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Why Toddlers Hit and What to Do About It

Why do kids hit? Many parents have asked themselves this question and the answer isn’t always an easy one. Hitting doesn’t mean your child is mean or a bully. Sometimes...

Winter Activities for Kids Who Are Bored

Baby, it’s cold outside! Not to worry. There’s plenty of fun to be had indoors during the coldest months of the year. And it’s all in the spirit of your...

Pool Safety for Kids

What could be better than spending a long summer day splashing around in the pool with the kiddos?! Not much! However, safety comes first and swimming pools can be dangerous...

Develop Your Child’s Senses by Playing with Food

Who ever thought it would be good to tell your child to actually play with food? But kids are curious, and a fun way to let them explore is through...

Make a Snow Globe to Promote Fine Motor Skills

Make a Snow Globe, Make a Memory, The Perfect Winter Project to Promote Fine Motor Skills DIY Crafts for kids are a great activity to help your little one show...

5 Ways to Make Going to the Dentist Fun!

We know going to the dentist is important, but even adults can be uncomfortable during their annual dental checkup. If you’re uneasy, imagine how worried your little one might feel....

Play in the Snow for Gross Motor Development

Use the snow for a fun, new way to practice gross motor skills. Winter months do not mean you are always stuck inside. Get moving with these activities to improve...

Fun Winter Crafts For the Whole Family

The smell of hot chocolate is in the air, lights decorate the yards, and streets and you’re bundled up to go outside. This can only mean one thing: the holiday...

Pumpkin Sensory Bag

Fall is here and Halloween is fast approaching, which can only mean one thing. Pumpkins are popping up everywhere! You may have even gone to a pumpkin patch to pick...

Talking to Your Child About Winning and Losing

Life with all its ups and downs and everything in-between can sometimes feel like a roller coaster. Being able to deal with the ride is a skill that takes time...

4 Exercise Benefits Other Than Fitness

The physical benefits of exercise go without saying, but did you know that physical activity provides kids with social and emotional benefits too? Through exercise, kids can build social skills,...

How to Encourage Kids to be Physically Active

Did you know that the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends that children be active for sixty minutes every day? Kids need at least that much time to let loose...

4 Screen-Free Indoor Activities

When the weather outside is not cooperating, keep kiddos busy with these four indoor activities! 1. Build a Fort Gather as many pillows and blankets as you can to make...

6 Car Games: How to Turn Car Rides into Playtime

Is car time turning into screen time for your kiddos? It doesn’t have to. In fact, you can use this valuable time to teach them about the world around them...

Make the Most of Playtime! The Do’s and Don’ts

Play time for kids is such an important part of childhood! Playtime for kids helps them learn new things while building social skills, developing creative thinking, and learning about their...

Simple Sensory Activities for Baby

Are you looking for fun sensory activities for babies to add to their daily routine? Maybe even some that might excite baby’s senses? Try these ways to engage in sensory...

Activities to Celebrate the New Year’s Eve With Kids

How is it that the New Year is almost here? If it snuck up on you too, you may be looking for New Year’s Eve activities do to with the...

5 Tips for Better Playdates

Aren’t playdates great? No matter if you’re the child playing or the adults watching, they’re fun for all. A playdate gives your children an opportunity to make new friends but...

Screen Free Activities for When Kids Are Bored

No time for TV! Nasty weather can sometimes keep kids stuck inside. Being cooped up inside can be frustrating for kids and parents. Often children spend more time using screens...

How Kids Can Help in the Kitchen

What’s one thing that brings people together? Food! And getting kids involved in the kitchen is a great bonding exercise, plus the entire family can participate! Cooking and baking can...