The Hidden Way Kids Learn Empathy (and How Parents Can Help)
Sneak peek: The development of social skills and perspective taking in kids is one of those milestones that often gets …
Toddler Development
A Research-Backed Way to Handle Tantrums so They Diminish Sooner
Why Do Toddlers Have Tantrums Research on How to Deal with Toddler Tantrums What Do You Say When a Child Has a Tantrum?
The Parenting Hack We All Know (but here’s how to use it more effectively)
We often hear that giving kids choices empowers them and helps our parenting lives go smoother. While true, offering …
The Fascinating Roller Coaster of Child Development: Physical and Cognitive Growth Spurts
I’ve written about growth spurts ages several times on this blog but I keep returning to it because it’s such as …
Fun and Effective Executive Functioning Activities for Preschoolers {plus a printable}
Sneak peek: Executive functioning skills activities for preschoolers can help them develop much-needed skills like …
The Amazing Role of Parents in Building Children’s Executive Functioning Skills
What is Executive Functioning in Child Development? You’ve probably heard about executive functioning in early …
Positive Parenting Tips for the Holidays
Sneak peek: A few holiday tips for parents to help you and your kids enjoy the season. The holiday season is upon us and …
Tips for challenging toddler behavior
As babies grow, we are delighted to see their personalities develop and marvel at the fun thingsthey do. But this also …
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 …