How to Make Sure Your Toddler’s on Track

As the parent of a young child, it’s perfectly normal for you to wonder (and yes, sometimes worry) about whether or not they’re on track in terms of their growth and development. Important milestones such as walking, talking, and potty training are often points of concern for eager parents, but bear in mind that there’s […]

Healthy Snacking Ideas

In the busy life of a parent, it can be easy to let your child’s nutritional needs slip. After all, when you’re rushing between school functions, soccer games, play dates, and other extracurricular activities, it can be tempting to make a habit of hitting up the fast food places, or loading up on convenience foods […]

Tips for Enjoying Baby’s First Year

If you’re the parent of a newborn, you know how demanding your newfound job can be. Your baby requires constant attention, and most of the time you’re running on fumes as far as sleep is concerned. As much as you love and appreciate your new role as caretaker of the latest addition to your family, […]

How to Handle Tantrums

Most parents are familiar with the dreadful tantrum–it can happen to the most mild-mannered of children. When your toddler is engaged in a full-tilt meltdown, it can be easy to feel like you’re spiraling out of control as well. So how can you bring some much-needed sanity to the situation? Below are some tips to […]

4 Tips for a Hassle-Free Road Trip

So you want to hit the road with your family, but you don’t want to lose your mind in the process. After all, there’s a very fine line between having a carload of spontaneous family fun and having your road trip turn into a major meltdown. So how can you plan a road trip that […]

6 Healthy Sleep Habits For Your Toddler

The early days of figuring out how to establish your toddler’s sleep schedule can be quite chaotic at times. Although every child is different, one thing that’s consistent across the board is this: If you don’t intentionally work toward creating healthy sleeping habits for your child, it will only make it harder for the whole […]

5 Tips for a Fantastic First Day of School

The first day of school can bring jitters, anxiety and stress for both kids and parents alike. After all, your child is going to be facing a new or unfamiliar situation, and any preparations you can make for the “big day” will help minimize the uneasiness they may feel about taking this important first step. […]

7 Ways to Encourage Creativity in Your Kids

Creativity is one of the most important attributes that a child can possess. With creativity, a child can learn to solve problems and discover new ways to communicate thoughts and ideas. Contrary to popular belief, creativity is not something that your child either has or doesn’t have; in fact, creativity is a skill that they […]

The Successful Single Parent: 5 Tips on Not Just Surviving but Thriving

To say that being a single parent is a challenging job would be a colossal understatement, but it doesn’t have to feel like Mission Impossible. If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed by the demands of solo parenting, keep the following tips in mind to help you minimize stress and get through those inevitable rough patches […]