10 Creative Kids Birthday Party Ideas

We all know that planning a birthday party can be a lot of work and not only that – it can be very expensive!...

CHOOSING THE RIGHT DAYCARE

Leaving your child at daycare can be the hardest decision in parenthood. You are entrusting your child’s welfare to another person. It can feel...

HOW TO TEACH GENEROSITY TO CHILDREN

Generosity: the habit of giving without expecting anything in return. This is an attribute that we hope that our children learn from us or...

Milk Options & Alternatives Beyond Babyhood

  A huge part of transitioning your child from an infant to a toddler diet is changing their source of milk. In our society many...

What Parents of Autistic Children Wish You Knew

  Parents of children with autism deal with so much on a daily basis from fighting with school systems for their child's rights to judgments...

A Beginner’s Guide to Manners: Thank You Notes

In the digital age, where emails and texts are commonplace, it can be hard to stress the importance of a handwritten thank note to...

Top Tips for Sleepover Success

  One of the rights of passage for young kids is getting to that sleepover stage where they are old enough and ready for sleepovers....

Keeping up with the Baby Book

  It’s on every baby registry checklist. Everyone tells you to get one. So you do. You sit in your new plush glider, the smell...

10 Tips: Bath Time Fun for Everyone

Bath time is an essential part of any child’s routine. While some kids just love splashing away, others are more hesitant. And of course,...

Ear Piercing Guide for Tiny Ears

  There’s nothing cuter than tiny baby ears all dressed up. If you have made the decision to get your daughter’s ears pierced as a...

10 Ways for Moms to Turn a Bad Day Around

Being a mama is hard, no matter what. Whether you are a working mom and it's the weekend or a stay at home mom,...

Movin’ & Groovin’ – Creative Games to play with your Child!

It is raining, your kids are bouncing off the walls and you are running out of ideas. In this series, we will bring you...

5 Tips For Encouraging Healthy Eating Habits Early

  Most parents have one common question and a common goal when it comes to feeding their children, "How can I raise my child to...

18 Toddler Books Your Preschoolers Will Love

Finding toddler books that will keep your little one's attention throughout the story enhances their imagination and love for learning. Reading bedtime books is...

5 Tips for Teaching Table Manners

We have all seen those children acting crazy, running amok, and not listening to their parents - and we have all been the parent...

Electronic-free Ideas to Keep Kids Busy at a Restaurant

  For adults, restaurants are fun. The ambiance. The food. The conversation. Not having to cook. The drinks. It’s relaxing and enjoyable. For kids though,...

Boo-boos to Belly Aches: A Parent’s Guide to the ER

  Having a sick child can be a frightening thing for parents. Your child's pediatrician can handle most minor illnesses and injuries. We all know that...

Oh No, Mom is Sick! 10 Ideas for Helping the Whole...

Part of parenting is taking care of a sick child and this is normally no big deal- but what about when MOM gets sick?...

7 Time Out Alternatives

“Time out” is the discipline method of choice for thousands of parents. For many, sending their child to time out when they act out...

Simple Ways to Make Your Child’s First Communion Special

  There are many special events in your child's life and a First Holy Communion may be one of them! This is a time in a...

Toddler Tasks: Chores that Teach Responsibility

  “Me help?  Me help?” If you’re a mother to a toddler, you are all-too-familiar with this question and your child’s desire to help you...

15 Fun & Free Out of the House Activities With Kids

There's nothing quite like spending too much time cooped up inside the house with your children to push all of you to the edge...

Five Books to Foster Healthy Eating Habits in Children

Every mama wants the same thing when it comes to mealtime: for her child to joyfully eat a variety of healthy foods. Though the...

How to Reach a Reluctant Reader

Arguably, one of the best milestones of childhood is learning to read. It's quite remarkable (and a bit emotional!) to watch your child blossom...

Baby’s Oral Health: From The First Tooth To The First Trip...

  It’s a big milestone when your little one gets his or her first tooth. It means that adorable little toothless smile you’re so used...

Tips On Maintaining House Rules With Guests

  It takes time to establish house rules with your family. Old habits are hard to break. It might have been difficult to get your...

10 Books to Prepare Your Child for a Sibling

You’re expecting another child and, understandably, you’re concerned with how your older child will adjust to the new baby. It’s never too early to...

Formula Feeding Basics

Making formula for your baby seems easy, right? Mix a little powder with some water, shake and pop the bottle into the baby's mouth....

Packing a Diaper Bag for 2

Packing a diaper bag full of necessary gear for one child can be a daunting task. Adding in all the must-have items for a...

How To: Be a Preschool Supermom

  As school registration begins in the spring, so does the parent responsibilities for next school year.  Being a Super Pre-School Mom is totally attainable...

Breastmilk: Not Just for Nourishment

Breastfeeding is oft quoted as "best for baby," but did you know that breast milk has a variety of healthy advantages that everyone can...

The Mom’s Guide to Kids and Technology

  Kids today are surrounded by technology. It's tempting as a parent to say "no" to all the requests for smart phones, tablets, or what-have-you,...

DIY Calm Down Jar for Toddlers

Discipline can be one of the hardest parts of parenthood. So, finding a tool that helps parents communicate with their child in times of...

Ways The Experts Can Get YOUR Baby Wrong

Being a new parent is overwhelming. Throw in sleep deprivation and it can even make you a little crazy! Between book “experts,” doctors, pediatricians,...

10 Things Your Tween Wants You to Know

As a parent, you want your kids to feel comfortable coming to you for support and advice. As they become pre-teens or “tweens,” this...

5 Effective Beginning Reading Strategies for Toddlers

Everyone knows how important reading is, and the younger you start with your little ones, the better. Preparing for your child to build a...