Getting your infant or toddler to fall asleep in the evening is one of the biggest challenges faced by parents (unless you’re one of the lucky ones whose baby loves to sleep). Luckily, many parents have suffered sleepless nights before you, and have learned a thing or two about helping babies sleep to pass along […]
4 min read
Mental health disorders like depression and anxiety are often thought of as adult problems, but unfortunately they affect many children too—although children may be less likely to talk about it or know how to deal with it. The Kids Mental Health portal said not meeting these needs head on could result in children growing up […]
4 min read
It has been a long debate whether to go cloth or disposable as far as diapers are concerned—and while they both have their pluses, cloth seems to be gaining popularity in recent years, especially with younger parents who strive to be environmentally conscious (not to mention parents who also prefer the style choices that come […]
4 min read
Not only can some sugary items cause your child to “crash” part way through the school day or lose focus, they can also add empty calories with little to no nutritional benefits. Here are six items to avoid tossing into your child’s lunchbox, even if your child puts up a fuss!
4 min read
Optimal snacks give kids more energy and help regulate mood, too. It’s hard for the little ones to manage their emotions when their blood sugar has taken a nosedive after a less-than-stellar snack. Here are 10 snack ideas that will give them energy and keep them happy from sunrise to sunset!
6 min read
While the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding until your child is the age of 6 months for optimal development, at some point around then your baby will likely start gravitating towards solid foods and want to cut their teeth (literally). There are two camps when it comes to introducing babies to solid foods, […]
4 min read