As new parents, you may have researched and prepared for the massive life transition that was on the horizon with the birth of your first child. Young children need preparation in much the same way when a new baby is entering the family. All of the newborn characteristics and behaviors that we take for granted Read More
Parent Tips
Home For The Holidays
The holidays are filled with many opportunities for family fun from craft markets to parades to family gatherings. Very young children can become quickly overwhelmed with all of the extra activities which might make that family picture more of a disaster than a keepsake. Disrupted sleep schedules, extra sights and sounds, shopping, increased outings, new people Read More
Container Play
Young children love putting things in and dumping them out of containers! This type of play can help your baby develop fine motor skills like picking up and letting go, as well as hand– eye coordination and basic, early math skills related to size and space. The skills your child needs for container play emerge Read More
Early Math Skills
In October 2022 the New York Times reported that student math skills fell in nearly every state, highlighting one of the consequences of the pandemic. Remember though, that your young children, even before they start school, are already learning math! There are many things you can do at home that will support early math skills—things Read More
Singing to Your Baby
A recent study indicates that singing to your baby can positively affect their social development! You do not have to be a great singer for your baby to benefit from hearing you sing. The study showed that it is not your skill as a singer, but rather the predictable rhythm of the song that matters. Read More
Period of Purple Crying
One of the most challenging components of newborn parenting is the amount of time your new baby may spend crying. It is entirely normal for newborns to cry anywhere from 2-5 hours in a 24 hour period. That combined crying time can include small crying sessions that add up throughout the day plus longer bouts Read More