Praise effort, but don’t punish toileting accidents
Most children become interested in learning to use the toilet on their own. A potty on the floor that the child can use herself helps her...
How to Prepare Your Child for a New Sibling
Giving your child a new sibling could be the best gift they ever receive. As adults, many of us consider our brothers and sisters to be...
A hearing test is an important part of your child’s regular medical checkup
When a child is under 3 years of age, hearing is tested by observing your child’s response to sound and her ability to learn new words....
Toddlers need fruits and vegetables in their daily diet
Active toddlers need 3 meals and 3 snacks every day. For more information on feeding your child healthful food, read Health and Nutrition...
Ta-Da!
"The only thing better than reading about this full day of play is having one in real life." -Kirkus Reviews What makes a good story? One...
Help your child learn his first and last name
When you are with your child, say his name to him in songs and stories, using his last name, too. Make up games where he tells his name....
Shaving Cream Rainbow - Sensory Play
To create the giant rainbow, I used seven cans of shaving cream. I bought mine at the dollar store so it cost me less than $10. I then...
The Day You Begin
Jacqueline Woodson is the 2018-2019 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature A #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! National Book Award...
Thumb sucking is very common for young children
Thumb sucking is one way a young child comforts herself. If you suddenly stop your child from sucking her thumb or fingers, she may have...
Bedtime routines help toddlers sleep better
Toddlers need regular bedtimes and special bedtime routines —like teeth cleaning, stories, and hugs. Parents need regular bedtimes for...
