Being a piano teacher myself, you can imagine my expectations when it came to finding the right piano teacher for my children. What? Why don’t I teach them myself? If you have tried to teach your child ANYTHING, you know exactly why I am looking! So what should a parent look for when finding a […]
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!
Bedtime Stories for the Youngest Children of Divorce
Are you having a hard time telling your little one (pre-school through second grade) about your divorce? Are you searching for the right words to explain why your spouse doesn’t live with you anymore? Are you trying to make the changes in your child’s life easier to explain? Often reading about an uncomfortable, emotionally laden […]
Dairy Free Pumpkin Donut Holes
Nothing feels like Fall more to me than pumpkin. What better way to add pumpkin than in donuts?! These baked donut holes are a cinch to make and a real hit with the kids. They are easily modified to accommodate different dietary needs and have a healthy ingredient as the star ingredient. According to Allison […]
Pumpkin Time
Fall is definitely Pumpkin Time. But those so familiar symbols of autumn, Halloween and Thanksgiving have also a number of not so familiar health benefits. Pumpkins vary greatly in shape, size and colours, but generally they all have golden-yellow to orange flesh. Pumpkins are one of the most low calorie vegetables – a 100 g […]
Smooth New Sibling Transitions for Toddlers
I am expecting a new baby and I am not sure how to make the transition smooth for my toddler. I know things can get rough. Help!! You are right. The transition can be a tough one, but there are ways to make it a bit easier. Keep in mind that while a new baby […]
Ten Sleep Tips for Traveling with Tots
When a friend told me she packs a suitcase full of her daughterʼs favorite stuffed animals when they travel, I wasn’t surprised. My family resembles a traveling caravan at airports as we transport all our gear. With young children, you have to be prepared. Last spring, our three-hour nonstop flight from Mexico turned into an […]
Suggested Reading for Children and Parents About Going to the Doctor or Hospital
I have written blogs in the past about tips and suggestions along with coping techniques when you take your child to the doctor or the hospital. Books about healthcare experiences should present helpful information for children in a truthful and encouraging manner. The following is a list of good books for children and also for […]
Some Different Holidays For Kids
It is the beginning of November, and I already feel pressure to start holiday shopping. Instead of enjoying my time alone as I waited on line to return something, I was strategizing for whom I will buy which gift. Holidays are becoming more commercialized as the years pass. What used to be advertised as meaningful […]