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Posted by: Crystal Milner on Nov 24, 2025

First published November 2016 Updated November 2025 Thanksgiving is about food, family and gratitude but it’s also a great time to build family traditions that strengthen connection and teach positive skills. Here are five ways to make this holiday meaningful for children and teens. 1.

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Establishing Bedtime Routine and Helping Your Child Fall Asleep
If you have a child who cries or calls out after they are put in bed, refuses to sleep in their own bed or insists an adult stay with them, you can use the following tips to help your child learn to stay quietly in bed until they fall asleep.
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4 Tips for Encouraging Creativity in Children
From drawing and painting to playing an instrument or dancing, there are many ways that children can be creative while having fun. Here are 4 tips to set you and your child up for success as they explore creative pursuits.

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