The arrival of springtime brings exciting holidays like Easter that are perfect for toddler crafts, games and celebrations. From egg hunts to bunny snacks, there are so many festive ways to engage your active toddler with the rituals of the Easter season. This guide covers over...
As toddlers transition from infant sleep patterns to consistent nighttime slumber, frequent disruptions and wakings often try parents’ patience. Early bedtime battles and overnight calls asking for milk, cuddles and comfort grow increasingly exhausting. While frustrating, night wakings are developmentally normal and expected at this age...
Preschoolers love laughing, especially at silly jokes! Humor plays an important developmental role at this age as children begin grasping concepts like wordplay, absurdity and made-up scenarios. Sharing lighthearted jokes gives kids’ brains a workout in a fun, social way. The best preschooler jokes use simple...
As new parents gaze at their sleeping newborn, often the question arises - what's going on in that little head? While we can only speculate about infant dreams, research provides intriguing clues into the mysterious dream world of babies. Understanding what science reveals about early cognitive...
Getting toddlers to sleep through the night is one of parenting’s biggest challenges. Their transition from infant sleep patterns to consistent nighttime slumber can try any parent’s patience. While frustrating, disruptive sleep is developmentally normal for the toddler stage. The good news is you can take...
In today's world of constant stimuli and distractions, maintaining focus can be a real challenge for children. Their developing brains are wired to be easily diverted and crave novelty. While normal, lack of sustained focus in kids can lead to struggles with learning, task completion,...