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Why Baby Wakes Up So Much In the First Few Months of Life
Being a new parent is exciting, rewarding, and, of course, challenging. Adjusting to newborn sleep patterns can be one of the hardest things for new parents; dealing with baby’s sleep...
Tips to Help Baby Crawl if They Haven’t Yet!
Crawling is a motor milestone many parents look forward to! It is a great way for baby to start moving on their own. There are so many benefits to crawling,...
Is My Child Stuttering? Understanding Speech Issues in Young Children
Does it ever feel like your child is having trouble getting a sentence out, or repeating sounds within certain words? Or do you notice that it seems like they can’t...
Is Your Child Having Trouble Speaking? What’s Typical and When To Get Help
As your child goes from baby to toddler and even older, they learn to talk and it’s so exciting to hear what they have to say! They can begin to...
Why Do Toddlers have Temper Tantrums and What Do They Mean?
Oh, temper tantrums. Every parent dreads them, but they are bound to happen! Temper tantrums are a common part of childhood, and they can come on quickly and unexpectedly. They...
How to Handle a Temper Tantrum and How to Prevent Them
No one likes a temper tantrum! Temper tantrums can be very difficult for parents and any caregivers to deal with. When your child is angry, you may feel angry too!...
What To Look For in Baby’s Stroller At Every Age
If you want to take your baby out and about, a stroller is going to make that much easier in the early years of life! Baby strollers can help your...
Stroller Safety Tips Every Parent Needs Know
Let’s go for a stroll! A stroller can help baby get out and about in the world before they can walk, or when they can only walk a short distance....
How to Help Baby Develop Their Senses of Taste & Smell? Try These Activities!
Baby uses their 8 senses every single day! Many senses continue to develop and change even after we are born. Here we’ll learn more about the taste (gustatory) and smell...
Simple and Easy Games For Babies To Help Develop Their Sense of Hearing
Baby uses their 8 senses every single day! Many senses continue to develop and change even after we are born. Here we’ll learn more about the hearing (auditory) sense, and...
Simple and Easy Games For Babies To Help Develop Their Sense of Vision
Baby uses their 8 senses every single day! Many senses continue to develop and change even after we are born. Here we’ll learn more about the vision sense, and how...
Activities to Help Babies and Toddlers Develop Their Sense of Touch
Baby uses their 8 senses every single day! Many senses continue to develop and change even after we are born. Here we’ll learn more about the touch (tactile) sense, and...
Why Tummy Time is Important for Baby’s Head and Neck Strength
Tummy Time is one of the best exercises for baby! We often think of Tummy Time as helping strengthen baby’s core, because we are focusing on their “tummy” part of...
Is it Feeding Time? Learn Baby’s Hunger Cues
Feeding baby is crucial to their development! But how often should baby be fed? And if baby can’t tell you that they’re hungry, how do you know they want to...
First Time Parent? Here’s A List of What to Get For Baby’s Development
You’re expecting your first baby—how exciting! In the next few months, you’ll plan for baby’s arrival. There’s a lot to do—but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a list...
When and Why Baby Should Play on the Floor
If you’ve checked out our Tummy Time page or Baby Games, you probably notice a lot of it is on the floor! That’s because floor time is so beneficial for...
When Can My Child Use Scissors?
Sometimes when we think of motor skills, we think of gross motor skills, which involve the larger muscle groups of the body. But fine motor skills are so important for...
How Can You Prepare for a Nanny?
There are many reasons that children may need a nanny or other caregiver. When parents work, go on a trip, or something unexpected comes up, a nanny can watch and...
Two-Word Phrases: What Are They and When Will Baby Use Them?
What was baby’s first word? Whether it was “mama,” “dada,” or something else, the first word is a memorable moment for baby! Baby usually says their first word around their...
How Pretend Play Helps Your Child’s Developing Brain
Do you remember playing as a child, and feeling like the possibilities were endless? Like you could become anyone, or do anything during playtime—all it took was a little imagination?...
