With Random Acts of Kindness Day on Feb. 17, we wanted to share some of our favorite books that teach your kiddos to be kind to others! The importance of teaching children to be kind to all people regardless of… read more
Early Years
Ewww! Gross Things Kids Do
Kids sometimes do gross things that shock and appall adults. These cringe-worthy habits are part of the developmental process, but just how bad are they? PICKING NOSES Children often stick their fingers up their noses to extract those pesky boogers.… read more
Can Playing a Musical Instrument Benefit Your Kiddos?
Parents who are considering a first activity for their children should strongly think about starting with a musical instrument. Not only is it fun to make music, but science has shown that even small amounts of music education could produce… read more
Keep Track of Baby’s Growth During Their First Year
Babies will change a lot during their first year. Although your baby’s height, weight and head circumference will be measured at each monthly checkup, you may find yourself worrying about her growth between visits to the doctor. Use this helpful… read more
Teaching Them Playground Etiquette
At 6 years of age, I ventured onto a cold school playground in Hartford, Connecticut. The mulch was red underneath my small Puma shoes, and I stared at the lack of leaves in the oak trees. To be honest —… read more
Should You Pierce Your Baby’s Ears?
From the food that we feed our babies to the many ways we chose to hold them, there doesn’t seem to be a single topic that isn’t targeted to debate. Each mother has her own opinions on how to properly… read more
What Are The Benefits of Puzzles in Early Childhood Development?
Puzzles are a great way to keep toddlers and young children entertained while serving as an educational tool. Puzzles allow us to challenge our thinking and exercise our minds. Here are some of the top benefits of puzzles to early… read more
Learn More About Sleep Training Your Child
When we had our first child, my husband and I were clueless about most everything baby-related. After a few months of being completely overwhelmed and exhausted, I was desperate to find that elusive thing that evades most parents of newborns—SLEEP.… read more
How to Enforce the P’s & Q’s
Our children are a reflection of us, and the earlier they are taught the difference between what’s right and what’s wrong, the better. Teaching little ones manners can be tricky, and sometimes they just don’t understand that picking their nose… read more
Encourage Your Child’s Curiosity
Children naturally become very curious at the age of 4, asking questions over and over a thousand times a day, driving most parents batty! Although it may get tiresome, this behavior is healthy and exactly what they are supposed to be doing at this age. By… read more
