The Hive MD

Do you feel like you’re all alone? Like you’re trying to parent completely in the dark? Are you trying to break generational cycles with your own kids? Are you navigating uncharted territory with a highly anxious kiddo or one experiencing symptoms of depression? Are you raising children and just feel like you need a community around you? If you answered yes to any of those questions, we want you to join our community. We’re looking for 5-7 parents & caregivers who are willing to be beta testers for an app we’re launching. Here’s what we need from you! 👉🏼 Download the app. 👉🏼 We’ll send you a VIP code to use for a complimentary 3-month membership. 👉🏼 You’ll engage in the app and incorporate it into your daily / weekly life. You can attend our events and participate in our workshops. 👉🏼 Share feedback and insight throughout the process on your user experience & suggest ways we can improve the app. So, who’s in? Let us know in the comments.👇🏼

Way Back Wednesday Katelyn Speert, CNP, MEd gives a talk at Ignite Carroll in 2022 on "A Cure Worse Than the Disease". This talk exposes the reality of childhood trauma and the outcomes associated with common intervention strategies. #childhoodtrauma #childwelfare #marylandnonprofit #thehivemd https://lnkd.in/ekxzWcnd

Food for Thought Friday 🤔 Research shows that having a parent incarcerated puts children at higher risk for mental health issues. 👉 HOWEVER, positive relationships can make all the difference! When incarcerated parents can maintain healthy bonds with their kids—through communication, visits, or family therapy—this buffers the trauma. Their children show fewer risky behaviors and higher school achievement. Even in difficult situations, small gestures to nurture family connections can have big impacts. That’s why programs like ours that bring families together during incarceration are so important. The same supportive communities lifting up caregivers also embrace the next generation. 💙 When it comes to reform, the wellbeing of families should be the priority. Justice policy can shape lives. If we make room for relationships to thrive, they in turn, make us stronger.

Food for Thought Friday 🤔 Ever wondered what sets the stage when it comes to parenting for positive child development? ➡ Authoritative parenting. Here's what that might look like: ✨Clear Guidance & Open Communication: Authoritative parents set clear expectations while maintaining open lines of communication. It's all about understanding, not just rules. ✨Fostering Independence: By encouraging autonomy and decision-making, authoritative parenting empowers kids to become confident, responsible individuals. ✨Nurturing Relationships: It's more than just rules; it's a relationship. Authoritative parents provide warmth, support, and encouragement, creating a foundation of trust. ✨Effective Discipline with Understanding: Discipline isn't just about punishment. Authoritative parents use positive reinforcement and explanations, teaching valuable life lessons. Learn more 🔗: https://lnkd.in/ecRwZ9dF

Katelyn Speert, CNP, MEd joined the Justice Community Opioid Innovation Network (JCOIN) for a webinar last week. It was great to hear from researchers in Massachusetts about the strategies currently in place to support individuals with Opioid Use Disorder through medication management and the impact that has on recidivism. Our organization serves a significant population of people impacted by OUD and incarceration.

Yesterday we celebrated our 8th year of impact! Always a special day to us here at The Hive.

📣 The report on Maryland's child welfare system is now live! This report delves deep into the challenges and proposed solutions that shape the lives of families in Maryland. We spotlight the urgent need for a transformative approach, emphasizing prevention strategies and filling necessary gaps of intervention. 💡 This report echoes the stories and experiences of those within the system, shedding light on the struggles and aspirations of foster youth seeking stability and belonging. 🛠 The proposed solutions advocate for a shift towards proactive, community-driven support, focusing on universal trauma screenings and subsequent healthcare, parenting skill development and streamlined access to resources. #maryland #childwelfare #socialservices #familyservices #humancentereddesign #advocate