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March 27,2018

Dental checkups for children

August 30, 2017 In General Oral Health WHY KIDS DENTAL CHECKUPS ARE IMPORTANT Why are dental checkups for kids important? Because as soon as your kid has teeth, they can get cavities. That’s why regular checkups in early childhood—in addition to good dental hygiene habits taught at home�

March 07,2018

Choosing the right formula for your baby

Baby formulas Baby Formula Buying Guide May 2016 Consumer Reports no longer updates this product category and maintains it for archival purposes only. Getting Started If you don’t breast-feed, need to supplement breast-feeding, or decide to wean your baby before age 1, you’ll need to giv

February 23,2018

Fun Fine Motor Activities to do with your child!

Fun Preschool Activities That Develop Fine Motor Skills By Liesl Facebook Pinterest Twitter Email Today we wanted to share some fun activities for preschoolers that can help develop their fine motor skills. Why is it important for children to develop their fine motor skills? Being able to pick up s

February 22,2018

Introducing solids to your baby

The New Rules of Introducing Solids to Your Baby We turn the tables on everything you (and your mom) thought you knew about feeding your baby. Tags: Baby Food By Nicci Micco JEANINE HENDERSON When my son Jules was 5 1/2 months old, I visited a lactation consultant for help with a stressful milk-s

February 21,2018

Association of a Full-Day vs Part-Day Preschool Intervention With School Readiness, Attendance, and Parent Involvement Arthur J. Reynolds, PhD; Brandt A. Richardson, BA; Momoko Hayakawa, PhD; Erin M. Lease, MA; Mallory WarnerRichter, MPP; Michelle M. Englund, PhD; Suh-Ruu Ou, PhD; Molly Sullivan, MP

February 16,2018

How to teach your child(ren) about feelings

9 Ways To Teach Children About Feelings Some links on this site are affiliate links and I may earn a small commission to keep this site running at no cost to you. I often tell my children to use their words when they are upset. I assume they know what they are feeling and can […]

February 15,2018

4 Sleep Solutions for your Preschooler’s Bedtime

Good Nights: 4 Sleep Solutions for Your Preschooler’s Bedtime Help your preschooler get to bed (and stay there) without a major fuss. By Janna Oberdorf from Parents Magazine Facebook Pinterest Twitter Email Does Your Child Get Enough Sleep? Jenny Risher When your child doesn’t well, you

February 13,2018

Valentine’s Day Dinner and Snack/ Treat ideas

So many yummy and delicious meals and treats…which one will you pick?!?!? The link below has many ideas: http://www.pbs.org/food/valentines-day/

February 12,2018

Stranger Safety

Security Check: 5 Rules for Stranger Safety Worried your child might misinterpret well-intentioned warnings about strangers, secrets, and other safety issues? Learn how to talk to kids about strangers to they’ll be safe, not scared. By Liza N. Burby from Parents Magazine Facebook Pinterest Tw

February 07,2018

Winter Storm Safety Tips

Winter Storm Safety Safety Tips Avoid going outside and be aware of downed lines and poles if you must be outdoors. Keep trees trimmed, to prevent limbs and branches from falling on power lines. Use a broom to keep natural gas meters and piping clear during the winter. Never use a shovel, ice chippe