Training parents about all things preschool and kids aged 18 months–5 years
Whether it’s your first trip around the block collecting candy or your tenth, it’s always good to be as prepared when it comes to safety. Follow these simple trick-or-treating safety tips to keep your kids collecting the candy with peace of mind. Trick-or-Treating Safety Tips Dress Rehearsal You might be surprised at the endurance your…
Your child is never too young to learn about the meaning of the 4th of July. My educational philosophy is throw it out there and if it sticks great; if it doesn’t stick that’s great too. Each time your child hears the information it will make a little more sense and children are much smarter than…
Visit a children’s museum this summer. Scratch that. Visit a children’s museum right now. Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean your kids should stop learning, nor should you stop teaching them. This is what I call a teachable moment. Keeping your kids minds engaged during the summer months is of paramount importance and there are…
What is the best age for Disney World? If kids of all ages counts then let’s go! I’m not going to beat around the bush here, I love Disney. It’s magical, creative, clean and safe. Disney can be considered the perfect vacation spot for families with kids or just you! But, is Disney for every…
Yay, summer is finally here! Hot, humid, smothering days, bored children and constant snacks and meals to prepare. But I have a great idea. Let’s dump the kids at the pool! Bonus: totally knocks them out afterwards! Sounds like fun and a no brainer. And while this is a great and fun summer tip, you really…
Warmer weather means fun times in the life of a preschooler, with more chances to play and explore outside. And when Spring Break rolls around, you can take more advantage of these opportunities as a family. Spring Break and vacations go hand-in-hand, so we’ve compiled a list of some of the best springtime trips for…
We’re all still thinking about those healthy eating resolutions come February, even if we’ve slacked a bit in the actually doing it part, and greens – like collards, turnips, spinach, and kale – are some of the best foods you can eat for health. They’re full of vitamins, low calorie, good for digestion, and you…
It’s almost Christmas – the time of year when we check our lists for the second time and notice a few problems: Too much stuff for Kids #1 and #3 – not enough for Kid #2; Remembered all of the cousins – except that one; Thought you weren’t seeing your mom’s best friend’s family for…
You may remember this big announcement from Target back in August that they were doing away with gender labels in their toy section after customers, including young customers, complained that toys should be for anyone who’d enjoy them, regardless of gender. Of course, there was the predictable backlash from people “sick of political correctness” followed…
It’s almost Christmas? Already? Get out of town! Seriously – get out of town! There are dozens of festive Christmas destinations for you to visit for a truly spectacular holiday season, and we’ve curated a list of some great options for families with little kids. That Warm Christmasy Feeling If you need to warm up…
