Are you looking for a refreshing and healthy smoothie for breakfast or a snack? This gluten and dairy-free shake is thick, sweet and delicious. I simply pureed frozen figs with one cup of vanilla almond milk and added some ground flax seed, ground cinnamon and vanilla extract for extra flavor and nuttiness. If you have […]
Category: Big Kid
We know you probably hear this all the time, but don’t kids grow up so fast!? One minute you’re worrying that your baby will never sleep through the night and may very well go to school without being potty trained and the next minute, they’re all grown up (which brings it’s own set of challenges!). Don’t worry because here you’ll find parenting tips, through big kid articles, videos and activities on fostering positive friendships, healthy eating habits, language and developmental delays, protecting your children from predators, reinforcing learning at home and more!
Tips for Parents of Picky Eaters
Having trouble with your picky eater? Here are some tips on how to get your child motivated about eating. Eat meals together. Sounds very obvious, but seriously – eat together. If you are feeding your child first and then eating at a later time, reconsider it. Everyone should be seated together to have their meals together. […]
Sometimes Ya Just Gotta Say NO!!!
We want our kids to be joyful and care-free. We want them to experience all that life has to offer and we do not want to hold them back. And let’s be honest, sometimes we just can’t bear another tantrum. But ya still gotta do it. Even if it feels mean, or you don’t wanna, […]
Banana Chia Pudding
Are you looking for a quick, healthy and easy snack? This banana chia pudding was a cinch to make and requires no cooking! The pudding is thick and sweet with a smooth consistency. Most puddings are complicated and take time to make on the stove top mixing and waiting to thicken. I made this pudding […]
Choosing a New Home for You and Your Child
Having a new home can prove quite exciting. It’s also tempting to go for the first one you’ve fallen in love with. However, having some patience is going to go quite a long way in turning the home your purchase into a sanctuary. Apart from patience, you should also consider other factors as well. These […]
Campfires and S’mores
I have been obsessed with S’mores this summer (and even found yummy gluten free graham crackers that my son can have). I’ve been doing a little research lately and learned two fabulous tricks on how to create the perfect S’more. I apologize in advance if I’m a bit late to the party on these… Trick #1: Substitute […]
Let Dads Be Dads
When I talk to clients about their sleep goals for their family, I often hear from Mom some variation of this request: “I want anyone to be able to put my baby to sleep, not just me!” or “My husband really wants to help, but my baby will only let ME put him to sleep” or […]
How to Treat and Prevent Swimmer’s Ear
Ear infections are one of the leading reasons for doctor visits among children, and during the summer there is one type of infection in particular that accounts for a majority of the cases – swimmer’s ear. In fact, more than 40 percent of swimmer’s ear cases occur during the summer months. Swimmer’s ear, also called […]