A blog that makes child development approachable.
Sneak peek: Toys for emotional development don’t have to be boring. These ideas will keep kids growing, learning, and having fun. My four-year-old was at it again. He, his big brother and I were doing our usual Target run and they had convinced me to go to the toy aisle. What was I thinking? The […]
Sneak peek: Are you trying to focus your kids more on kindness this holiday season? This collection of kindness advent calendar ideas will set you on the right track. I’ve always loved advent calendars. Something about the idea of tiny boxes, bags or drawers that open up a surprise each morning just takes me back […]
Sneak peek: With SO many advent calendars out there, what’s the best pick for a toddler advent calendar? Some ideas for advent calendars that work well for toddlers and young children. You don’t have to be around young children very long to realize that when there’s any exciting event coming up, they can hardly control […]
Sneak peek: In a sea of toddler toys, which ones best promote children’s development and learning? Research helps provide us with some insight. If you’ve walked through the toy aisles of a typical big box store or toy store lately, you know how overwhelming it can be. The bright colors, brand names, and loud sounds […]
Sneak peek: We hear the phrase “positive parenting” a lot, but why is positive parenting important? An overview of positive parenting plus a look at how it helps you focus on the long view of parenting. What is positive parenting and how does it help you and your child grow together? We hear the phrase […]
{With so many baby development books on the market, it’s hard to know how to choose. These books all provide research-based insight with parent-friendly writing} When I first found out I was pregnant (over 13 years ago now) I immediately began searching for baby development books. Being a research-minded person, I was drawn to books […]
