For centuries, humans have used games and play as a means of helping others understanding a variety of topics. In the Middle Ages, the game of chess was used to teach noblemen the strategies of war. However, it was not until the mid-twentieth century that the public began to make the connection between play and […]
Category: Preschool
Just when you’ve got the sleep routines and potty training down, a whole new set of challenges (and delights!) emerge during the preschool years. You’re in luck because here you’ll find articles, videos and events from finding the right preschool for your family, to effective ways to deal with different temperaments, preparing for a new sibling, developmental milestones, dealing with picky eaters, and more!
Why Recess Is Essential to Child Development
Some of our best memories of grade school always start with that recess bell ringing. That joyful sound was letting our little minds know it was time to go outside and play. Unfortunately, in recent years, schools have waved goodbye to recess in favor of tightly packed academic schedules even at an elementary school level. […]
Tips for Driving with Kids in the Car
Let’s face it, even when you are driving alone in the car, it can be hard to focus – so is it any wonder that adding kids to the mix can make driving more challenging? Whether you’re breaking up a fight in the backseat or listening to loud conversations between siblings, you can easily have […]
This Is How to Find the Best Toys by Age for Kids of All Ages
Do you remember that old chestnut of a saying: “It’s all fun and games until someone loses an eye”? Like all ‘old chestnuts,’ there’s an element of truth in those words.
FizzWizz – The Nook & Cranny Cleaner: Product Review
FizzWizz is made with 100% food grade ingredients to insure safe cleaning. I use the surface wipe for almost everything the baby would put her mouth on. She drops everything, and having this wipe handy and not having to constantly run to the sink is a life saver.
Childcare & Suburbia: What YOU Need To Know Before Settling On “THE Town”
Chances are, you’ve got this whole childcare-in-the-city thing down to a science. Whether that childcare is 100% you, you’ve got a full-time live-in nanny or fall somewhere in between, your family’s no doubt found their groove – and families who are totally in-sync. But now you’re moving to suburbia and starting to think about what […]
Keeping Baby Safe This Holiday Season
If you’re like most families, your holiday calendar looks like you’ve started a new job, had three kids AND invited the entire extended family to stay over at your place for a month! It’s easy to get caught up in the craziness of the holiday season and throw caution to the wind, but when you […]
Stress Free Holiday Family Travel Tips
The single biggest issue with kids and traveling during the holidays – or at any time, really – is the waiting. Waiting in line to board a train or airplane; waiting at an airport for the weather to clear; waiting at the destination point for Grandpa to pull up to the curb and pick everyone […]