Whether they have a well-child visit or they’re sick, kids can be scared about coming in to the doctor’s office.
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We know the more books a parent reads to them, the more words a young child learns. Studies show that kids who get lots of books, songs, and conversations from parents each day have a much more extensive vocabulary than those who don't.
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Some worry that reward charts focus too much on external rewards and won’t help kids develop internal motivation. While this concern is understandable, when used thoughtfully, sticker charts can foster internal motivation, too. A sticker chart is most effective at encouraging small behavior changes over a short period.
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Babies have to fold into a tight little ball as they develop in their mom’s womb, right? When they come out, and stretch and move those little arms and legs, we realize what a miracle it was that they ever fit inside!
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You’ve heard of using time-out to discipline a child – but have you thought of using time-in? This simple step may help decrease tantrums!
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What’s a parent to do? The news is so full of nutritional advice it can seem impossible to know what to feed your kids to keep them healthy!
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Gentle parenting is about maintaining authority with kindness and works if you're clear about the rules and consequences, and follow through.
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While some basic academic skills (being able to talk, understand sounds letters make, and identify numbers, directions, colors, and shapes) will help, being ready for school isn’t just about academic readiness.
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