Sep 3, 2024

When it comes to childhood nutrition, parents often face the difficult balance of finding healthy food that is good for their child's development and food that children want to eat. In searching for the perfect grocery list and home menu items, one of the best things parents can do is educate themselves on the basics of what foods are healthy and how to prepare and present nutritious meals that can build a lifetime of healthy habits for their children.

Aug 6, 2024

In the bright, fun and sunny days of summer break, the term “back to school” may be the three most challenging words for any child to hear. But the good news is there are many ways to ease the transition into a new school year that can help set you and your child up for success.  From restarting routines to sharpening their skills, here’s a game plan to help your child start a new school year with an “A+” attitude. 

Jul 2, 2024

As every industrious and creative parent knows, summer is a time for creativity, physical and mental workouts, and spending time outdoors. No matter your child's interests, here are some ways to cure a kid's boredom with these time-honored solutions.

Jun 4, 2024

The development process begins the day your baby is born. Parents quickly realize that a newborn constantly grows, but the process isn't just about bodily changes. Along with physical changes, the development process includes rapid changes in a child's mind and skills, as well as gains in language, literacy, and communication that are nearly nonstop in these formative years.

May 14, 2024

With the end of the school year, parents look forward to the easy, breezy summer days, leaving behind the stress of homework, class activities and after-school practices. For parents who may work full or part-time, there is a different reality – summer can be hard and stressful.

Apr 22, 2024

As the weather warms and families head outdoors for entertainment, playgrounds are often a first stop for those with young children. Playgrounds provide plenty of fun, allow children the chance to exercise and practice their social skills, and they are a perfect location for the unstructured, imaginative play that experts say is integral for healthy childhood development. However, a big part of keeping that play fun for children is keeping it safe, and this is especially important on the playground.