Jan 22, 2019

Even before the pandemic caused so many children to be in front of their computer screens daily for online learning, a child's exposure to screen time was an often-debated topic. But whether it's for entertainment or education, young children continue to spend more time than ever glued to their TVs, laptops, and smart devices. For example, a 2022 study published in JAMA Pediatrics said that average daily screen use by children during the pandemic increased by more than an hour and twenty minutes.

Jan 8, 2019

When parents and caregivers begin to prepare children for a child care setting, clothing selection should be made a high priority. From picking out the right fit to selecting the right seasonal choices, clothing can affect a child’s health, safety, comfort, play and ability to learn.

Oct 30, 2018

One of the first major decisions a parent has to make is when to do away with your little one’s pacifier. A pacifier is appropriately named – it pacifies children, comforts them and prevents public tantrums, and helps them relax if they are in distress or sleepy. In the early stages pacifiers may prove to be very beneficial to your little one. However, children must eventually learn to self-soothe without the help of the pacifier.

Jan 23, 2018

When it comes to early learning, usually language and math come to mind. However, social and emotional development are equally important in setting the foundation for how your child will learn in and interact with the world around him or her.

Dec 5, 2017

Use these tips to help prevent the summer slide from kicking in over the long winter holiday break. Just before the start of break, have a discussion with your child’s teacher to learn more about the lessons your child’s class is working on. When you know what’s going on in the classroom, you can focus on certain skills you and your child would like to strengthen or retain over the holidays. 

Nov 7, 2017

With childhood obesity rates skyrocketing in the United States, affecting one of every three children, the obesity epidemic can leave families wondering what an appropriate weight is for their children. Unfortunately, the answer is quite complex and there is no “right” weight. Healthy body weight will vary for each child. Even if another child is the same height and age as your child, they may still differ in weight because they have different body types or develop at different rates.