Parenting

The longer kids are exposed to high levels of conflict, the more difficult it is for them to form meaningful personal relationships, and many may often wind up divorced themselves.

The Fresh Air Program has been in existence since 1877, and has provided 1.7 million disadvantaged inner-city kids with free vacations away from the city. An opportunity most of those kids wouldn’t be afforded under ordinary circumstances, many of these children form lifelong bonds with the families who host them.

Before heading out to fireworks displays this Fourth of July equip the kids up with earplugs. Not only will this prevent permanent hearing loss, but it could also reduce the fear and anxiety some children experience when they hear loud sounds.