Understanding And Discussing Gender With Your Kids
Have you ever really considered why the toy aisles at your favorite department store are divided into “boys” and “girls” sections? What makes a toy a “boys” or a “girls” toy?

If you’re like many parents, you may find your daughter wearing a Spider-Man shirt and shopping for Star Wars figures or find your son feeling empowered by strong Disney Princesses like Elsa or Moana. What if your son’s baseball team chooses pink jerseys or your daughter wants to compete against boys in athletics or academics? 

Understanding and discussing gender can be as complex as exploring gender identity or as simple as “ blue ” versus “ pink ”.

Be Intentional About Having "The Talk"
Do you think it is about time to have "the talk" with your child? Are you freaking out a little? These discussions can be as anxiety provoking for you as a parent as they are for your child.  Don’t stress out!  

Be intentional about having this important conversation with your child while being mindful of their feelings on the subject. Don't worry, we'll walk you though this.
More to come...
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Rock Your Intentions This Spring!
Take a mindful moment this spring to think about an intention or goal your family would like to make a priority.

What character strength is your family most proud of?

What is your family grateful for?

Learning Through Play
Grown-ups and their children can learn and play together! Experience the fun with your kids at Learning Through Play for Families.

Explore the Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science and Cincinnati History Museum . Visit with Beech Acres Parenting Center staff and other community partners, who will lead drop-in activities to help you and your children develop important skills while playing. Look for different activities at each of the Learning Through Play Family Days, Saturdays in April!
Family Can Happen When You Least Expect It.
Are you or someone you know caring for a loved one's child full time? We can help! Learn more about Kinship Connections on our website.

For more information on Kinship Connections, contact Bill Hobstetter, Kinship Program Manager at 513-233-4771 or  bhobstetter@beechacres.org

Kinship Connections support is available to families at no cost thanks to a generous grant from the Ohio Children's Trust Fund
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