Most experts recommend you don’t turn meal times into a power struggle. If you can work in their veggies in fun ways, they’ll be more likely to eat them.
Category: Toddler
Are you beginning to realize why this stage has affectionately been coined, “The terrible twos (or even ones!)”? As cute as toddlers are, do you sometimes feel like you just don’t speak their language!? The good news is, here you’ll find articles, videos and events on how to “speak” toddler, calmly deal with tantrums, potty training, bed time routines, healthy eating, separation anxiety, language development and more!
Mommybites Chit-Chat: Michael Kress, Editorial Director of NY Metro Parents
Mommybites Chit-Chat: Conversations with luminaries, entrepreneurs and influencers in the parenting world. Our latest interview features Michael Kress, Editorial Director of NY Metro Parents.
3 Ways to Suss Out a Suburb (that you probably HAVEN’T thought of…)
Before you take the plunge, make sure you’re really getting below the surface and discovering who’s who and what’s what in a particular town.
My Kid Cut Her Hair and I’m Freaking Out
MY KID CUT HER HAIR! She looks crazy. I am freaking out. I am so mad at her. I told her to stay that way, looking crazy with her half bangs. Am I wrong or is this not a big deal??? I cannot tell you HOW many times I have come across this “my-kid-cut-their-hair situation […]
How To Introduce Your New Pet To Your Kids
Bringing home a new pet is an exciting time for a family — sometimes even a dream come true. At the same time, though, joining a family can be an entirely different experience for the pet. Being surrounded by new faces and voices can be very stressful for the pet—toddlers wanting to touch and hug, […]
My Son Wants to Wear a Tutu
My 3 year old son wants to wear a tutu to school. He sees his sister wearing one and wants to as well. I don’t know what to do. Yes or no? First ask yourself what about this bothers you. Are you worried that his peers or teachers will disapprove or make fun of him? […]
A Parent’s Checklist for Children’s Oral Health
There is no such thing as too early to begin caring for your children’s teeth, and that includes before their teeth are even visible. Protecting your child’s teeth begins at the start of their lives, and should continue to be encouraged long after your children are able to brush and floss on their own. The […]
Successful Toilet Training: Online Class Re-cap
How do you know when child is ready for toilet training? We recently held a highly informative session, facilitated by Dana Rosenbloom, child development expert – and generously sponsored by Happy Family – that helped parents recognize the signs of readiness. Dana also shared the initial steps in the training process. She covered why toilet […]