{Parents often wonder if their baby's temperament predicts anything about their future development. We delve into the research on baby …
child development
Common Misconceptions of Early Learning: The Case of Online Preschools
{Online preschool is becoming more common in some areas. Discover why this misguided approach is squandering young children's …
Research-Backed Parenting Goals
{At the beginning of each new year, many of us start with parenting goals to keep us on track. These research-backed parenting goals will …
Research-Backed Tips for Choosing Age Appropriate Toys
{Choosing age-appropriate toys that your kids will actually like is not always easy. Using a few child development hints, you can choose …
A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the 4 Attachment Styles
{The 4 attachment styles are helping in understanding the dynamics of infant-parent bonding} Thanks to my last post, we now understand …
The Art and Science of Raising a Sensitive Boy (Without Crushing his Spirit)
{Raising a sensitive boy in our culture that does not value boys' emotions can be challenging. However, with careful observation and care, …
Research-Backed Benefits of Being an “Older” Mom
{The medical community may tell us about all the risk of "mature" motherhood. However, psychology is showing us that there are real benefits …
To Moms on the First Day of Kindergarten: Don’t Worry, You’re Still Needed
{The first day of kindergarten may make you feel like you are not needed anymore. Moms take heart, your kindergartners still need you so …
The 3 Most Important Things to Include in Your Stay-at-Home Mom Schedule
{Focusing on 3 aspects of my stay-at-home mom schedule have made all the difference in making daily life more engaging for me and my …
