With all of the information available to us, it is important for us to clarify some of the misinformation that is out there. ADHD is a neuro-developmental disorder that can result in weaknesses in attention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. It’s more common in boys than with girls. Treatment options consist of medication, cognitive behavioral therapy 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!
Summertime Bonding for Families
Memorial Day and July 4th have passed, school is out, and it’s officially summertime. The longer days, combined with more relaxed work schedules for many parents, make summer the ideal time to take a family vacation, spend weekends outdoors and generally enjoy some quality time with family and friends. It’s very important to take advantage […]
Does Time Out Really Work?
All my friends and I use Time Out, but agree that it is not working for us most of the time. Are we doing it wrong? I cannot tell you how many times I am asked about Time Out. Many parents and educators are stuck in Time Out Mode – the situation in which grown […]
The Role of Play at School and Home: A Foundation for Lifelong Learning – Teleclass Re-Cap
This week, we held a highly informative (and fun!) teleclass on the role and importance of play, generously sponsored by Explore + Discover and expertly facilitated by early childhood educators, Renee Bock and Jacqueline Marks. Renee and Jacqueline helped participants to deepen their understanding of play, its relationship to development, learning, and how to recognize and […]
7 Ways to Keep Kids Healthy
Kids are very sturdy… until they are not! Children can get through a lot, but as adults, it is our responsibility to give them the best environment to grow in. Kids get into a lot of things and they are always getting their hands dirty and shoving random and gross things in each other’s mouths. […]
The Joy of Play
These breathtaking and magical photos of children playing in various countries around the world are just too good not to share. “No matter their cultural background, no matter their economic situation, kids will always find imaginative ways to have fun. Their wild imaginations and magical childhood moments, when captured on camera by talented photographers, can […]
S.O.S. Product Review: Googaro
*This is sponsored product review Review by Michie Miller I like to keep things interesting for my daughter. I find that I spend way too much time searching online or in baby stores for the perfect combination of age-appropriate items to captivate her attention. I was introduced to Googaro, a company that specializes in compiling a […]
Savvy Mothers Provide Better Health Outcomes
In the United States, many processed foods contain Round-Up ready soy and corn that has been modified to produce several varieties of BT proteins, which act as insecticides within the plant. There is no way to wash off either from our food – both Round-Up ready pesticides and BT proteins are contained within the plant […]