Overstimulation can happen at any time to anyone and recognizing the signs and understanding coping methods are some of the best things you can do to help your children when they begin to feel overwhelmed. Overstimulation, which is sometimes called… read more
Kids
How to Stop Your Child From Swearing
There’s nothing like hearing your child curse to make you cringe in horror. The first time I heard my daughter utter a four-letter word, I was in shock. Where did she learn this? It didn’t take long for me to… read more
Beyond Little Outbursts: How to cope with an aggressive child
Children express their emotions in physical ways before they learn how to verbalize them. I have a video of my 6-month-old daughter in a high chair, slamming her pudgy hand on the tray when she thought her brother was going… read more
The Next Big Thing: Birding!
Does your kiddo have a love of all things nature? If they do, this is the perfect age to introduce them to the world of birding. But what is it? This activity is observing birds in their natural habitat and… read more
31 Days of Halloween Fun for Kids of All Ages!
The start of October means it's time to start counting down the days to Halloween! Complete this list of activities for 31 days of Halloween fun for kids of all ages. 31 Days of Halloween Fun for Kids 1. Carve… read more
The Top 10 Things To Teach Your Children Before They Turn 10
Being a 10-year-old today is very different than it was when I was 10, but it is still important to teach children things that give them a sense of autonomy and maturity. After talking to some experts, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10… read more
How to Deal with Bullying at School
One in four children have experienced bullying at school and more than 70% of young people report that they have witnessed bullying firsthand. We have all seen the reports of suicides linked to both bullying in schools and the cyberbullying… read more
Is My Child Sleeping Enough?
Whether you are an infant, adult or senior, sleep is an essential part of living. Sleeping allows a person’s body to recuperate from the stress and exhaustion of the prior day. A good way of viewing sleep is like a… read more
How to Find the Best Sport for Your Child
Organized sports are a big part of childhood for many families. Sports teach children valuable lessons such as teamwork, camaraderie, how to lose gracefully, hard work, commitment and leadership. But what if your child isn’t interested in soccer or flag… read more
Making Reading Interactive for Beginning Readers
Every parent wants to do the right thing for their child’s education, but sometimes it can be hard to navigate the best way to help them succeed, especially when it comes to reading. We can agree that setting our children… read more