Oftentimes, the methods we use to get children to listen are ineffective and can actually encourage non-compliance. However, there are effective principals of positive discipline that when used properly and consistently can increase the likelihood that your child will listen to you and in the process, begin to build the self-control needed to face life’s […]
Tag: Development
From the time you’re expecting, all the way through toddlerhood, and on to kindergarten and beyond, our rich, educational articles, expertly researched and written by experts in their fields, touch upon all stages of your child’s development. No matter what the child development topic you need some advice on, Mommybites has what you’re looking for – from breastfeeding to sleep, from developmental milestones to car seat safety, from picky eaters to special needs and more!
These Are the Fundamentals of Early Reading for Kids
Babies and Toddlers are smarter than you know! Children absorb so much information just from listening and being attentive to their environment. An “absorption” period in a child’s development starts at birth and continues through 6 and 7 years old.
Tips and Tricks for Creating Good Homework Habits
I’ve found that for young elementary schoolers, parental attitudes and training will set the stage for their success for years to come. Here are the tips and tricks that have worked for my family and me:
When Can You Hear a Baby Heartbeat?
A Mommybites reader asked: When can I hear my baby’s heartbeat? From the moment we find out we are expecting, no sound is more moving, more touching than hearing our little one’s heartbeat for the very first time! For many expectant moms, it is an anxious time between conceiving and the first heartbeat – it’s […]
What Families Should Consider When Choosing a New Home
The average American moves 11.7 times throughout their lives. Families end up moving for a variety of reasons, whether it’s to change school districts, switch careers, be closer to family, or just for a change of scenery. But, looking for a new house or apartment with young children can come with unique challenges. The first […]
This Is Everything You Need to Know about COVID-19 and Breastfeeding
The postpartum period is a vulnerable and challenging time for all new moms, but especially so right now with the restrictions on care and resources available imposed by COVID-19. As uncertainty around how COVID-19 affects pregnant or breastfeeding women and infants continues, it is critical that new moms understand its known implications, how it can […]
Get Your Kids to Play outside Again after Quarantine
With quarantine lasting as long as it has, your kids may have grown a bit too comfortable lounging at home with electronics. Here are some ways to get them playing outside again (and giving you a break)!
This is How to Keep Toddlers Safe as States Reopen
Raising a toddler is tricky enough normally, but the stress of a pandemic comes with so much more to deal with. Here are some experts’ thoughts on keeping your toddler happy, safe, and on track with those developmental milestones!