Q: One of my children is a summer baby and the other one is born in early fall. It seems that everyone is holding their summer or fall children back in school and starting kindergarten at age 6 instead of 5. Are there good ways to determine if your child should be held back or […]
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Transitioning to Kindergarten from Preschool
If your eldest child is just a few years old, it’s hard to imagine a life where they’re not continually by your side. You’ve carried them in the womb, delivered them, held them, fed them, nurtured them, and been with them for every step of their life so far. But then, suddenly, one day you […]
These Are the 5 Best Acting Classes for Kids in NYC
It is never too early to introduce our children to the world of theater and what better city in which to do it than NYC! These classes provide our little ones with incredible learning experiences that intertwine acting, storytelling, writing, and improvisation. These 5 children’s acting classes allow kids to explore their imagination, which in turn […]
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Grandfather Is a Baby Hog
Dr. Gramma Karen tackles the problem of what to do when one grandparent is a baby hog, leaving little baby time for the other grandparents.
Back-to-School Lunch Ideas: How to Pack Lunches Like a Pro
Packing lunches and snacks can often go last on the list of back-to-school preparation, but they are vital to helping kids thrive at school. Including your kids in back-to-school preparations as much as possible will help them, and you, mentally prepare. One way to do that is to brainstorm school lunch ideas with your kids, […]
Is Your Toddler Exceptional? Here Are the Signs of a Gifted Child
Have you often found yourself wondering, “Is my baby gifted?” Village East Gifted compiled a list, included in this article, of common characteristics of giftedness observed by parents with babies and toddlers between 1 day old and 2 years of age.
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Stepmom Having Difficulty Getting Help for Her Stepson
Dear Dr. Gramma Karen, I have concerns about my stepson’s cognitive awareness and abilities. Michael, who is three and a half years old, favors certain toys (hot wheels, spinning/flicking wheels), he rocks back and forth throughout the day, and we have a hard time getting him to eat, especially meat and grains. He runs on […]
This Is How to Save Money on Toys for Kids
Toys are something that every kid loves, and it always seems like they are asking for more. Certain toys can be expensive, especially if the toy involves technology, but cheap toys for kids aren’t a great investment. Here are five tips that you can use to save money the next time you go shopping for a toy.