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Tactics for Smoother Goodbyes at Preschool
Preschool drop-off can feel like a scene from a drama: one minute your child is happily munching toast, the next they’re clinging to your leg like it’s the end of the world. Sound familiar?If you're navigating the emotional highs and lows of separation anxiety, you're not alone. The good news? It doesn’t last forever — and there are simple strategies that can make mor...
Why Routines Matter for Preschoolers
Children thrive on consistency. Having a predictable schedule benefits them in multiple ways:1. Provides a Sense of Security When children know what to expect, they feel safe and in control. This helps reduce anxiety and emotional outbursts, especially during transitions like bedtime or leaving for preschool.2. Encourages Independence A daily routine allows...
Detroit’s Childcare Crisis: How Sunrise Daycare Center is Supporting Families
Detroit, like much of Michigan, is experiencing a severe childcare crisis, leaving many families struggling to find affordable, high-quality care for their children. With a shortage of licensed providers, rising costs, and long waitlists, parents are facing tough choices between maintaining employment and ensuring their children receive proper care. The situation has...
6 Behaviors of Parents Who Raise Unhappy Children, According to Psychology
Every parent wants their child to grow up happy and well-adjusted, but sometimes, certain parenting behaviors—often unintentional—can contribute to long-term unhappiness in children. Research in psychology has identified key patterns that negatively impact a child’s emotional well-being. Here are six behaviors that can lead to unhappiness in children.1. Overly Control...
Abandoned Detroit Daycare to Be Revamped into Café and Food Hall in North Corktown
A long-abandoned building in Detroit’s North Corktown neighborhood is getting a fresh start as a café and food hall. The building, located at 3388 14th St., was once a five-and-dime store before becoming a daycare center. However, it had been sitting vacant for more than 15 years before local resident Will McDowell purchased it in 2023 for just $14,000.McDowell’s visi...
