Image Gifts for Children Today Emergency rooms treat over 200,000 toy-related injuries annually, with thousands of children suffering eye injuries—including blindness—from unsafe toys. December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month, reminding parents that the most advertised or desired toy isn't always the safest choice. Before buying or allowing gifts, check for sharp edges, small choking hazards, toxic materials, and age-appropriate labels from ASTM. Read more
Image Your Working Caregiver Experience Matters: What Every Working Caregiver Should Know Today One in five workers—53 million Americans—balance jobs with caregiving responsibilities, yet 44% never tell their supervisors. Working caregivers develop powerful transferable skills like crisis management, time management, and enhanced empathy that benefit workplace performance. Your challenges are real, your experience matters, and support is available through university resources, community services, and personalized caregiving plans. Read more
Image Food Allergies Around Family Get Togethers Today Food allergies affect millions of families, requiring constant vigilance at parties and school events. Expert nutritionist Cindy Davis shares practical strategies for managing allergies while ensuring children enjoy social experiences and balanced nutrition. Learn effective label reading, caregiver communication, and creating safe environments without isolation. Read more
Image Life Lessons from A Saguaro Today Have you ever stopped to think about the life lessons that a cactus can teach? Jo Corder shares valuable insights into the saguaro cactus and its wisdom. From self-care to boundaries and growth, the saguaro teaches valuable lessons to apply to our lives. Read more
Image Confusion with Caregiver Terms? You Are Not Alone! Sept. 23, 2025 Emotional outbursts aren't misbehavior—they're communication. Working parents can use evidence-based tools like emotional literacy, calm zones, and soothing activities to help children develop self-regulation skills. Learn practical strategies that work for busy families managing work and parenting demands. Read more
Image How Can I Get My Child to Be More Physically Active? Sept. 22, 2025 Childhood obesity is a national epidemic. Kids with bedroom TVs watch 1.5 hours more daily. Health experts recommend limiting screen time to 1-2 hours per day. Discover practical strategies for working parents to reduce screen time and boost family activity levels. Read more
Image Balancing Caregiving and Retirement: A Guide for Working Caregivers Sept. 22, 2025 Research shows 60% of caregivers reduce work hours, spending an average $7,200 annually on care costs. Intensive caregiving during peak earning years can reduce retirement savings by 40-90%. Learn strategies to navigate caregiving while protecting your financial future and retirement timeline. Read more
Image 5 Tools to Teach Young Children Self-Control Sept. 22, 2025 Emotional outbursts aren't misbehavior—they're communication. Working parents can use evidence-based tools like emotional literacy, calm zones, and soothing activities to help children develop self-regulation skills. Learn practical strategies that work for busy families managing work and parenting demands. Read more
Image Move Together Sept. 20, 2025 Children need 60 minutes of daily physical activity for optimal health and development. Discover practical tools, age-appropriate activities, and family-friendly strategies. Plus learn how UA employees can earn up to $200 through the Health Impact Program while building healthy habits together. Read more
Image What Matters Most: Mental Health, Aging, and Family Caregiving Sept. 5, 2025 Doctors miss depression in older adults 50% of the time. Mental health expert Dr. Linda Hollis reveals four common myths about aging that create unnecessary barriers to care—and shares practical strategies for the 53 million Americans caring for aging family members. Read more