How to Keep Kids Warm All Winter

December 10, 2019

This week’s tip was adapted from Healthy Children. As the seasons change, you might have questions about how to make sure your child is bundled up and ready to head outside. Read below for tips on how to keep your child warm all winter: Dress infants and children warmly for outdoor activities. Several thin layers…

How to Make a Sensory Travel Kit for Your Child

December 3, 2019

This tip of the week was adapted from Understood. Sensory overload can be difficult to manage when you are on the go. This is when a sensory kit can help! Read below to learn three different types of travel kits you can make with your kids. 1. Quick Trip Sensory Travel Kit When you go…

How to Raise Grateful Children

November 26, 2019

With the holidays around the corner, it’s a great time to give thanks and work on instilling a sense of gratitude in your child. Start with these tips to encourage your child to show their appreciation. 1. Lead By Example As with most things, kids learn from watching you. When a neighbor helps walk the…

How to Help Kids Deal With Embarrassment

November 19, 2019

This tip of the week was adapted from Child Mind Institute. For many children, embarrassing experiences can be very upsetting, and in some cases lead to serious issues like anxiety and avoidance. Although we cannot protect children from embarrassment, we can help them build resilience and the confidence they need to deal with it in…

How to Scaffold Your Child's Learning

November 5, 2019

Scaffolding is a technique parents can use in order to help children learn new ideas beyond what they already know. Similar to a scaffold outside a building, this technique helps children reach heights they wouldn’t have been able to reach on their own. Read below for a few tips on how to scaffold your child’s…

How to Keep Halloween Sweet (not spooky!) for Toddlers

October 29, 2019

This tip of the week comes from Motherly. With Halloween around the corner, well – meaning parents may be tempted to go to parades and costume parties and take advantage of what seems to be a dream holiday for kids. This article written by Dr. Tova Klein, Director of the Barnard Toddler Center, touches on…

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