Even under the best circumstances, parenting young kids is challenging. They are physically very capable--they can run, climb (on …
Toddler Development
Toddler Development: A Research-Based Guide for Parents
Toddlerhood can be a challenging time for both parents and kids. Understanding more about toddler development can help guide you through …
Toddlers Really Do Have Their Own Language
{If it seems like your toddler speaks his/her own language, that might be the case (sort of). Research gives us insight into how toddlers …
Finding Meaning in the Mayhem: How to Spot (and Survive) a Toddler Growth Spurt
{Toddler growth spurts can influence our children's behavior in challenging ways. Find out what to look for using the toddler growth spurts …
The Key to Making Sense of Your Child’s Crankiness: Understanding Toddler Growth Spurts
{How understanding toddler growth spurts might just give some meaning to your child's crankiness. P.S. it's helpful for older kids …
One Research-Backed Way to Handle Toddler Tantrums
Sneak peek: Toddler tantrums are normal but very frustrating. Research helps guide us in a slightly unconventional way on how to deal with …
“Is This Normal?” When to Worry About Toddler Tantrums
{I'm thrilled to feature guest author Dr. Victoria Nolasco to discuss common parent questions about toddler tantrums.} When should you worry …
Getting to the Bottom of Emotional Outbursts—and Then Turning the Corner
Note: I'm thrilled to feature fellow parenting writer and podcast host Jen Lumanlan as a guest writer for this post on something we all deal …
Research Meets Real Life: Proven Ways to Manage Toddler Screen Time
{With all the options for screen time for toddlers, it's hard to know the appropriate guidelines to set for our children. Let's look at some …