A monthly newsletter for parents of newborns.

This publication includes a step-by-step process for properly applying a lapped zipper.

This publication includes some facts you should know about skin cancer, the most common form of cancer. It also has tips on sun safety and sunscreen varieties and use.

Parents can divorce each other, but the parent-child relationship and parenting responsibilities are forever. Follow these tips to make co-parenting a success.

For both parents and children, visitation is critical to maintaining a sense of connectedness both during and after a divorce. Tips for smooth visitations, constructive parenting goals and a list of visitation do's and don'ts.

Teaching children about money helps them to understand the financial changes the family is going through. It also teaches them the benefits of good money habits. Follow these guidelines on how to approach the topic of money with children.

Active listening means paying careful attention to what others are saying. Follow these steps to improve active listening skills.

Custody decisions are often difficult. Use these tips when considering custody arrangements.

Marital separation and divorce can be two of the most difficult events in an adult’s life. Follow these tips to help you cope.

Marriage is a financial partnership. Divorce means more than separating a family physically. It also means separating a family financially. Suggestions for preparing for financial separation, dividing property, dealing with debt and dividing assets and property are included.

With divorce come many changes for children. There are changes in the daily schedule, family structure, living arrangements and plans for the future. These stages of grief are helpful when considering divorce from your children’s point of view.

The costs of raising children are higher when parents divorce because the child is a member of two households and requires transportation from one household to the other. Categories for estimating the cost of raising children are included.

How do I decide if I want shared parenting? What is Included in a shared parenting arrangement? Find these answers and more.

Although children are certainly important, they can’t substitute for relationships with other adults. Everyone, including single parents, needs and benefits from having a circle of close friends. Ten important tips for parents included.

When parents divorce, they experience money changes that affect them emotionally, socially and financially. Use these tips to make the best of your financial situation and avoid costly errors as you move forward after divorce.

When a marriage or a long-term relationship ends, many different feelings surface. While each person is unique, many people say they go through four stages.

Sometimes it’s hard to know how to discipline children. All parents wonder if they’re too strict or not strict enough. Follow these suggestions to discipline your chldren effectively.

Information on stress and parenting, feeling good about yourself, taking control and taking care of yourself.

Single parent families have hectic lives. Most single parents feel they have too little time and too much to do. The first step to making the most of your time, however, is thinking about your goals. Follow these tips to help you determine and reach your goals.

Before entering into a new relationship, deal with your feelings of loss and loneliness first. Consider the emotional needs of your children and make sure they are met. Follow these suggestions to make dating a success.

Among the first questions parents must answer in a separation or divorce are how, when and what to tell their children. Information on what children need to know and how parents can help children during a divorce is included.

The following guide to record keeping will help you work out a personalized and efficient system for preserving and safeguarding important family papers. Moreover, it will provide a handy reference for deciding what items to keep, why you need to keep them, how long to keep them and where they should be kept.

We all have days when we feel anxious or “stressed out.” On days like that, it’s good for you to take some time out for yourself. Use these suggestions to de-stress.

We have lots of choices to make about how to spend our money. These choices determine if we have the money to get the things we really need and want. Follow these tips to make the best spending choices for you and your family.

Four environmental rating scales are in use now: (1) Early Childhood Environment, (2) Infant and Toddler Environment, (3) Family Day Care Environment and (4) School-Age Care Environment. (PDF Format Only)

One of the most important decisions you have to make as a parent is choosing a child care program. This checklist can assist you in comparing child care options to make the best choice for you and your child. (PDF Format Only)

Use this state map to locate your contact for assistance or training. (PDF Format Only)

5 Things Parents Can Do to Ensure Quality Care for Their Child (PDF Format Ony)

Do you need help paying your child care? The Louisiana Department of Social Services’ Child Care Assistance Program administers services for families eligible for child care assistance in the state. Information on how to apply included. (PDF Format Only)

Finding just the right child care setting for your child can prove to be a difficult task. Being informed can help make your decision a little easier. (PDF Format Only)

How do you get head lice? How do you know if you have a head lice problem? How do you eliminate a head lice problem? Find these answers and more. (PDF Format Only)

Facts and information on the West Nile virus and how it's affecting Louisiana.

This publication includes information on steps to take when applying for a mortgage loan. The publication covers the loan interview, required documentation, qualification, application, locking in the current rate, estimates, property appraisal, credit report, commitment letter, and loan denial.

After a natural disaster many people are housed temporarily in travel trailers provided by FEMA. Safety issues arise from these unique temporary living quarters.