual sessions for families in October.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

6 ways to make wearing a face mask less scary for young kids

Public health experts agree that wearing a face mask can lower the risk of transmitting the virus to others.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Get tips on easing family through these uncertain times

Parenting during the coronavirus pandemic has already proved to be a stressful test for parents. And with many summer camps in limbo, here are some tips on how to get the whole family through these uncertain times.

How to spot COVID-19 in babies and toddlers

Fortunately, babies and toddlers aren't aware of the challenging time we're facing right now, but the importance of protecting them during the COVID-19 pandemic weighs heavily on the minds of their parents.

UNC Health Talk

Experts encourage parents to keep school routine

Learn some tips at how to make homeschooling easier.

Nurtured Nest talks picky eaters

It's common for kids to be picky eaters. You've probably had this struggle with a kid at some point. That's one of the many things a local center hopes to help parents and caretakers navigate.

Five ways to really show your kids you love them this Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is right around the corner - and as parents, we all want our kids to feel loved.

Coleen Hanson Smith, Go Ask Mom writer

How parents can make dentist visits easier for children

Ahead of National Children's Dentist Health Month, Dr. Meenal Patel shares tips to help parents and kids.

5 helpful back-to-school tips for parents

While going back to school can be an exciting time for your kids, it can also cause a stressful transition period.

Feeling alone at home: Time to unplug and connect with your kids?

A recent study in the United Kingdom showed just how widespread this is among families. The researchers looked at family time in the year 2000 and compared it with family time in 2015. While they found kids spend more time with their parents these days they also found kids reported feeling alone during a lot of that time.

Mandy Mitchell, WRAL reporter