Training parents about all things preschool and kids aged 18 months–5 years
Books and videos are a fabulous way to introduce and prepare your child to the world of preschool. There are many books on the market about a child’s first day at school, but videos are fewer. Entering a new environment filled with unfamiliar faces can send any kid into a come-apart episodes. Books and videos can…
Does your child know how to deal with being away from you? You need to ask yourself this question right now. If you’re not sure or the answer is no then your child has separation anxiety and you have some work to do. You need to create opportunities to reduce separation anxiety in your child…
We pulled together a great list of the best cookbooks, kitchen tools and recipes for kids because we love cooking with children. When you cook with your kids you’re not only getting to spend precious moments with them, but you’re also teaching them valuable life skills that can be applied anywhere. We took all of the…
Pool noodles. Just those words alone sound like fun. Who ever thunk this up was brilliant, I only wish it had been me. The original noodle was made for the pool, a floatation device much like an inter tube. As fun as noodles in the pool are, we’ve got some better ones. Check out our top 5 fun…
As a healthy eater with varied tastes, one of the biggest rock-my-socks moments of young motherhood came when my cheerful 11-month old baby, the one who loved everything from soft eggplant to squishy peas, suddenly turned up her nose at everything but cheese and crackers. Keeping your kids healthy and eating sometimes seems like they…
Americans have an obsession for fireworks. Looking up into the sky and watching the night burst with color and design is just magical. But don’t forget fireworks are extremely dangerous. Over 7000 firework injuries were reported last year. Being careful is the key to having a wonderful safe holiday. These are the “must-do” rules on firework safety…
When you think of the Fourth of July celebration you think hot dogs, picnics and fireworks. My favorite is the 4th of July parades. This year design your own neighborhood 4th of July parade. The best part is kids of all ages can join in the fun. 6 Steps to Organizing Your Parade Step 1. Decide…
Visiting a museum with your kids has a ton of benefits. If you have the opportunity I highly recommend you visit on the top children’s museums in the country. But before you head out it never hurts to do a little prep work beforehand. The 7 essential tips for visiting a museum with your kids are quick…
What are you waiting for? You know the benefits of visiting a children’s museum and you’ve got great tips to make it fun and safe. Get out there and experience the best children’s museums in the country. We’ve got the top 9 for you. Believe me, they’re so impressive you’ll wish you were a kid…
I have witnessed a child drowning. It’s not the Hollywood visual you might think it is. There isn’t the splashing water. There isn’t the flailing arms and legs with cries for help. In reality it’s quiet, fast and barely noticeable to the untrained eye. I saw a child at the bottom of a swimming pool…
