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, […]
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!
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 […]
It’s My Body And I’ll Hug If I Want To
“Grandma is leaving – give her a hug.” “Your aunt is here, go give her a kiss and a hug, don’t be rude.” This makes me cringe. Why do we feel that it is OK to make children touch or be touched by others, even when it’s not what they want? There is nothing rude […]
How Can I Help My Toddler Talk More?
I am getting a little worried. I know that my toddler can talk but she doesn’t, she points. How can I help her talk more? Yes, this can be frustrating. You know that your child can talk, but she is just not doing it. Maybe he is not confident, maybe it is defiance, maybe he […]
Why French Women Look So Good After Childbirth
Physical therapist and author, Marianne Ryan explains why French women regain their pre-pregnancy figures so much faster than American women after childbirth. Learn how new moms in the US can prevent long term complications and look and feel better, faster after childbirth. Pregnancy isn’t all sunshine and roses. While it may be the most exciting […]
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 […]
Necessary Discipline vs. Keeping Children Happy
I want to discipline my child, but I don’t like how it feels. I don’t want to upset my child, but I know I have to start sometime Here is the secret to discipline: think about it as it is really meant to be. Discipline is meant to teach life lessons, to instill the idea […]
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Grandparents Want To Be Only with Their Well-Behaved Grandchild
I am wondering what you have to say about the following situation I was reading about. A mother describes her two children – a daughter, 7, who is polite, well mannered, easy to be around, and her 4-year-old son, who is sweet, but can be a bit of a handful with temper tantrums and defiant […]