Parenting
Many SWFL Parents Now Need Second Jobs to Pay the Bills
Despite working full-time jobs, Southwest Florida moms struggle to make ends meet due to rising costs. From social workers to stay-at-home moms, many are turning to side hustles and starting small businesses to survive. Read more
Teaching Children Responsibility: Why it is Important
A mom decides to stop being her children's personal butler, allowing them to face consequences for forgotten items. After years of rushing to the rescue, she devises a plan to teach responsibility. Follow her journey. Read more
10 Questions to Ask a Fertility Doctor at Your First IVF Appointment
For new patients, stepping into a fertility clinic is like entering a whole new world. There is a lot to learn. Patients considering in vitro fertilization (IVF) likely have a long list of questions to ask a reproductive endocrinologist. Read more
Drowning is the Silent Killer: Keep Kids Safe in Water
It’s silent, happens quickly, and is preventable. Drowning is the leading cause of death among children ages 1-4 in Florida. Read more
Prepare Your Kids for College and Beyond: 10 Things to Do Now So They Are Ready
As kids approach adulthood, there are things you can do to help them feel prepared and confident. Read more
10 Reasons SWFL Teens Might Love Being a Camp Counselor
Did your teenager love summer camp as a child? Do they need a job this summer? he answer is at summer camp – a day or sleepaway camp is the perfect place for teens to transition to the world of the employed. Read more
Local Summer Camps for Children with Special Needs
Here are a few summer camp options in SWFL to make sure your child with special needs has an awesome summer. Read more
Safe teen driving tips from the Collier County Sheriff's Office
A parent's guide to safe teen driving from the Collier County Sheriff's office with practical info about getting a Florida learner's license, driver's license and beyond. Read more
Addressing Childhood Bullying: Signs and Solutions
Discover the signs of childhood bullying and effective solutions. Protect your child from harm with expert advice on prevention and action. Read more
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Amidst Challenges and Love
Explore the heartwarming journey of Celeste Lynch, one of millions of grandparents in the US raising their grandchildren. Discover the love, challenges, and resilience in their unique story. Read more
Is My Teen Ready to Babysit?
For many young teens, babysitting is a rite of passage from childhood to adolescence. It provides them an opportunity to earn money, develop responsibility, and grow career skills like setting schedules, negotiating pay, and managing money. Read more
Naples Mom Speaks Out About Postpartum Depression
Naples mom Jen Sanchez speaks frankly with Neapolitan Family about her experience with postpartum depression, and how it escalated during her second pregnancy. Read more
Talking to Your Teen
How to connect and have important talks with a teen who is never home. Read more
What Keeps You Up at Night? The Top Eight Question Parents Of Teens Google Most
We have answers for the questions that parents don't want to ask their friends or social media parent groups. Read more
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Want to Keep Your Kids Safe Online? Read Our Top 3 Tips.
When it comes to the internet, keeping your kids safe should be your top priority. What are steps you can take today to monitor your children's device usage? Read this advice from the Collier County Sheriff's Office and Collier County Public Schools. Read more
