Does your child start school this year or is he/she getting ready to go back to school? Have you given thought to the drop off line at school or even carpooling and booster seats? This week is Child Passenger Safety Week! We held a very important teleclass, expertly presented by Sarah Tilton, Child Passenger Safety […]
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!


Microwave Blueberry Jam
Are you looking for a quick way to make jam without any added preservatives? Try this easy microwave blueberry jam that can be done in less than ten minutes in your microwave. I had some overripe blueberries at home and didn’t want to waste them, so I decided to try a jam with them. I pureed […]
Why Won’t My Kid Sit at Dinner?
My kid just WON’T sit at dinner. It is making me crazy. I want to eat and relax, not chase her around. What can I do? How long is dinner? We have to be sure that we are not expecting too much. The average toddler or young child can only sit at dinner for about […]

What You Need to Know about Babysitter Safety
As a new mother, leaving your precious child in the care of a babysitter for the first time can be a little frightening. After all, you know how to meet her needs. Will a babysitter be able to do so, as well? However, all new mothers need a break from time to time. They need […]

Imagine Swimming – Empowering Kids to Be in the Water
Sponsored Content My two daughters (3 and 5) have been taking swim lessons on and off since they were each about nine months old. But it wasn’t until taking lessons this summer at Imagine Swimming that they were both able to swim without any flotation device. Imagine Swimming is a special place – from the […]

Keeping Your Kids Healthy and Fit During the School Year
Your child’s health is your first priority, and one of the best ways to keep her strong and active is with fitness programs designed for younger children. These programs are not intended to increase muscle mass or definition, but rather focus on teaching kids to how to use their energy in a beneficial manner. Childhood […]

4 Ways to Have a Great Summer Staycation With Your Kids
When we hear the word vacation, some of us may think of the classic eighties tune of the same name by the all-girl group the Go Go’s: “Vacation, all I ever wanted, Vacation, had to get away.” But for many busy Moms these days who are on a tight budget, this type of getaway may […]
Can You Discipline Another Person’s Kid?
I was at the playground and a kid took a toy away from MY kid. I didn’t know what to do. Can you discipline another person’s child? This one is often up for debate, but I say YES! If their grown up is not stepping in, you can. You can’t yell at other people’s kids, […]
