According to a recent study from the Center of Disease Control, approximately 64% of women whose births were attended by a medical doctor or a doctor of osteopathic medicine received epidural/spinal anesthesia (1). Given that the majority of women birth with the help of an epidural, it is important to offer useful information to facilitate […]
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This Is How to Approach Talking with Your Kids about Death
There is no pain like that of losing a loved one, especially at a young age. After such a tragic loss, small children often experience a whirlwind of emotions for quite some time. They’re tremendously saddened, distraught, angry, and can have a lot of unanswered questions. As parents, what do we need to tell them about death and how should we approach the conversation?
Why Montessori Methods Are Great to Incorporate at Home
Montessori schools can be great learning environments for kids. Here are some of the reasons why a Montessori school may be right for your little ones.
10 Tips for Creating a Great Homework Space for Your Child
For most, a productive environment is one that is free from harmful distractions, organized, quiet and comfortable. Starting early in your child’s education to establish good work habits is vital for children to succeed in higher education and as future professionals.
Activities to Do with Your Kids While School is Closed
It’s not easy to get out of your normal routine with your kids. Especially if you’re facing shelter-at-home orders from the government in the midst of the pandemic, having to stay home with your children all day, every day, can be challenging. Boredom will set in quickly, or you might find that your kids want to be on their electronics all day.
Must-Haves for the First Year with Twins
Twins – wow! Multiple little ones at the same time can be daunting – here are some awesome tips to make it through your first year with twins!
How to Maintain a Healthy Routine Through Tough Times
Right now, busy parents have more than the usual headaches on their plates. Many have added “homeschool teacher” to their resumes, and they have to figure out how to keep the kids occupied while they work from home. Who wouldn’t feel frazzled under such conditions?
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Readers Share Their Ponies
There is good in the bad always – here is an awesome, fun article from Dr. Gramma Karen about finding the positives in this sea of negatives!