A Mommybites reader asked: My first grader is nervous about school. What are some tips I can use to help soothe this transition? Starting the first grade school year off right is so important when building the foundation of a successful school year. There are many great tips to ease the back-to-school transition, but my […]
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3 Common Aches and Pains of Pregnancy and How to Address Them
Many women encounter some sort of discomfort during their pregnancy. Here are a few examples of common issues and how to find relief.
Toddler is Masturbating
Masturbation is a normal part of sexual development. Much like language or physical development it starts at early ages and does not need to be taught by anyone.
Becoming Independent in Self Care
It is amazing to see how children progress from being completely dependent to self-sufficient little people. Becoming independent in self-care is a very important occupation of a child.
Are herbal teas safe during pregnancy?
There is a bit of a debate about herbal teas, as some are perfectly safe, and some come with caution. Though touted as “all natural”, many herbs are used for medicinal purposes, and are contradicted during pregnancy and are best to steer away from while expecting.
Explaining Weather to Children
As weather is a topic that comes up often with children, I want to share my latest column in NY Family magazine. About a year ago, many New Yorkers experienced noticeable tremors from a small earthquake. A week later, we braced for Hurricane Irene, which was projected to hit New York head-on. Luckily, both events […]
My Child Is So Different From Me… How Can I Relate?
On a recent walk with a few of my girlfriends, we were talking about how our children in some ways remind us so much of ourselves, but in other ways are so very different.
What questions should I ask at my 2-year-old well visit?
Toddlers grow in many ways so when you go into his well visit here are some areas to discuss: