Not long ago, a family came to see me with concerns that their toddler wasn’t communicating like other 18-month-olds. We don’t expect a lot of speech at that
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Teach Kids Science Through Baking
You’ve probably heard of the old adage “Cooking is an art, while baking is a science.” So what does that mean? Why is baking a science? For starters, ba
How to Talk to Children About Death
Once friends and relatives left after paying their respects, Travis’ mother took him and his brother to the casket that held the body of their great-grandfather. Tr
Kids Unplug and Go Tech-Free at Camp
In our world of constant connectivity, some might argue that kids shouldn’t be expected to “unplug” for weeks on end. And yet, most overnight summer cam
Parenting Style Quiz
Aren’t we all a little guilty of labeling other moms? Sure, we all share the common goal of nurturing a happy, healthy family, and we make different choices to get
Home Activities for Teens and Tweens on Spring Break
My 12-year-old daughter came from school and announced that she was the ONLY one staying home for spring break this year. She went on to tell me how bored she would be, h
Recycle, Reduce, Reuse With Kids
Recycle, Reduce, Reuse! It’s easy and fun to get kids involved in the many small things we can do everyday to help our natural environment thrive. First, it’s
10 Tips to Boost Reading Skills
Becoming a reader is one of the most exciting learning adventures your child will ever experience. Many children need little more than exposure to books and they’re
Family Fitness
Childhood may seem to move at a faster pace these days, but children don’t. New research from the American Heart Association shows that today’s children are s
Helping Girls Transition into Adulthood
A few short years ago, you and your daughter had an unbreakable bond. You hung out in your jammies watching the latest Disney Channel movie. You snuggled under the covers
21st Century Parenting Challenges
Have you ever dressed your 4-year-old because you can do it faster, or told your 7- year-old she has to wear a coat when she says she isn’t cold? Can I get a show o
How Sleep Boosts Learning
Want kids to bring home more A’s? Start with more ZZZ’s. According to sleep experts and numerous new studies, lost sleep hurts learning and hinders school-day
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