{For kids, playing dress up is just fun, but child development research shows us that it really is educational. The benefits of dress-up …
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What You Need to Know about Screen Time for Toddlers {plus a FREE printable chart}
Screen time for toddlers is a hot topic for parents. Parents face ridicule, guilt and pressure from family members all related to the role …
Research Reveals the Real Reason Why You’re Losing Your Temper with Your Toddler
Sneak peek: Losing patience with your toddler is not something most of us would hold up as our best parenting moment, but it happens. …
Difficult Temperament ≠ A Child Destined for Problems: Sensitive Parenting is Key
Sneak peek: Babies with a "difficult" temperament can sometimes pose challenges to parents as they strain our energy and patience. However, …
23 Best Parenting Blogs
{As a child development writer (and mom!), I read a lot of parenting blogs. These are some of the best parenting blogs I've found to help …
“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 …
Unbelievably Simple Summer Learning Activities that Kids Can’t Turn Down
{We all want to help our kids prevent the "summer slide" in learning, but summer learning activities don't have to be boring worksheets. A …
Best Advice for New Parents: Lead with Your Heart {but keep your mind open}
Sneak peek: Many folks claim to have advice for new parents on any given parenting topic but it's hard to sort through all the voices. Let's …
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 handle …