Childhood is supposed to be about kids learning to explore their environment and figuring out how to react to the world. School can be a good tool for this, but like as not, school is relegated to learning how to stand in line and how to take and pass tests. There isn’t much room for […]
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!
How Much TV Time is OK?
I would love to say no TV time is best, but I know that can be tough. We need time. We want kids to be quiet and sit. We have things to do. There are also some things that we LIKE watching with our kids. So how much TV is the right amount?
Holiday Travel with Baby: 5 Tips for a Smooth Journey
Can you keep your baby on a schedule when holiday traveling? Yes! Well…kind of!
3 Tips for Talking to Your Child About Racism
Our children start to notice differences as infants, and they pick up racial differences as toddlers. All children put things and people into groups. That’s why it’s crucial we have conversations about race (and other differences) and racism early.
Mommybites Chit-Chat: Lisa Loeb, Grammy Nominated Independent Artist
Mommybites Chit-Chat: Conversations with luminaries, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the parenting world: Interview with Lisa Loeb, Grammy Nominated Independent Artist
Super Mom Tips for Surviving the Terrible Twos
Two year old toddlers are prone to tantrums, acting out, and general bad behavior. It can drive a new mom or dad to drink — but don’t worry, we’ve all been there. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you survive the terrible twos!
Pediatric Dental Care: Class Re-cap
We recently held a highly illuminating teleclass on pediatric dental care including what to expect from your child’s first dental visit, what to do when your child has trauma to their front teeth, oral hygiene instruction for the home, foods to avoid, thumb and pacifier habits, and more.
How to Choose a Pediatrician: Interview Questions
Lots of patients begin interviewing pediatricians because they know it is something they should do, but once they get in the office they quickly realize that they don’t know what they should be asking!