There’s a moment many parents recognize: your child finally cracks the reading code. They sound out words, finish early readers with confidence and proudly announce, “I can read by myself now.” It feels like a win … until the nightly… read more
Kids
Using Humor to Diffuse Meltdowns
The average 4- to 6-year-old laughs about 300 times a day, according to Psychology Today. This belly laugher is often what we look forward to most in the day — our main goal is to make a smile flash across… read more
Nurture Connections With the Five Love Languages
Just like adults, Gary Chapman’s Five Love Languages can apply to children. Learning to identify and understand how your child receives love can help make your relationship with your child even more meaningful. Though you might feel that you are… read more
Got Milk? The Growth of Calcium Deficiency in Children
Calcium deficiency in children is a growing trend worldwide, including in the United States. A study published in the journal Pediatrics showed that most children over 8 years old do not get a sufficient amount of calcium, which could increase… read more
Wondering How to Find the Perfect Sport for Your Child?
Organized sports are a big part of childhood for many families. Sports teach children valuable lessons such as teamwork, camaraderie, how to lose gracefully, hard work, commitment and leadership. But what if your child isn’t interested in soccer or flag… read more
The Importance of Teaching Body Positivity
Children learn how to operate in the world based largely upon the influence of their parents and the examples they set. American culture and media messages place emphasis on certain (often unhealthy) body ideals that children may internalize. By discussing… read more
Setting House Rules for Kids in the New Year
The start of a new year is the perfect time to instill some new family rules and expectations. Even the best-mannered children need a reset and a friendly reminder of house rules. The beginning of the year is a great… read more
How to Stop Holiday Greed
It is easy to say that we won’t get caught up in the craziness of the holidays and give in to the classic "I want" and “give me” requests. But before we know it, it becomes harder to say no… read more
3 Ways to Teach Your Kids Thankfulness
It is no secret that parents want to set good examples for their kids. Well, monkey see, monkey do! Being an excellent role model for your kids will encourage them to be superb citizens, too. And, as a parent, you… read more
Autumn Adventures: A Fall Bucket List for Kids
With the weather cooling down and the leaves changing color, it is the perfect time to round up the kiddos for spooky season activities. This fall bucket list for kids combines fun, learning and new experiences to embrace the fall… read more
