… or “How To Let Your Kids Be Kids And Not Be MORTIFIED By Them!” Yours is the kid who puts corn in her water at dinner. Or the one who insists on eating ice cream with a fork. Or who wants to only wear green because when he grows up he wants to be a frog. […]
Category: Nanny
Welcome nannies and parents! The relationship between a caregiver and a child can be one of the most important relationships for a child and one that parents often have the most questions about. Here you’ll find articles, videos and events on how to find a nanny, fostering a positive relationship between caregivers and children, improving the communication between caregivers and parents (and vice versa!) 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 […]
Preventing Flathead Syndrome
My name is Dr. Jane Scott. I am a neonatologist/pediatrician and mother of four. I have made it my mission to end the Flathead Syndrome epidemic throughout the world. Millions of babies each year are being diagnosed with Flathead Syndrome in the US alone! Every baby is at risk for developing Plagiocephaly (a flattening of […]
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 […]
Getting Rid of PMS
I’m sure you’re all super busy moms, coming to this site to find ways to make your life as a mom better. Well, what better way to improve your life than to feel better all month long? A lot of women I see in my clinics deal with PMS. They have a week or two […]
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Everything Begins With a Story
Everything begins with a story . . . stories can help show the way – the way to transformation of consciousness – thinking in one way and now thinking in another way. Stories are psychological therapy . . . seeking harmony and balance through stories . . . Everything begins with a story. (Joseph Campbell, […]