Any parent or caregiver of a toddler knows these years are packed with unpredictable moments—tantrums, screaming, hitting, biting, gagging, and a host of other baffling behaviors. One minute you’re holding your breath, the next you’re laughing in disbelief. But what’s really going on in your toddler’s mind when they stuff peas in their ears, […]
The first 1,000 days of a child’s life—from conception to their second birthday—are a critical window of growth and development. During this time, a baby’s brain, body, and immune system undergo rapid changes, laying the foundation for lifelong physical, mental, and emotional health. In pregnancy, the mother’s health, nutrition, and stress levels directly influence […]
Rethinking the “Perfect” Family The idea of the “perfect family”—two parents, a working father, and a stay-at-home mother—belongs to the past. What may have worked for our grandparents is no longer realistic or even possible for many families today. Modern families take many forms, including single parents, stepfamilies, foster care, same-sex parents, and […]
Understanding that being a highly sensitive child is not a mental health or medical condition but rather a personality trait is essential. Although there is no formal test to diagnose high sensitivity, parents and caregivers can often recognize it through certain behaviors and characteristics. Emotional sensitivity, often referred to as being “highly sensitive,” […]
Parents often struggle to distinguish between normal variations in behavior and actual behavioral problems. In truth, the line between what is considered normal and abnormal behavior is often blurred—more a matter of degree and expectations than a clear-cut difference. This is partly because “normal” behavior depends on a child’s developmental stage, which can vary widely […]
How you communicate shapes your child’s relationships with others. As a parent, you model verbal, nonverbal, and listening skills every day—through your words, tone, and actions. How Kids Learn to Communicate Children learn by watching and listening. A simple “Good job!” or a nod teaches them how to express themselves. […]
Those of us who grew up with siblings know how frustrating they could be. Now, as adults with children of our own, we’re watching our kids go through the same challenges that come with having siblings. As parents, we gain a new perspective on what our own parents endured—and a clearer understanding of just how […]
For many children entering kindergarten, this is their first experience in a school environment. Meanwhile, our Pre-K friends are eagerly stepping into another exciting new school year. While this time is filled with excitement for some, many kindergarteners may face initial challenges as they adjust to longer days, a more structured curriculum, and time spent […]
Whether you’re ready or not, school is right around the corner and prepping your preschooler for their first day of preschool can be a daunting task. Your child may feel both excited and nervous about starting preschool. Let’s try to ease your little one’s mixed feelings, with these tips: Before School Starts Go […]
The short answer is “No”, you can’t spoil your infant. There’s a reason babies cry as much as they do; it’s their main (and mostly) only way they can communicate their needs. Babies cry for a number of reasons; they’re hungry, tired, overstimulated, and sometimes babies just cry even if you’ve done […]
