Michele Tryon, CHKD community outreach coordinator and parent educator has worked with children and families for over 30 years, providing services in the hospital, home, school and community setting. Michele is a Certified Child Life Specialist, a Certified Positive Discipline™ parent educator, a nationally recognized trainer/consultant for Nurturing Parenting Programs™ and co-author of The Nurturing Program for Parents and Their Children with Special Needs and Health Challenges©.
Jun 16, 2025
Help your child build emotional literacy with the ACT technique—a 3-step approach to understanding feelings and guiding behavior with compassion.
Jun 03, 2025
As summer approach, it is inevitable that you will hear from nearly every age child: “I’m bored.” The good news: there are benefits to boredom.
Apr 01, 2025
Stand up for children and prevent child abuse and neglect with these tips from CHKD Community Outreach and Engagement Coordinator Michele Tryon.
Feb 03, 2025
How to provide children the reassurance they need in challenging times, encourage hopefulness, and support resilience despite adversity.
Dec 10, 2024
Giving a child household chores teaches valuable life skills and generates a sense of belonging. Parent educator Michele Tryon shares more in this CHKD Blog.
Sep 23, 2024
Feeling overwhelmed by parental stress? Make your parental well-being a priority by creating a realistic and sustainable balance in your life with these tips.
