Toddler

Are you beginning to realize why this stage has affectionately been coined, “The terrible twos (or even ones!)”? As cute as toddlers are, do you sometimes feel like you just don’t speak their language!? The good news is, here you’ll find articles, videos and events on how to “speak” toddler, calmly deal with tantrums, potty training, bed time routines, healthy eating, separation anxiety, language development and more!

Share Your Wish: Teaching Kids About Charity

I always marveled at... read more

By: rebeccaschleifer, May 22, 2013
Filed Under: Big Kid , Dads , Grandparents , Healthy Living , Moms , Preschool , Toddler

Processing the Special Needs Diagnosis

Every parent with a special needs child remembers the moment when they first heard their doctor’s diagnosis. Whether the specified disorder was “developmentally delayed,” “autistic,” or the ever-ambiguous “special needs,” the rush of emotions is powerful and immediate. Some are angry... read more

By: Shirael Pollack, May 20, 2013
Filed Under: Baby , Big Kid , Dads , Grandparents , Moms , Preschool , Toddler

Introducing Our New Healthy Living Co-Host: Mott's!

Just in time to get healthy for the summer, Mommybites is thrilled to announce our new co-host of our Healthy Living section – Mott's! As many of you may know, our Healthy Living section was created about a year ago and since then we have featured hundreds of articles, tips and resources on... read more

By: Jennifer Rojas, May 15, 2013
Filed Under: Baby , Big Kid , Dads , Healthy Living , Moms , Preschool , Toddler

How To Leave When You Want To (Almost)

Advice you never thought you'd need before having a kid... There you are, looking great, drink in hand, munching on some yummy something. You are having a wonderfully funny conversation with your friends. This is the fun night that you have been needing. Then your partner walks over and says,... read more

By: Brandi Davis, May 13, 2013
Filed Under: Big Kid , Dads , Grandparents , Moms , Nanny , Preschool , Toddler

Mother's Day Wishes

I saw this posted on Facebook by a fellow mom and thought I would share it in honor of Mother’s Day: What I Want for Mother’s Day Dear Children, Mother’s Day is coming up, and I thought I should tell you what I want. This way there’s no guilty panic or last minute purchasing of... read more

By: Heather Ouida, May 9, 2013
Filed Under: Baby , Big Kid , Moms , Preschool , Toddler

Carrot Quinoa Muffins

The other day before work, I picked up a quinoa muffin from Grand Central Station. It looked dry but figured I would give it a shot. It was like tasting a cotton ball. I decided to try to make my own quinoa muffins, but make them super-moist and satisfying. If you add the right ingredients,... read more

By: Becca Eisenberg, May 8, 2013
Filed Under: Baby , Big Kid , Dads , Grandparents , Healthy Living , Moms , Preschool , Toddler

3 Exquisite Made in USA Toys for Baby's First Year

Every couple wants to provide the best for their newborn. As such, it’s not surprising that the first year is your child’s most impressionable year. To help parents select the ideal products, I often suggest the following tips: Provide your baby with the most beautiful items – always being... read more

By: Gary Osborne, May 7, 2013
Filed Under: Baby , Dads , Moms , Toddler

Mother's Day Traditions

Mother's Day. The name says it all: "Mother's Day is a celebration honoring mothers and motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world." Although each country has its own traditions, here at Mommybites the... read more