Developmentally Appropriate Gifts for Kids
I’m sure many of you parents out there have had several weeks (if not months) of your children making lists of …
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I’m Just Tired: Children’s Sleep and the Socioeconomic Status Achievement Gap
My 4-year-old son did not get much of a nap yesterday. No big deal, right. He’s just turned 4 and many kids are …
It’s Not Just About the Milk: Why Breastfeeding Struggles Don’t Have to Ruin the Nursing Experience
We all know the benefits of breastfeeding so many of us have endured struggles, pain, shame, and eventually pushed …
Book Review: A Lethal Inheritance
I recently had the opportunity to read Victoria Costello’s new book, A Lethal Inheritance: A Mother Uncovers the …
Book Review: How to Keep Your Helicopter
If you have been reading for awhile, you know that I occasionally do book reviews. In the past, I have done reviews of …
Book Review: The Curiosity Cycle
Yes, finally a new post! Our family moved from Texas to Colorado in November so blogging had to take a backseat …
Discover the Best Way to Foster Cooperation in Your Toddler
Why is it Important to Give Toddlers Choices In order to understand why offering choices is important, …
Why We Feel So Guilty as Parents and How to Overcome It
Is it really guilt? Let’s think for a minute about what the word “guilt” really means. The dictionary …
Why Understanding Your Tween’s Brain Might Just Make You a Better Parent
What is Going On With My Tween/Teen’s Brain and Behavior? Common Myths About Tweens and Teens Positive Parenting …