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“At What Age…?” Baby Milestones You Don’t Always Hear About

Jan 09, 2021

Do you ever ask your friends "At what age did your baby..."? Discover several baby milestones you don't always hear about! Flip through any baby book, and you'll likely find baby milestones down to the month or even week. We parents like to know whether our babies are on track or if we should worry about potential delays. And sometimes we just need guidance on what to encourage them to do next. Except not all milestones make the cut, particularly practical, everyday ones we should also be on the lookout for. These are the sorts of questions that pop up when you see another baby the … [Read more...]

Stop Comparing Your Child to Others

Development

Jan 08, 2021

It's so easy to compare children, whether their milestones, achievements or interests. But here's why we need to stop comparing kids and what you can do instead. I jinxed myself, again. I was just beginning to think my toddler's tantrums didn't seem as terrible as in the past. And of course, he threw an all-out, can't-catch-my-breath tantrum in what should've been a fun birthday party. We had to listen to him cry the whole ride home—through traffic, of course—before he calmed down. All the while, I noticed how his cousin and birthday boy was laughing with family, sharing toys and … [Read more...]

Want the Best Transition Sippy Cup? Start with These Options

Eating

Nov 26, 2020

Want to transition your baby from bottle to sippy, or from sippy to a regular cup? Check out these options for the best transition sippy cup. From messes to your baby's outright rejection, it's not always easy to transition him into using a sippy cup. Maybe the one you tried keeps spilling, or he still prefers his bottle over the cup. Perhaps the one you have makes the liquid come out too fast, or he pushes the spout out of his mouth. It doesn't help when you're so over using bottles (and cleaning the zillion bottle parts). Or maybe you're looking for the best transition sippy cup to … [Read more...]

8 Tips for Your Child’s First Haircut at a Salon

Development

Nov 15, 2020

Getting a haircut at a salon can be overwhelming for kids. Learn how to make your child's first haircut at a salon a fun experience. There was no denying it: My son needed a haircut. I'd been saving a ton of money by avoiding the salon, but my home cuts just aren't, well... cutting it anymore. It was time for his first haircut at a salon. I avoided formal haircuts for over two years, thanks to the texture of his wavy hair that hid even the most lopsided, uneven haircuts I gave at home. But when a heat rash showed up on the back of his neck, I knew there was no way I'd be able to snip off … [Read more...]

10 Ways to Encourage Fine Motor Skills for 5 Year Olds

Activities

Oct 20, 2020

Fine motor skills activities for 5-6 year olds are important as kids enter kindergarten. Encourage hand dexterity—even with an active child—with these fun activities! If you're like most parents, how your child holds a pencil may not be top of mind. But once she enters kindergarten, you suddenly notice how well the other kids hold theirs in comparison. You also realize that she can't write her name well, much less cut with scissors (and forget about pulling a zipper). Come to think of it, you don't even know what her dominant hand is yet. Or perhaps it's the opposite: you're well … [Read more...]

What to Do When Your Child Doesn’t Like What Other Kids Typically Do

Development

Sep 22, 2020

It can feel worrisome when you see your child not interested in things other kids seem to love. Here's what to do when your child doesn't like what other kids typically do. My family got together at my mom's house for a little swim party. "Perfect!" I thought. "This will be a great opportunity for the kiddo to splash around in the pool." With his swim shorts and sunscreen packed and ready, we headed to my mom's. Except when we arrived, he took one look at the pool and belted, "No—don't want to swim!" I wasn't too surprised. He had been fighting a few of his baths, crying if even a few … [Read more...]

7 Easy Ways to Transition to a Sippy Cup

Eating

Jun 25, 2020

Looking for ways to transition from a baby bottle to a sippy cup? Learn easy ways to transition to a sippy cup and the best time to start. I was introducing my then-infant son to a sippy cup and bought what I thought was the fanciest cup ever. It came insulated, had handles (with an option to remove them!) and was covered with a metal casing. Well... that cup with the heavy metal casing? I accidentally dropped it right on my big toe, sending me yelping and hopping through the kitchen. And that was me. I imagined how terrible it would've been if that heavy cup had slipped out of my … [Read more...]

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