Today more than ever, we live on fast and processed food. We get caught up in the convenience, the simplicity, the ease, the attractiveness and tend to easily disregard the nutritional value and the hidden dangers that go with all of these. From evil fast food to some “healthy” foods, to juices or candies, to […]
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!
Little Pea
Little Pea (for ages 3 and up) by Amy Krouse Rosenthal is a funny, simple and sweet book to read during mealtime. This picture book is about a young pea who wants to grow up to be a big and strong pea like his daddy. In this silly story, what Little Pea needs to grow […]
Preparing Your Child For Minor Surgery
Be it tubes or tonsils, cyst, hernia or un-descended testicles, it isn’t rare to find yourself accompanying your child to some sort of procedure, somewhere along the way. While undoubtedly a scary time, it is of utmost importance to your child that you remain collected and organized. Do your best to make sure that your […]
Summer Beach Bag Essentials
Summer is officially here, which has vacationers ready to head to the beach to catch some rays and waves. Whether it’s a family trip to the beach or parents sending their kids to spend the day by the shore, lake or pool, there are several must-have items that should be in every beach bag before […]
Helping Your Child Become A Better Listener: Teleclass Re-cap
In this teleclass with expert Lois Kam Heymann, we discussed the importance of listening skills in every child’s development and the steps we can take to help children become better listeners for academic and social success. The issues addressed apply to children of all ages who have typical (or normal) hearing, hearing loss or an […]
Talking To Children About Natural Disasters
A few years ago I interviewed child development expert, Marsha Greenberg, for NY Family Magazine on how to talk to our children about natural disasters and extreme weather. This conversation happened long before Hurricane Sandy and before the horrible tornadoes in Oklahoma. In light of the tragedy this week in Oklahoma, I thought I would share […]
Share Your Wish: Teaching Kids About Charity
I always marveled at people who started their own businesses – they could take a simple idea and turn it into what seems like an overnight success. I constantly come up with ideas, but they never really turn into anything. That could be because I never followed through… until now. Last year, I was planning […]
Processing the Special Needs Diagnosis
Every parent with a special needs child remembers the moment when they first heard their doctor’s diagnosis. Whether the specified disorder was “developmentally delayed,” “autistic,” or the ever-ambiguous “special needs,” the rush of emotions is powerful and immediate. Some are angry at first. Others are ashamed. Most are confused. But all are worried. Worried for […]