March 7, 2017
Mama, dada, no, yes, hi, bye – the first words out of the mouths of babes are pretty universal, but the second phase of learning to talk involves a lot more variety. Sometimes aaawww-worthy adorable. Sometimes unexpectedly offensive. And sometimes downright hilarious. Today we’re sharing 40 funny toddler mispronunciations so you can get your giggle on. Share your own examples in the comments for a chance to win Frankie the Fox! Read more 
March 2, 2017
Somewhere between the ages of 2 and 3 ½ (though there’s no set age), your wee one is going to need to move from her crib to a bed. It’s a sticky time, for both you and your child. They’ll have new fears – and freedoms to wander. You’ll have new fears about their freedom to wander. It may be unchartered territory for you, but, as with every step of the parenting journey, many have done it before and you get to learn from their experiences. Here are 10 tricks for transitioning to a big kid bed. Read more
February 20, 2017
Any parent of a toddler is very familiar with the kicking, screaming, and general chaos these tiny humans are capable of creating. Even people who aren’t parents have probably witnessed it at a grocery store or restaurant or some other public place. Toddlers have tantrums. It’s just a fact of life. “Many of the meltdowns children experience between about 9 and 30 months old arise from the frustration of not being able to communicate,” says pediatrician Dr. Alan Greene. “Their ideas far outstrip their language skills.” If you put yourself in those shoes – being upset about something but having no way to communicate it – the tantrums make more sense. But, sometimes tantrums are the result of something bigger and more concerning. Today we’re sharing some expert advice about toddler tantrums: when to worry. Read more
February 13, 2017
Valentines Day is one of those holidays that’s fun for everyone. It’s a day full of feel-goody stuff like hearts, hugs, and silly little gifts for friends. A lot of people give candy and chocolate as gifts, but we know that parents already face an uphill battle trying to keep your kids from eating too many sweets, so we wanted to look for fun alternatives. We found these fifteen fabulous Valentine ideas that aren’t candy so you can avoid the sugar rush (and the inevitable crash that comes after it), and have a wonderfully memorable holiday! Read more
February 7, 2017
By Kim West, LCSW-C, The Sleep Lady®
When you’re expecting, you plan for everything. You buy 20 different bottles, get at least three flanges for your pump, make sure you have ALL the options for swaddle blankets, and stock up on cute onesies. But as much as you may prepare, there is nothing that can prepare you for the amount of sleep deprivation that you will likely experience during the first 12 to 16 weeks of your baby’s life.
Sure, while you’re pregnant, you are uncomfortable, which makes sleeping a challenge. I think that many moms fail to realize that this is nature’s way of slowly easing you into the world of your newborn. Let’s face it, it may feel like someone is tossing you into the sleepless pool with no warning, but your body has been preparing you for months, literally. Read more
