I try to limit the number of toys that we have in our household. I'm not perfect - we honestly have way more toys than we need, but I do my best. Studies have shown that kids (and parents) are happier and more creative when they have less stuff. When I do shop for toys, I try to choose good quality toys that are able to be used in multiple ways. Wooden toys in particular are great for this as they … [Read more...]
Tooth Brushing Tips for Children
Brushing teeth throughouly is hard. Brushing someone else's teeth - while they cry, wiggle, and whine is even harder! Oral hygeine is so important for your child's overall health, yet it can be so difficult to take care of them properly when your child wants nothing to do with it. Luckily, this ultimate roundup of tooth brushing tips for children is packed full of games, crafts and products … [Read more...]
The Best Nontoxic Baby Playmats
Baby playmats, although not 100% necessary, make a cute accesory to any baby friendly household. They add extra cushion and support to sedentary babies, and an extra layer of protection for those learning to crawl and walk. Unfortunately, many baby mats contain materials and chemicals that have not been proven safe for use around babies. This is especially problematic as many of the most popular … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Introduce STEM to Toddlers
Toddlers are amazing. They absorb everything just like little sponges. Research has even shown the during the first five years our brains develop the most rapidly and shapes the way we learn and suceed in school and life. And in recent years, STEM activites (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) have really come center stage.Is it any wonder that parents are spending more and more money on … [Read more...]
How to Make Teeth Brushing Fun for Toddlers
Getting toddlers to do anything they don't want to do is a challenge. And why wouldn't it be? Toddlers are just starting to notice they are a seperate person than their parents and that (gasp!) they can say no to things they don't want to do (and sometimes no to things they do want to do). This is fine for some things, but other things such as brushing their teeth are non negotiable. But how do … [Read more...]
- 1
- 2
- 3
- …
- 20
- Next Page »
Recent Comments