"There is no way to be a perfect mother, but there are a million ways to be a great one."
Children feel most secure when things are predictable. Structure and routine go a long way in curbing some difficult behaviors. But sometimes the routine has to change. And while preparation is one of the best ways to manage children’s behavior and hesitations, sometimes it’s not always easy to convey the message with just words. A simple fix that helps kids of any age is using visual schedules.
Bedtime can be a great time to bond with your child. It can also be a really frustrating time that tests all of your parenting skills. Here are some simple tips that can help you avoid those nightly battles with your little ones.
There’s something magical about the winter season: the snow, the holidays, family and fun. But it’s also that magical time of year when cold and flu germs pop up everywhere. While it’s impossible to keep your kids completely germ-free, there are a few things you can do to get your children to help your efforts in keeping everyone healthy.
As a preschool teacher who takes a group of 9 two year olds for walks daily, I will tell you that practicing taking a walk is an invaluable skill. But walking with toddlers isn't always that easy. Here are a few steps to help you teach your little one how to walk safely with, and without, an adult.
Recently, my toddler had his tooth removed, a procedure that required general anesthesia and a ton of worrying (from me). He’s fine now, but the experience had me thinking about how challenging dental care can be sometimes when kids are so young, and they can’t really express themselves, but how important it is at the same time.
Toddlers seem to have an unending amount of energy. If your kiddos are super active and have some pent-up energy, it’s best to ride that wave and move along with them. Here are 4 no-prep activities that are guaranteed to help little ones expend some of that bottled-up energy.
Toddlers love predictability. Although a toddler’s behaviors, emotions and actions may feel anything but predictable, they find comfort in knowing what comes next. But getting routines down isn’t always easy, so here are a few small steps that can help you identify manageable routines and get them in place.
The holidays are a time for family togetherness, but they can be overwhelming for children. Here are a few ways to help prepare and support your children through this all-important day that’s often filled with new names and faces.
