Children who know what it takes to succeed in school are better prepared to succeed in the future when applying for college or pursuing a career.

Active communication is a critical parenting skill. Learn what to avoid – like interrupting and jumping to conclusions – and which strategies to try.

Conflicts between children and parents are common and provide parents an opportunity to teach their children how to effectively manage conflict with others.

Identifying your emotions is the first step to regulating them. The next time you find yourself responding to an emotional situation, answer these questions to increase your emotion awareness.

Encouragement, or positive reinforcement, helps parents teach their children what behaviors are expected and appropriate.

Goal setting can be used to define desired outcomes and assist parents and caregivers in defining his or her parenting vision and purpose.

Turn problem statements into goal statements in order to convey your needs to family members and understand their needs as well.

Asking these five key questions can help parents stay informed of their child’s whereabouts, activities, interactions and behaviors.

Showing interest and participating in your child’s hobbies and activities can deepen your bond, build self-esteem and open up communication.

Join friends and partners of KVC Health Systems to commemorate 50 years of heart-centered service on Oct. 15, 2020.