“I don’t need help with my kids, I’ve got this parenting stuff all figured out.” For most of us, this is not something we hear ourselves saying. Why? Parenting is TOUGH! Let’s dispel the myth that only “bad” parents seek out parenting supports. The truth is, we all need some help at one point or another. Some of the best parents understand the importance of asking for help. Check out the resources below and see if any can help you on your journey to becoming the best parent you can be.
Understanding Your Children’s Ages and Stages
Kids Health
Infants
- Coping with Crying Babies
- Bonding with Your Baby
- Information About Colic
- Newborn Care: Strategies for Stressed Out Parents
- Video: Bathing Your Baby
- SIDS
- SBS
Toddlers
- Potty Training Strategies from the Mayo Clinic
- Dealing with Temper Tantrums
- Stopping Sibling Rivalry
- Handling Picky Eaters
Preschoolers
- Avoiding Power Struggles with Your Preschooler
- Understanding Ages and Stages of Development for Preschoolers
- Best Beginnings
School Aged Kids
- Handling Separation Anxiety when Starting Kindergarten
- What to do about Bullying: Tips for Parents
- Information on Bed Wetting
- Nightmare Remedies
No two families are alike- that’s part of what makes us unique! Whether your family is in transition, composed of various groups of people, or has 2.5 kids and a pet, there are resources for all!
Local Resources for Support
- Resource Center for Parents and Children
- Alaska Center for Resource Families
- Thread Child Care Referral
- Thread Child Care Assistance
- Fairbanks Resource Agency: Supported Parenting and STAR Programs
- Fairbanks Counseling and Adoption: Family Support Program
- Fairbanks Native Association: Head Start Program
- Fairbanks Native Association: Early Head Start Program
- Fairbanks Native Association: Tribal Home Visiting Program
- Tanana Chiefs Conference: Family Services
- Interactive Support and Information for Divorced or Divorcing Parents
- Divorce Information for Parents
- Co-Parenting After Separation or Divorce
- Blending Families: A Guide for Step Parents
- LGBT Resources
Additional Resources
- Statewide Parenting Classes and Resources
- Resource Center for Parents and Children: Classes, Groups, & Other Resources
- Fairbanks Resource Agency: Classes and Groups for Families
- Fairbanks Counseling and Adoption: Family Support Program
- Kretzmann Family Consulting: Online Parenting Classes
Positive Discipline
- Learn Discipline Tactics and Determine Your Parenting Style
- Positive Discipline Information
- Child Welfare League of America: Positive Parenting Tips
- Positive Discipline for Your Toddler
- Attachment Parenting International: Eight Principles of Parenting
- Information on Dealing With Issues That Come Up With Children of All Ages
- Positive Discipline “Frequently Asked Questions”
- Realistic, Practical Solutions to Common Parenting Questions
- How to be a ScreamFree parent
Kid Safety
