Parenting

A family trip to the zoo can be a memorable experience even if there are toddlers in the group. It simply takes a little additional planning and preparation. Planning the day's activities, scheduling some nap time and packing…

Toddlers are very inquisitive. In fact, more of the waking hours are spent exploring everything around them. They are so full of energy that moms and caregivers seem not to get a moment to breathe. Getting them focused on doing a craft…

Are you concerned that your child is too happy being inside all the time? Maybe you want him or her to enjoy more fresh air or get more exercise. Maybe you would just like to see the video game or computer turned off for a while. It's…

Summertime means kids are home from school and your lives are full of day trips, vacations, trips to the beach and more. Surviving the summer can be easy as long as you apply these 10 Summer Fun Safety Tips. Summer can be one of the best…

As a new mother or mother-to-be, you have probably heard advice from every perspective imaginable. You may have gotten advice about breastfeeding and breast pumps. Before you make a decision, be sure to weigh the breast pump pros and…

I admit it, I am a former toddler artiste. Sorry, Mom - but your bright walls were the perfect canvas to share my waxy, priceless masterpieces. So was the tv, the undersides of tables and anything you generously left lying around for me…

Helping your children foster a rich world of imaginary play can give them a host of tools they will need to become successful, creative adults. From better interpersonal skills to critical thinking skills, creative play provides the…

Summer is here and that means lots of water fun for young children! As the parent of young children, you will want to make sure you are ready to keep your little ones safe when heading out to the local swimming pool.…

The debate about breastfeeding and bottle feeding continues. Ultimately, the choice is up to the mother and what she is able to do within her comfort zone. That may sound selfish if you are against bottle feeding, but an uncomfortable…

When it comes to bullying, parents often are a bit clueless. Who could blame them? Times change over the years and bullying has changed in many ways with it. This is true for school bus bullying as well. Parents need to have a plan and be…

Your bags are all packed, the GPS is set and you have hit the road for the classic cross country family road trip, but the question of the day is what do we do for all the hours in the car? Traveling with children can be both fun…

As a parent you want your children to thrive in as many ways as they possibly can, and one of the greatest ways to bring out their talents and personality is to involve them in artistic endeavors. You may be thinking your child…