It's that time of year again, the one everyone looks forward to – a time of renewal and bursts of energy, of outdoor games and backyard barbecues. Read on for fun ideas on DIY springtime projects you can do with the whole family!...
National Encourage a Young Writer Day is the day earmarked for encouraging children in the U.S. to write creatively, but it's important they are encouraged to write all year long. Do you have a budding author in your family? ...
Everyone has an opinion on baby names. That's why so many parents wait until the baby is born, the forms filled out and the choice finalized before announcing it to the whole world. In this post, we offer some tips to remember when it's time...
Any parent who hears the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for their child experiences a gamut of emotions. It was no doubt evident that something was different about your child's behavior and social interactions. And while ASD can be difficult to contend with at...
Reading to babies is just as beneficial as reading to toddlers and preschoolers. It doesn't matter that they can't hold the book themselves or make out what the letters and numbers mean. Their small brains are in a continual mode of development, and the more...
Children thrive on routine, but change is something they all approach with apprehension. New experiences and events can make them anxious, whether it's something minor like trying a new food or a major occurrence like settling into a new school. A steady routine benefits everyone...
March 21st is National Single Parents Day. Being a single parent is tough, even under the most optimum conditions. What can really help these heroes out when life gets challenging? ...
Sneezing, sniffling, and watery eyes – those are just a few of the signs your child has springtime allergies. Lots of children feel like they have a cold when allergies set in because the symptoms are so similar. But allergies are manageable if you...
Have the first few months or years of your first child's life flown by? Are you considering having another baby, but wondering whether it's an impulse that will pass? Are you trying to sift through all the challenges a second (or third) would bring to...
If you're a parent with a busy career and a thriving family, it's easy to feel a little overwhelmed sometimes by all you have to do. You want to spend meaningful time with your children, and not just collapse on the couch, order a movie...