We recently held an enlightening and important teleclass, expertly presented by Valentina Van Hise, Co-Founder of The Art Farm in The City – our generous sponsor – an eco-friendly and organic facility which teaches children about nature, animals and how to better care for our planet. Let’s face it – city kids aren’t rolling around in the […]
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Pediatric Dental Bites: Teleclass Re-cap
We recently held a new and exciting teleclass hosted by Dr. Adam Silevitch, DMD, Partner at Lois A. Jackson, DDS, PC and Associates. Dr. Adam answered questions regarding your childrens’ teeth, from the basics to some “hot button” topics. In case you missed it, you can listen to the recorded teleclass here. Some of the […]

Preventing Picky Eaters: Mealtime Success – Teleclass Re-cap
Picky eating is a common issue facing parents – so common that many of us just resign ourselves to it! But did you know there may be ways to prevent it? We recently held a teleclass, expertly facilitated by Amy Marlow, registered dietitian and mom of three, and generously sponsored by Happy Family and buybuyBABY, where participants learned […]
How Can I Discipline My Two-Year-Old
My 2-year-old is really flexing her muscles. She still looks like a baby, but is acting like a kid. A lot of throwing and looking at me and making not good choices. Can I discipline her – and how? Discipline is about teaching life lessons. It’s about taking responsibility for one’s choices and actions. Discipline […]

A New Mom’s Guide to Taking Care of Herself
The first few months after the birth of a child can be exhilarating and petrifying. A difficult birth, struggling with breastfeeding, sleepless nights, and lots of self-doubt can make this period especially hard for a new mother. Here are 11 tips to help make life a little easier those first few months: REST Sleep when […]

Twin Talk: Tandem vs. Double Wide Stroller
Which stroller is better for twins… double wide or tandem? This is a question I am frequently asked. As for the answer, it’s really a personal preference. Something to think about before purchasing your double stroller is lifestyle and location. A lot of the families that I work with, who live in the city, choose […]

The Child Care Hack Series: Finding Mary Poppins
Hi. My name is Jacalyn S. Burke and I’m your nanny geek. I’m not a geek who happens to be a nanny – I’m a former nanny with 12 years’ experience working in Manhattan, and I’m totally obsessed with child care in a weird geeky way. My column is all about you – the new […]

Root Canals for Children
Losing baby teeth is part of a child’s growth and development, but the premature loss of baby teeth can create a unique problem for your child. Premature tooth loss typically happens due to tooth decay and infection, and because your child’s tooth and jaw is not yet fully developed, this problem can result in the […]
