The recent COVID-19 lockdown sent a twist into everyone’s best laid plans. Students were sent home for virtual learning, parents were sent home to balance working and home schooling. Suddenly the schedules were turned upside down and everyone had to… read more
Kids
It’s Time to Start Planning For Summer Camps!
For many kids this summer, camp is where they’re headed. It is a place to create lifelong friendships and memories that last for decades to come. There are many options and activities to choose from, so it's time to start… read more
Perfect Holiday Punch for Kids
The holidays are all about gathering together with good food and good drinks, but make sure the kids have a special drink so they feel festive, too. Here is a recipe for the perfect Holiday Punch for Kids! You can… read more
How To Have an A+ Doctor Visit
Once, I was sitting in the waiting room at the pediatrician’s office with my son as a mom walked in with her little girl who was sobbing uncontrollably. “I don’t want to come here! I don’t want to see the… read more
Is Your Toddler on Track? Developmental Milestones to Know
Key Takeaways Most toddlers ages 2–3 experience rapid language growth, increasing from about 50–100 spoken words at age 2 to around 500 words by age 3. Key developmental milestones include responding to their name, pointing to show interest and combining… read more
How to Make Bath Time Fun for Kids
By the end of the day, us parents are counting down the minutes to get into a hot and relaxing shower or bath after a day of chasing around kids and a long day at work. Some kiddos are not… read more
Stuff that Stocking!
Christmas is quickly approaching! As the 25th of December draws near, it’s time to make sure that you have everything in order for Christmas Eve. Did Santa finish all of his holiday shopping? Did the elves keep a watchful eye… read more
Do Developmental Milestones Still Matter for Older Kids?
Key Takeaways Developmental milestones still matter beyond baby years, especially for tracking social, emotional and academic growth in school-age children. By age 6, kids should show skills like hopping, dressing themselves, speaking in full sentences and basic reading or counting… read more
Growing Up Too Soon: What is Precocious Puberty?
By April Tisher As parents, it always seems like our children are growing up too fast — faster than we did for sure! And sometimes they really are. What if your child is actually entering puberty before he or she… read more
Too Young to Wear That?
I have always enjoyed dressing my daughter. From the moment the ultrasound tech said “girl,” visions of darling smocked dresses, big hair bows and precious ensembles flashed in my head. Like any good, self-respecting southern mama, I overindulged. I’m talking enough outfits to change seven times a day… read more