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RAPTORSWEEKLYUPDATE

WEEK OF:APRIL 7,2013

GREAT OPPORTUNITIES

1. FRG Leader Forum - the next quarterly FRG Leader Forum is scheduled for 6:30-8:30 p.m., on23 Apr, at America's Credit Union - Lewis North Branch. The theme for this forum is"Volunteers - Our Greatest Natural Resource". This activity is designed for FRG Leaders, Co-Leaders, and Advisors. Enjoy networking with other leaders, sharing ideas, and having fun.Register for the Leader Forum today by calling the Family Resource Center at 253-967-9496.

2. Donate to Blood Drive The Armed Services Blood Bank CenterPacific Northwest isconducting blood drives this week: Monday at Waller Hall, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m; Wednesday atMcChord Chapel Support Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Thursday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Old FireStation, Building 2014. For information, call Victor L. Shermer at 968-1903.

3. Enter Military Masters Sounders Lanes Bowling Center at McChord Field invites you to enterthe 8th Annual Military Masters April 20. First place garners $1,000 and entry in the 2013 USBCMasters or USBC Senior Masters, plus $500 toward travel (based on 30 or more entries). Allentrants must be USBC members. Find entry forms at Sounders Lanes or atJBLMmwr.com.Entry is $100 if paid by April 13 ($110 after that date). For more details, call 982-5954.
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4. Financial Resiliency Expo planned Government employees are invited to the JBLM FinancialResiliency Expo April 12, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Stone Education Center. The event offersresources and support services for DOD employees impacted by sequestration. Topics discussedin seminars and classes will include mortgage and refinancing assistance, loan processing, creditmanagement, utilities issues, landlord/tenant issues, money management and budget and stress

management. Ninety-minute employee financial fitness seminars will begin at 9:30 and 11:30a.m., 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Participants will include local and major financial institutions, utilitycompanies, Civilian Personnel Advisory Center, Employee Assistance Program, ACS, Women,Infant and Children, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Consumer Credit CounselingService, RideShare, Veterans Administration, Chaplains and Military Family Life Consultants.Bring your LES and completed furlough calculator. Register online atJBLMmwr.com/.

5. Libraries host open houses JBLM Libraries are celebrating National Library Week April 1420. Grandstaff and Book Patch Libraries will host an Open House April 17 from 10 a.m.2 p.m.The McChord Library is hosting an Open House April 18 from 10 a.m.2 p.m. Refreshmentswill be served. This year the theme is Communities Matter @ your library. Come and see what's

new! Call Grandstaff at 967-5889 or McChord at 982-3454 for more information.

6. Fun night out at Mystery Dinner Theater Dine on a delicious dinner at the McChordClub/Community Center while you try to figure out who dunnit at an interactive murdermystery theater performance, Engaged to Die. The meal includes your choice of London broilor salmon fillet with salad, sides and dessert. The cost is $22 ($20 for club members) for theFriday, April 19 fun starting at 7 p.m. Reservations are required; call the McChord CommunityCenter at 253-982-0718.

7. Do the Spring Fair in Puyallup The Spring Fair in Puyallup is April 18-21. Admission is freeto kids ages 18 and younger on opening day. On April 19, Military Appreciation Day, admissionis free to active duty, reserve and retired military and their dependents, National Guard anddisabled veterans with valid military ID. Regular admission is: Adults $10; students (ages 6-18)$7; ages 5 and younger, free. Fair hours are April 18, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.; April 19-20, 10 a.m. to10 p.m.; April 21, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information visit http://www.thefair.com/spring-fair, call 841-5045 or [email protected].

8. -D archery fun shoot, barbecue Have some barbecue and shoot as many rounds as you like at28 to 30 3-D targets April 20, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the McChord Sportsmans Club ArcheryRange. This is a fun shoot formilitary members, guests andinterested archers. Set-up isApril 19 from noon to finishand tear-down is April 21, noonto finish.The cost is $15 foradults (2013 paid-up rangemembers are $10), immediatefamily members are either $15or $20. Call Rock Boardman at579-9868.
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9. Join the club and get paid Join the McChord Club and Community Center at McChord Field.Become a member today and get up to $100, and pay nothing for your first four months dues.Youll also get discounts, benefits, cash back, catering values, scholarship opportunities,deployed benefits and more. Pick up an application today.

10.Teach the art of dance SKIESUnlimited is seeking dance teachers in the areas of Ballet, Jazz,Tap and Parent and Me dance. Bring a detailed resume to Hillside SKIESUnlimited, Building6398. Include what areas of dance you have experience in and any experiences you have withteaching children. Call 966-3539 or [email protected] with any questions.

11.Praise dance showcase at JBLM JBLMs Grace Gospel Worship community will host its 5thannual Praise Dance Showcase, April 21 at 3 p.m., at Lewis North Chapel, Building 11621. Theshowcase features praise dance performances by Grace Gospel members and other localchurches, ballet and dance companies, along with a special performance by gospel hip hop/rap

artist Blaze. For more information call, 966-5959.

12.Shadow Run honors JBLM Ranger Runners and walkers from Joint Base Lewis-McChord andPuget Sound are invited to honor the legacy of Pac-12 and NFL star Pat Tillman by participatingin Pats Run Shadow Run April 20 at 9:00 a.m. The Western Washington Shadow Run willbegin in Tacoma at Theas Park, 405 Dock St., by the downtown waterfront. Pats Run ShadowRuns are fun 4.2-mile runs symbolic of the number Tillman wore while attending Arizona StateUniversity. Proceeds directly support the Tillman Military Scholars program. Online registrationin advance is required to participate in the Shadow Run. To sign up or get more information,visit the Pats Run website atwww.PatTillmanFoundation.org. To volunteer, contact TaraBoucher, run chair, at (805) 252-7120.

13.Free tuition at Parent University Parents are invited to attend a free Parent University April26, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at North Fort Chapel, JBLM Lewis North. A free lunch and free child carewill be provided for the first 200 registrants. For details or to register, call 967-5901.

14.Compete in womens rugby 7s All Army Sports is adding womens rugby 7s to its calendarstarting this year. The deadline for applications for athletes and coaches is June 1. Thecompetition is July 17-21 in Denver, Colo. Participants could be selected to represent the Armyin armed forces sports championships, national and international competitions. For applicationcriteria and to apply visitallarmysports.armymwr.com.

15.Hunter Safety Classes Apr 1520, 2013 Northwest Adventure Center 253-967-626316.Financially Fit Furlough workshops Free workshops are being offered in April by Army

Community Service Financial Readiness at Lewis Main for those affected by furloughs. Usingyour LES, see what the difference may be in income if a furlough hits. Through hands-onexamples and interactive class participation, attendees will learn how to prepare a budget,participate in a reality-check exercise, readjust the budget to reflect the results of the realitycheck, and develop a spending plan that will assist in keeping the spending on track with the
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budget. Tools used in the classroom will be provided to participants on a take-home disc withusable worksheets. Dates and locations are:

April 11, Building 3201, Room 202April 18 and 19, Building 3203, Room 5April 25, Building 3201, Room 302

Three classes are scheduled per date as follows: 810 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m., and 1:303:30 p.m. Call 967-1453 to register.17.Discover your world with Earth Day events Get involved with Earth Day events at JBLM

from April 1519! Volunteer for activities and bring your friends to the Reuse Fair.

Monday, April 15, see a free movie at your JBLM theaters. WALL-Ewill show at10 a.m. and 5 p.m. at Carey Theater at Lewis Main; and at 1 p.m. at the McChordTheater.

Tuesday, April 16, volunteer at the Community Garden at Lewis North from 10 a.m.2 p.m. and take a break with a free lunch. Bring work clothes and gardening glovesand tools. To volunteer and for more details, call 253-967-5776.

Wednesday, April 17, get in on the tree-planting party at Lewis Main, with a lunchprovided free of charge. Wear work clothes. Call 253-967-5776 to volunteer and fordetails.

Thursday, April 18, help clean up Solo Point beach from 10 a.m.2 p.m. with a freelunch provided. Wear work clothes and shoes. Sign up by calling 253-982-0718.

Friday, April 19, come out to the Reuse Fair from 27 p.m. inside the MWR FestTent on Liggett Avenue at Lewis Main. Youll enjoy a used-clothing fashion show,live music from Emerald City Jug Band, giveaways and food for purchase! Forcomplete details, call 253-477-4299.

For more details on Earth Day events, call 253-967-5776.

18.Did you know that stress reduction can help you manage certain stress-related symptoms/healthissues; to include headaches, irritability, sleep problems, etc. Come relax your stress awaywith us! HAWC Fitness Center Annex Bldg #726 (5th St), Conference Room McChord

Field

1200-1230

Tue, 23 Apr Tue, 28 May Tue, 25 Jun

Relax Your Stress Away! Sessions *All are welcome! JBLM - McChord FieldEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) 555 Barnes Blvd 253-982-5815

19.Outdoor Recreation Trips: Preregistration is required for all trips; prices and schedule subjectto change without notice. Register at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North or throughWebTrac at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/jblmrectrac.html. Trip pick up locations aretheNAC and McChord Fields Adventures Unlimited. For more info, 253-967-6263. More trips:http://www.jblmmwr.com/nw_adv_tours.html

April 13-14 Winter survival camping trip Head to Reflection Lake in Mount RainierNational Park April 13-14 for an intermediate overnight trip to learn the basics of trippreparation, winter travel, shelter construction and winter survival basics, backcountrycooking and leave-no-trace camping. A mandatory pre-trip class is Wednesday, April 10
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at the NAC. Trip fee includes winter camping class, group gear (not including sleepingbag), park entrance and two camp meals. Minimum age: 18 ($75)

Saturday, April 13 Ski-n-snowboard Stevens Pass Leave the rain behind for the slopesat Stevens Pass! Head to the snow Saturday, April 13. Gear is provided; go to the NAC tobe fitted. ($50; bring your own gear, $30) Popular Family trip

Introduction to single-track mountain biking Saturday, April 13This instructional ride is designed for beginners looking to try something new. OnSaturday, April 13, spend the day learning the basics of mountain biking, while gettingplenty of time to work on your newfound skills. Bike, helmet and gloves are provided.Location will be determined based on conditions. Difficulty: easy; ride time: 4 hours;distance: five to six miles. Minimum age: 12 ($35) Popular Family trip

Bike through the Skagit tulips Sunday, April 14 The beauty of hundreds of acres oftulips awaits you! On a guided bike ride through the Annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival,well tour the Roozengaarde gardens and view open fields of tulips. In the small touristtown of La Conner, well enjoy a hearty lunch and experience the festival from a localperspective. The trip is Sunday, April 14. The fields might be muddy, and the weather

might be chilly or rainy, so be prepared and dress in layers with a waterproof jacket. Feeincludes bike, helmet and gloves. Difficulty: easy; time: 4 hours; distance: 15 miles.Minimum age: 12 ($55) Popular Family trip

Whale watching Sunday, April 14 Early spring brings the unique opportunity to viewmigratory gray whales in the calm, comfortable and protected waters of the Puget Sound.This three-hour boat trip Sunday, April 14 provides plenty of opportunities to see avariety of wildlife. ($60; ages 13 and younger: $50) Popular Family trip; reasonableaccommodations can be made for persons with special needs

KIDS

1. Mommy/Son Dance April 20, 6:30 pm - 9pm. McChord Community Center/Club

Cost: $17 per couple, $7 for each additionalson. Advance purchase is required, foradditional info call 253.982.0718. No CYSSregistration needed.

2. The Soccer program for ages 2 and older isopen for registration online atwww.kidzlovesoccer.com/classes.php

3. Home School Activity Day Tuesday, Apr 9,2013 HomeSchool Activity Day will meet foursessions per month during the school year.Children 6 years and above (to 18) may attend.All participants must be registered in CYSS.Parents are required to attend a one timeorientation prior to their first time attending.Orientation dates are noted on the calendar and
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will begin at 11:30 a.m. Sign up is monthly. The monthly fee is $25 for the first child and $5for each additional child. All sessions run from 12 to 2 p.m. Parents are not required to stay;please pick up children by 2 p.m. The fee is a monthly fee and remains the same regardless ofattendance. All sessions will be held at the Hillside Youth Center Building 6397. Foradditional information call 253-967-3188.

CLUB BEYOND

Activity Change: The Ft Lewis skating rink will not be open for their normal Wednesdayskating. So we have changed our activity to the Ft Lewis bowling alley on Thursday from12:30-2:30. This will be free, but students must make sure to bring or wear a pair of socks.We will go next door to the Club building for ice cream from 2:30-3:30.

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EFMP

Madigan EFMP HOURS! Hours of operation at Madigan EFMP are 0730-1600 on Monday,Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. NO CLIENTS ON THURSDAY/NO CALLSANSWERED ON THURSDAY. Madigan EFMP is located on the 1st Floor of the NursingTower, rooms 1-28-11, 1-28-14 and 1-28-16. Contact Madigan EFMP for EFMPenrollments, disenrollments, updates, and overseas screening at 253-968-0254 or 253-968-1370.

EFMP Enrollments/Updates: EFMP enrollment (Air Force and Army) must be updated

every 3 years, or as the condition changes (whichever comes first). DD Forms 2792 (medical)or 2792-1 (educational) are needed to enroll, update or disenroll an Exceptional FamilyMember. For more info about Army EFMP enrollment dates, forms or process, contactMadigan EFMP: 253-968-0254 or 253-968-1370; for more information about Air ForceEFMP enrollment and screening, contact the 62nd Medical Clinic at 253-968-3350.Enrollment forms also available on the ACS EFMP website:http://www.jblmmwr.com/acs_efmp.html.

Autism Focus Group MeetingApril 25; 10 - 11 a.m. ACS Classroom. Come in person, join us on Facebook or call in to participate. Share yoursuccesses and frustrations. For more information or to RSVP call 253-967-3553.

EFMP Systems Navigator at the Airman & Family Readiness Center (AFRC): Did you knowan EFMP Systems Navigator is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 am to 4:00pm? You can contact Jaclyn Gilley at (253) 982-8860 or stop-in for a visit. The AirmanResiliency Center is located on McChord Field: Bldg. 553, off Barnes Blvd just behind the A&FRC.

Did you miss the JBLM EFMP newsletter? You can access it on-line athttp://www.jblmmwr.com/acs_efmp_newsletters.html. If you would like to join our EFMP e-
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mail distribution list, please e-mail usarmy.jblm.imcom.list.dfmwr-acs-exceptional-family-member@mail.mil.

New Parent Support Program

The New Parent Support Program (NSPS) is a professional team of social workers andregistered nurses who provide no-cost, in-home parenting support and educational servicesto JBLM families with children ages 0 - 3 years of age. The program helps parents learn tocope with stress, isolation, post-deployment reunions and the everyday demands ofparenthood.

Home visiting: We offer parents the opportunity to improve their skills as parents and tolearn new skills. There are often many questions about childrens needs and behaviors aswell as how to deal with them. The NPSP is a personalized and effective resource forparents.

Classes: Registration is required for all NPSP classes. Please call 253-967-5901 to register.Free childcare is available for all classes. Children must be pre-registered with CYSS toreceive care.

Infant Massage: Learn the art of infant massage from instructors trained to teach theLoving Touch curriculum. Improve sleep and appetite and learn techniques to sooth acolicky baby and increase brain development.

Common Sense Parenting: is a class to learn new ways to deal with childrens problembehaviors. The classes are led by trained facilitators who are committed to help parentscreate a positive and healthy environment where their family can thrive. CommonSense Parenting targets interventions for toddlers and school aged children.

Stress Free Parenting: is a class that integrates Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction(MBSR Model) practices to parenting. If you find yourself overwhelmed withparenting and dont have the support you need to be the parent that you want to be,then this group is for you. Parents will learn and practice mindfulness skills to decreasestress.

24-7 Dad Workshop: Being the best dad you can be is the MOST important kind ofhome improvement you can do for your family,whether youre a new dad, singledad, or a seasoned veteran. Join the 24/7 Dad workshop and learn what you can do foryour family whether you are a new dad or a seasoned vet!

Dr. Dad:Are you an expectant Dad or have infants and/or toddlers? Join us for thisfree class and learn how to take care of the Well Child, The Sick Child, the InjuredChild and the Safe Child.

1-2-3 Magic: Effective Discipline for all children, toddlers through teens, 1-2-3 Magicis an evidence-based parenting technique created by Dr. Phelan. Parents will learn howto discipline without arguing, yelling, or spanking. 1-2-3 Magic gives parents specificand effective skills to address negative behaviors such as tantrums, aggression,disrespectful language and much more. You will also learn how to assist your childwith starting a new behavior such as chores, manners, and respectful language.

Childrens GroupsThese are ongoing support programs for your child to interact and playwith peers, and for parents to connect with other parents.
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Infant Play Group: is a laid back, interactive atmosphere for parents and infants tobegin socializing with one another. Infants may benefit from socializing with otherinfants and learning new ways to communicate. Parents may benefit by receivingsupport from other parents about resources in the area, feeding tips, sleeping routinesand much more. Infant play group is held every Thursday afternoon at 1300 in the

Rainbows and Raindrops Center. Play Morning: is for all children up to age 5. Play morning is a music centered group

where children get to sing, dance, and play musical instruments together. Thefacilitators provide the tunes and lead the group in fun filled music activities. Thesegroups occur at Rainbows and Raindrops every Friday at 10:00. They also are held atthe Escape Zone every Friday at 10:30.

These are drop-in groups so no registration is required.Rainbows and Raindrops, 8197 American Lake Drive (JBLM) North FortEscape Zone Building 841 Fairway Drive McChord Field

MADIGAN

1. Department of Pediatrics extended care hours in the evenings and on weekends will nolonger be offered after Sunday, March 31. Curtailment of the Extended Care Clinic is a resultof the current fiscal constraints due to Sequestration. Plans are in place to restore extendedcare hours once funding issues are resolved. Pediatrics schedules appointments on weekdaysfrom 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

2. South Sound military families and retirees, the Madigan-South Sound CommunityMedical Home will see its first patients on Wednesday, April 3 at its new location in

Olympias Memorial Medical Plaza.If you are interested in trying out Madigans newestclinic please call (253) 477-5149 for details. The clinic is located across from the mainentrance to Providence St. Peter Hospital at 500 Lilly Rd NE, Suite 120 in Olympia (98506).

Madigan-South Sound Community Medical Home will bring military medicine closer tohome for military Families designed for Active Duty Family Members for your convenienceand proximity to where you live. Enrollment is currently limited to Active Duty FamilyMembers and selected retirees living in zip codes in the Lacey, Olympia and Yelm area. Thisis Madigan Army Medical Centers next step in creating the premier military health careorganization as we provide safe, quality care to you and your Family.

3. Support flu research. Madigan is looking for volunteers to participate in an Influenza study.Madigan researchers are studying differences between viruses that cause Influenza-likeillness in otherwise healthy children and adults, including the response of the immunesystem, symptoms, severity of illness and duration of illness. This is a multi-center study thatincludes military medical centers throughout the United States. Researchers hope to collectimportant information that may guide future diagnosis and treatment. To learn more aboutthe study or find out how you can participate contact [email protected] orcall 253-968-3681.


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TRAINING, EDUCATION and EMPLOYMENT

1. Family member scholarships The Fort Lewis Family Member Scholarship Fund isaccepting 2013 scholarship applications to April 10. Applications can be downloaded fromwww.fortlewisscholarship.com. Applicants are encouraged to use the fill-in form. Familymembers of active duty service members, retirees and surviving family members are eligibleto receive scholarships without regard to family income or rank of the service member. Theapplicant remains anonymous until the process is complete. The Fort Lewis Family MemberScholarship Fund typically awards more than $29,000 per year, which comes from charitabledonations from many sources. Applications are judged on multiple criteria including butessay response, grades, community involvement and leadership. For information go [email protected].

2. T2 is pleased to share ourquarterly Behavioral Health Tech Review found atwww.t2health.org/newsletter The Review presents brief articles featuring solutions T2 andothers have on the horizon including our new Provider Resilience mobile applicationavailable on the App Store and Google Play. Download the app now atwww.t2health.org/apps/provider-resilience. The National Center for Telehealth &Technology is leading the innovation of health technology solutions to improve the lives ofour Warriors, Veterans and their families. We welcome your feedback [email protected] Center for Telehealth & Technology |T2|www.t2health.org

3. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the date of the next quarterly FRG Leader Forum has beenchanged. The forum will run from 6:30-8:30 p.m., on 30 Apr, at America's Credit Union -Lewis North Branch. The theme for this forum is "Volunteers - Our Greatest Natural

Resource". This activity is designed for FRG Leaders, Co-Leaders, and Advisors. Enjoynetworking with other leaders, sharing ideas, and having fun. Register for the Leader Forumtoday by calling the Family Resource Center at 253-967-9496.

4. Attend Parent University Parents are invited to attend a free Parent University April 26, 8a.m.-3 p.m. at North Fort Chapel, JBLM Lewis-North. The event features Jeanine Fitzgerald,certified Human Behavior Specialist and owner of The Fitzgerald Institute of LifelongLearning. A free lunch and free childcare will be provided for the first 200 registrants. Fordetails or to register, call 967-5901.

5. Army Community Service Financial Readiness Program, ACS Annex, Bldg 2166, S 12thSt & Liggett Ave, JBLM, Hours of Operation: 07301630, MondayFriday OPEN allDONSA days closed Federal Holidays. Services Available: One-on-one counseling forSoldiers and their spouses (budgeting, debt management, credit counseling, investmenteducation, general financial planning, credit report review, TSP and retirement planning),personal financial management classes, and Army Emergency Relief (AER). All services arepart of the Armys benefits to you. There are no out-of-pocket costs to you when obtainingthe services of a Financial Readiness Specialist. The FRP Specialists are Army (government)employees and do not work on commissions or fees. The program is designed to offer
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SUN April 71400 Escape From Planet Earth (PG)

1900 Side Effects (R)

MON April 8-No Showing

TUE April 9-No Showing

WED April 10No Showing

THU April 11Babies Night Out1900 Escape From Planet Earth (PG)

FRI April 121900 Oz The Great And Powerful (PG)

SAT April 131400 Oz The Great And Powerful (PG)

1900 Snitch (PG13)

SUN April 141400 Oz The Great And Powerful (PG)

1900 Snitch (PG13)

JBLM- McChord Movie Schedule

Free weekend movies - call 253-982-5836

OTHER TIPS

Keeping Your Family Strong Every family has strengths, and every family faceschallenges. When you are under stressthe car breaks down, you or your partner lose ajob, a childs behavior is difficult, or even when the family is experiencing a positivechange, such as moving into a new homesometimes it takes a little extra help to getthrough the day.

Protective factorsare the strengths and resources that families draw on when life getsdifficult. Building on these strengths is a proven way to keep the family strong and preventchild abuse and neglect. This tip sheet describes six key protective factors and some simpleways you can build these factors in your own family.

Protective Factor What You Can Do and What It Means Nurturing and Attachment: Take a few minutes at the end of each day to Our family shows how much we love eachother. connect with your children with a hug, a smile, a song, or a few minutes of listeningand talking. Find ways to engage your children while completing everyday tasks (meals, shopping,

driving in the car). Talk about what you are doing, ask them questions, or play simplegames (such as I spy).
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Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development: Explore parenting questions with your family doctor, I know parenting is part natural andpart learned. childs teacher, family, or friends. I am always learning new things about

raising children Subscribe to a magazine, website, or online and what they can do at different ages.newsletter about child development. Take a parenting class at a local community center (these often have sliding fee scales). Sit and observe what your child can and cannot do. Share what you learn with anyone who cares for your child.

Parental Resilience: Take quiet time to reenergize: Take a bath, write, sing, I have courage during stress andthe ability to laugh, play, drink a cup of tea. bounce back from challenges. Do some physical exercise: Walk, stretch, do yoga, lift weights, dance.

Share your feelings with someone you trust. Surround yourself with people who supportyou and make you feel good about yourself.

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