IDEAS & RESOURCES

TO NURTURE A

HEALTHY FAMILY

With all the hustle and bustle of a new school year, the last thing that parents need is added stress around meal preparation. The task of making school lunches each morning can be daunting and stressful. Here are a few tips and tricks to provide nutritious, stress-free lunches throughout the school year and throw in some extra creativity when you're feeling inspired or have a little spare time.

Starting early at the Y means your child acquires important life-skills that build confidence and form a strong foundation for the years ahead. Watch how that foundation starts in this short video on Preschool Child Care at the YMCA.

It's mid-summer and with the warmer days things can get a little slow. What a great time to explore new territory, try some new things and imagine new worlds! It's important for kids to stay physically busy and mentally active when school's out.