If you have children, you might be wondering if/when they should get braces. The answer is, it depends. All children have different orthodontic needs, and treatment that would be most effective for one child may not be the most suitable option for another. Some children may not require orthodontic treatment at all. Contacting an experienced […]
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Twin Talk: Should I Put My Twins on A Schedule?
Should I put my twins on a schedule? This is one of the most often asked questions. My answer every time, without hesitation is, “YES!!!” We recommend putting twin babies on a schedule because without one, you will have two babies eating at different times, two babies sleeping at different times – and you, crying […]
Dr. Gramma Karen: Mom in Blended Family Faces Caretaking Challenges
I am a part of a blended family and have been for ten years now. My husband is sweet and kind, someone I felt I could be myself with. Most important, I felt I could trust him with my children. Although my mother-in-law sees her children as successes, many people might question this about two […]
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Readers’ Responses to Grandmother Hesitant to Voice Concerns
I received several comments about my column, “Grandmother Hesitant to Voice Concerns About Granddaughters’ Dietary Habits.” The responses generally fell into one of three categories: (1) The grandmother should share her concerns head-on with her daughter-in-law; (2) The grandmother should not share her concerns; (3) Ambivalence – readers admitted to going back and forth on […]
What Can I Do About My Rude Toddler?
My toddler is becoming disrespectful. Her go-to response for me is yelling and rudeness. What can I do about this? I want her to express herself but frankly, I also want her to stop yelling at me. Ahhh, that fine line between empowerment and a tiny screaming gremlin. The first thing to do is chill […]
When Praising Goes Too Far
As parents, it’s only natural to feel proud of your children. There is no greater feeling in the world than the pride you feel when your child does something noteworthy. And, if you’re like me, you like to shower your children in praise. You know how important your words of encouragement and approval mean to […]
Oral Health: From Pregnancy to Birth, Baby & Beyond – Teleclass Re-cap
Starting proper oral hygiene early is imperative to life-long healthy teeth and gums. Caregivers play a crucial role in educating and training children to develop “good habits” but they often don’t know how or where to start. We recently held an important teleclass on oral health, expertly facilitated by Oral Care Consultant, Marisa Salas, and […]
Creating a Stress-Free Bedtime Routine
As parents, we tend to have a bit of a love/hate relationship with bedtimes. On the upside, it’s an opportunity for some soothing downtime with our families as we watch them wind down the day. We get to watch them splash around in the bath, cuddle up, read some stories, sing some songs, and wrap […]