Positive Parenting

The no cost Triple P Parenting Program supports all parents in learning skills to make parenting easier so families can spend more time enjoying each other and less time managing behavior challenges.

Parents are the first to teach about healthy relationships, set boundaries, and learn how to recognize our emotions. All parents need a little help sometimes.

Triple P helps meet the needs of unique families through:

  • Evidence-based tools
  • Trained facilitators
  • Numerous workshops 

Resources

Parenting

Ready Kid SA is a coalition of organizations across Bexar County that builds on successful child and family programs in San Antonio. The purpose is twofold:

  • Create a comprehensive early childhood system that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of children 8 years old and younger.
  • Provide parents and caregivers with the tools and resources to better support their families.

COVID-19: Coping with Changes

Child Mind Institute

The Child Mind Institute offers many resources for parents during this difficult time, including guides on how to talk to children about coronavirus, how to handle stress and anxiety and dealing with grief and loss.

KidsHealth by the Nemours Foundation

KidsHealth has videos and articles for parents and children of all ages to help families cope with the changes COVID-19 may have brought to your lives.

Managing Stress and Anxiety

National Parent Helpline

Parenting can be overwhelming, especially during times of crisis. If you are struggling or need some support, you can call the National Parent Helpline® to get emotional support. Call 1-855-427-2736 between 12 and 9 p.m. Monday through Friday to speak to a trained advocate.

24/7 Mental Health Support Line

Texas Health and Human Services launched a 24/7 statewide mental health support line to help Texans experiencing anxiety, stress or emotional challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Call toll-free at 1-833-986-1919 anytime to speak to a counselor.

Family-Friendly Videos, Games, and Activities

PBS for Parents

PBS offers educational resources for parents, including games and activities, which address a variety of topics for children 8 years old and younger.

TED-Ed YouTube Channel

TED-Ed provides short educational videos on a wide variety of topics to satisfy the most curious imaginations.

GoNoodle YouTube Channel

GoNoodle videos encourage children to get moving using dancing, stretching, running, jumping, deep breathing and wiggling exercises.