Why the Great Outdoors Is the Perfect Playground for your Child
As parents, it's our privilege and responsibility to nurture a connection with nature, giving our little ones the tools they need to thrive outside and in life.
How Acts of Love Can Support Children’s Emotional Development
As your children grow, they go through stages of development. Each provides a new way for parents to connect and teach empathy, acceptance and teamwork.
Baby Sleep 101: Back to Basics
As a certified pediatric sleep expert, I want to stress that every baby is different and has different needs for sleeping, feeding, growing, and learning.
How to Teach about Sharing during Every Stage of Development
Sharing is an essential skill that helps your child navigate relationships and foster empathy for others. Here's how to approach sharing at different stages.
Why Early Play Equals Early Learning
From the first moments of life—even before birth—babies are absorbing, exploring, and making sense of the world around them. Play is their primary tool.
April Fools' Day Pranks to Play on Your Kids Because They’ve Got it Coming
With April Fools' Day coming, you might be considering how to pull one over on your kids. I've consulted with a few smart alecks to offer you these suggestions.
Designing a Calm Corner for Stress Relief and Emotional Regulation
A calm corner in your home might be exactly what your family needs. This dedicated space can become a tool for stress relief and emotional regulation.
How to Make Storytelling a Fun and Engaging Family Affair
Storytelling is portable and requires no gadgets, batteries, or anything else to weigh down your diaper bag and can bring your family closer, too.
Beyond "Sleep When the Baby Sleeps" – 7 Tips For New Parents That Are Actually Useful
Throughout my pregnancy I mostly heard the same advice over and over. To help out all the soon-to-be-mamas out there, I’ve compiled a list of my all-time favorite, never before heard newborn survi...
6 Surprising Lessons I Learned by Taking the Time to Play
For adults, playing isn't always easy, but if you channel your inner actor and begin to share the joy, you just might learn something.
6 Reasons Why Having a Winter Baby is Actually the Best
Mothers of summer babies may have their cute maternity sundresses, but there are all kinds of reasons why being the mommy of a winter baby is awesome.
Black Heroes to Introduce Your Kids To
One of the best ways that we can empower Black people is continuing to share their accomplishments, achievements, trials and tribulations, victories, and their contributions.
4 Montessori Strategies to Help Prevent a Toddler Meltdown
We’ve all seen the toddler meltdown. It’s that end-of-the-world sobbing tantrum over something so small you may not have even known what it was.
Solving The Puzzle of Infant Sleep
In my practice of taking care of children and parents, there’s a common struggle in the first two years: sleep. “How can my family get enough?"
5 Ways to Soothe a Crying Baby
Babies absolutely cry, and sometimes there’s not much you can do. But other times, one of these strategies can work wonders. Here are five ways to soothe a baby.
Coping with the End of the Relationship You Knew Before Parenthood
After a baby, the dynamics, responsibilities and priorities between a couple change. Many may experience this stage as a form of grief. Here's how to cope.
Beyond Words: Ways Parents Can Show Love to Their Children
Small, intentional actions shape a child’s sense of being valued. Showing your love requires constant effort and care but is well worth the investment.
What You Can Do During the Day to Help You Sleep Better at Night
Insomnia or restless sleep patterns can devastate your mood and daytime productivity levels. You know how challenging it is to concentrate and get motivated at work if you’re running on only five ...
The Art of Writing Love Letters to Your Kids
Writing a letter to your child may seem like a small gesture, and it might not come naturally in the hustle of everyday life. But the impact can be meaningful.
11 Lovely Children’s Books on Love
Valentine’s Day is the perfect kid holiday. You’re not old enough to be jaded by the “most romantic day of the year.” You get piles of candy and great books.
How to Show Your Kids You Love Them on Valentine's Day
What are the five love languages and how can we use them with our kids to lay a healthy foundation for future relationships?
5 Things You Don’t Have to do to Be a Good Parent This Valentine’s Day
This Valentine’s Day skip obsessing about what you “should” do and keep it simple by crossing these chores off the list.
Understanding TOG Ratings: A Parent’s Guide to Comfort and Safety
Understanding TOG—thats Thermal Overall Grade—can help you choose the ideal swaddle to ensure your baby stays at the perfect temperature in every season.
Starting Fresh: Building a Healthy Post-Divorce Routine for Your Family
As a family law attorney, I know that the families who thrive post-divorce are the ones that make compromises and think creatively about solving problems.