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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! Or you may wonder if you can (or even should) comfort them when they have a tantrum. Believe it or not, there are tried and … Continued
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 little one get out in the world before they can walk, or when they can only walk a short distance. It also keeps them safely … Continued
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. Strollers can also provide a place for baby to take a break or get some shade on a sunny day. There are so many uses … Continued
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 (olfactory) senses, and how you can help baby develop these very important senses. What are the olfactory and gustatory senses? Olfactory is the sense of … Continued
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 how you can help baby develop their sense of hearing. What is the hearing sense and how do we use it? The hearing sense allows … Continued
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 you can help baby develop this very important sense. What is the vision sense and how do we use it? The vision sense brings awareness … Continued
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 how you can help baby develop this very important sense. What is the touch sense? The touch sense gives us information from our skin. When … Continued
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 Tummy Time. But did you know it also has benefits for baby’s head and neck muscles? Here are some of the benefits for baby’s head … Continued
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 feed? You may have heard from a healthcare provider that baby should feed whenever they seem hungry (this is called responsive feeding). Even though baby … Continued
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 of some items first time parents should consider getting to help support and encourage baby’s development. You can also check out What Every First Time … Continued
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 baby, especially in the very early months of life. In the early months of life, spending time on the floor to play, including Tummy Time, … Continued
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 children to develop as well! They help with writing, holding utensils, picking small things up and child’s scissors use. One useful fine motor skill children … Continued
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 take care of them. They can make sure children don’t have too many interruptions to their life and have all their needs met, without their … Continued
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 first birthday. From the ages of 12 to 24 months, baby will start saying more and understanding more! As their vocabulary grows, they’ll also reach … Continued
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? If so, you were doing something called pretend play, which can be so beneficial for all children! While all types of play help children learn … Continued
When Will Baby Start Squatting?
First comes walking, then comes squatting! Once baby has started walking, they will begin to develop strength and balance while moving, and before long, they will begin to squat. Squatting to pick up a toy is a 13-18 month milestone, which helps develop baby’s motor, sensory, and play skills. Learn more about squatting! When will … Continued
When Can Baby Climb Stairs and How Can You Keep Them Safe?
Wondering when do babies climb stairs? As baby gets better at walking, they’re able to do more on their feet. That includes going up and down stairs! Learn more about when baby is able to go up and down stairs, and how to help baby master this milestone. Also, learn some safety tips for baby … Continued
Freedom in Play: Testing Boundaries During Baby Playtime Can be a Good Thing
As a parent or caregiver, you probably look for all the ways to lessen risk while your baby plays. You may often catch yourself saying things like “Be careful!” or “Don’t do that!” because you’re a good parent and you just want your little one to be safe at all times. Some emerging research shows … Continued
It’s Time for a Big Kid Bed! When to Move Baby Out of Crib
It’s a big step when baby is ready to transition out of their crib! But when is the right time? And how can you make the transition as smooth as possible? Find out more! When to move baby out of the crib? Transitioning out of the crib is not a milestone, so there isn’t a … Continued
Baby is Coming Home from the NICU! How to Prepare
Baby is coming home from the NICU! When baby is released from the hospital after spending time in the NICU, it is so exciting (and overwhelming) to welcome them home. So how can you best prepare to bring baby home after being discharged from the NICU? Why would baby be in the NICU? There are … Continued
What is the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit? Learn More About the NICU
Sometimes when baby is born, they require special care after birth. There are many different things they may need help with, and there are many different reasons why. But usually if baby needs medical support after birth, they will go to the neonatal intensive care unit, also known as the NICU. If baby is in … Continued
Is Baby Premature? How the Pathways.org App Can Help Track Baby’s Development
If baby was born premature, it can be more challenging to track their development. You may have questions about which milestones baby should be reaching, or how you can encourage them to work towards other milestones. But with the help of the FREE Pathways.org Baby Development App, tracking milestones and abilities is easier than ever—even … Continued
How Baby Can Get the Tummy Time They Need While in the NICU
It’s recommended for all babies that they do Tummy Time as soon as they are born, but can baby do Tummy Time in the NICU? Tummy Time is one of the best exercises for baby! It helps with motor development and strengthens head, neck and shoulder muscles. Tummy Time also can help prevent positional plagiocephaly … Continued
Should Baby Have More Well-Baby Visits If They Were Born Premature?
For every baby, well-baby visits are important check-ins with baby’s healthcare providers. Should baby have more visits if they were born premature? The short answer is no, if they are progressing in their development then they can follow the typical schedule of recommended well-baby visits. The AAP recommends these visits at 3-5 days, 1 month, … Continued
How to Prepare for a Well-Baby Visit if Baby is Premature
Well-baby visits are important check-ups with baby’s healthcare provider to make sure they are developing on track and to answer any questions you may have. If baby is premature, there may be a few extra things to consider for baby’s appointment! Here are some ways to prepare for a well-baby visit (or any appointment with … Continued