As we navigate the upcoming holidays and living through unique times, psychotherapist and founder of Therapy in Color Ashley Bryant says it’s more important now more than ever to focus on gratitude.
As the community starts to enjoy all that fall has to offer, some people are also feeling the effects of the not so pretty things the season might bring.
With the new school year upon us it’s time to get back into your school routine. Whether your child is going to school virtually or headed back into an actual classroom a good sleep schedule is important.
With all of the tragic current events dealing with race lately many parents may be trying to sort out the feelings and questions their kids might have.Psychotherapist Ashley Bryant says it can be hard to start the conversation about racism with kids.
This school year is anything but normal from years past. In addition to stocking up on the pencils, paper, and pens a mask is new on the supply list along with other must haves like hand sanitizer.
Although the travel industry has taken a hit during the pandemic. local AAA offices note a boost in the amount of people who are keeping their vacation simple this year.
Educators like E.C. Setser, who’s a gifted and talented teacher at Charles Pinckney Elementary, says now in addition to dealing with the summer slide she along with other teachers are worried about tackling “the COVID slide.”
Pediatricians like Dr. Tory Caudle with Sweetgrass Pediatrics is concerned that many kids are not getting the proper vaccinations and well checks they need due to parents staying clear of the doctor’s office.
By now the kids have been home for over two months from school missing those relationships with classmates as we continue to keep a safe distance from others.
With staggering numbers of Americans filing for unemployment in the last two months the demand for finding different ways to make money from home has also soared.
It’s called Pediatric Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome or PMIS for short.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is associating the syndrome in some kids with the coronavirus.
As stimulus money trickles into bank accounts for millions of people, financial experts like Debbi Kidd expect much of that money will more than likely be spent on needs versus wants.
According to the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists, as of now the data does not put pregnant women at higher risk of getting the coronavirus.
The topic of suicide is not the easiest and most conversational talk to have for families. But according to licensed clinical social worker Liz Meadows says it should be.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death for people of most racial and ethnic groups in the U.S.
As we get settled into the new year, local wellness coach and doctor Ja’Net Bishop says now is a great time to come together to set some family goals as you kick off the new year with focus and intention.
The right toys can help children develop imagination and coordination. The wrong ones can do more harm than good, according to local Pediatrician Dr. Farro Durant with Sweetgrass Pediatrics.
As we get set to gather with family and friends for the Thanksgiving holiday it’s a good time to use the day as an opportunity to teach children about the important values of giving back and giving thanks.
According to the American Research Group, shoppers around the country say they’re planning to spend an average of close to $1,000 for gifts this holiday season.
When we turn the clocks back, most people adjust to the seasonal change of fewer hours of sunlight with ease while others might experience a set of symptoms.
Sherrikka Myers grew up the youngest of five siblings. They were close but also very different. Sherikka says the biggest difference was that she stuttered.
Early language and communication skills are important for a child’s success in school and beyond. Developing those skills should start early even before your child’s first birthday.
Dubbed the “crabbing queen,” local Charleston native Tia Clark has been running her “Casual Crabbing with Tia" outings on Airbnb experiences for almost two years.
Starting a school for the first time or just simply having a new classroom with different teachers and people can be both an exciting and scary time for a student.
It’s called “Swimming with the Sharks,” a three day swim camp giving kids with physical, mental, and intellectual challenges the ability to be comfortable in the water and learn how to swim at their own pace
Thanks to the Charleston County parks there are a wide range of outdoor activities for you and your family to enjoy all summer long and some for under 5 bucks.
Zoe Orechwa, 14, loves to stay active with her parents. She is a member of the cross country team at her high school and says working out with her family is not only fun but important.
