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6 Sensory Movements to Improve Your Child’s Sleep
6 Sensory Movements to Improve Your Child’s Sleep

We found a way to give your child exactly what they’re needing, all while eliminating the bedtime battle and preparing for a night of blissful sleep. 

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parentingTaylor PeekApril 14, 2025sensory, sleep, parentingComment
7 Tips for Talking to Your Child About Grief
7 Tips for Talking to Your Child About Grief

As parents and caregivers, it's our responsibility to help children navigate the emotions and questions that come with life, including death. But how do we approach it? Here are some helpful tips on how to have these conversations with your little ones.

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parentingAuntie AngieApril 11, 2025grief, death, parentingComment
What Makes a Great Daycare Feel Like Home for Kids
What Makes a Great Daycare Feel Like Home for Kids

When you're little, home is more than just where you sleep and eat. It's the place where everything feels safe and familiar. So, when kids go off to daycare, it can feel a bit scary at first. They're in a new place, around new people, doing new things. But here’s the cool part: some daycares manage to feel almost just like home.

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parentingAlexandra HoffmanApril 4, 2025daycare, parenting, childcareComment
Five Ways to Help Children Fall in Love with Nature
Five Ways to Help Children Fall in Love with Nature

Children need to fall in love with nature because when we love something, we instinctively protect it. So, how can we nurture this love in children? Here are five ways to help.

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parentingAnna SmithersJanuary 22, 2025nature, parentingComment
Which Screen-Free Toy Is Best? A Holiday Look at Tokidos, Toniebox, and Yoto
Which Screen-Free Toy Is Best? A Holiday Look at Tokidos, Toniebox, and Yoto

Choosing the perfect gift for your child during the holiday season can be tricky. Parents want something that’s fun, engaging, educational and—ideally—screen-free. Three products are leading the way for innovative, educational play this year

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parentingAlexandra HoffmanDecember 19, 2024playcubes, toddler, toddler productsComment
Easy as ABC: 10 tips to help your little one learn their letters
Easy as ABC: 10 tips to help your little one learn their letters

Learning the alphabet is one of the first big milestones in a child’s educational journey. It goes beyond just recognising letters—it sets the stage for a lifetime of reading, writing, and communication skills.

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parentingSarah TinneyDecember 17, 2024ABC, PARENTING, literacy, readingComment
Boost Early Literacy: 3 Essential Tips Every Parent Should Know
Boost Early Literacy: 3 Essential Tips Every Parent Should Know

Did you know that children as young as three years old can learn to read if taught using the correct strategies with structured literacy instruction?

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parentingMaggie JamersonDecember 9, 2024early literacy, literacy, reading, parentingComment
It’s the Quality of Time that Matters
It’s the Quality of Time that Matters

The foundation for healthy bonding is quality time spent together with our children no matter their age.

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parentingAngela M. SmithDecember 6, 2024parentingComment
10 Tips for Getting Ready for Christmas Photos with a Baby and Toddler
10 Tips for Getting Ready for Christmas Photos with a Baby and Toddler

Christmas is a magical time of year, and there’s no better way to capture the joy of the season than through festive photos of your little ones. However, taking family photos with a baby and a toddler can be a challenge.

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parentingAlexandra HoffmanDecember 5, 2024parenting, christmas, christmas photosComment
The Top 10 Ways to Encourage STEM Learning at Home
The Top 10 Ways to Encourage STEM Learning at Home

There are many ways to promote STEM learning at home. The following methods can help you kickstart a fun learning journey for your child as they explore the world of STEM, which is essential for digital-age learners living in rapidly advancing environments!

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parentingCherie Lebron M.Ed.December 5, 2024STEM, learning, STEM Learning, education, parentingComment
Supporting Children After a Loss: Top 10 Questions Answered
Supporting Children After a Loss: Top 10 Questions Answered

Here are some of the questions that many parents have asked me over the years when they want to talk about death with their kids.

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parentingAuntie AngieOctober 28, 2024loss, grief, supporting childrenComment
Why Bilingualism is a Superpower for your Family: 10 Amazing Benefits of Language Learning for Little Ones
Why Bilingualism is a Superpower for your Family: 10 Amazing Benefits of Language Learning for Little Ones

In today's increasingly globalized world, raising bilingual children is more than just a trend—it's a valuable investment in their future.

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parentingKatharine CanningsOctober 24, 2024children, parenting, billingualComment
Top 5 Ways to Raise a Brave and Bold Kid
Top 5 Ways to Raise a Brave and Bold Kid

In today’s ever-changing world, raising children who are courageous and confident is more important than ever. Boldness empowers them to face challenges head-on, and bravery gives them the resilience to overcome obstacles. Here are five practical tips to help raise a brave and bold kid.

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parentingAndy CoatsOctober 23, 2024brave kid Comment
5 Tips for IEP Meetings In A New School Year
5 Tips for IEP Meetings In A New School Year

As a mom with experience on both sides of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) table, the new school year can bring confusion and frustration to both new families and those experienced with the special education process.

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parentingKatherine LockwoodOctober 22, 2024parenting, IEP, IEP MeetingComment
My New Favourite Product for Kids - PlayCubes!
My New Favourite Product for Kids - PlayCubes!

When I saw this product, I wanted to share with every parent and teacher immediately! This is one of the coolest toys/learning tools I’ve seen in a long time.

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products for toddlers, parentingAlexandra HoffmanOctober 21, 2024playcubes, products, products for kidsComment
The Power of a Fresh View: Why Lens Shift Matters in Parenting
The Power of a Fresh View: Why Lens Shift Matters in Parenting

A lens shift offers a new perspective: children are seen not as individuals to be controlled but as people with valid emotions and thoughts who deserve respect.

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parentingShana RobertsOctober 21, 2024parentingComment
13 Tips to Get Motivated
13 Tips to Get Motivated

Motivation, like balance, is a moving target and will ebb and flow, just as our life does. Look at this handy list, utilize the suggestions, and you will be back on track in no time!

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Mental Health, MentalHealth, Mindfulness, WellnessG. Brian BensonOctober 18, 2024motivation, wellness, self-care Comment
10 Tips to Help Kids Cope During and After Hurricanes
10 Tips to Help Kids Cope During and After Hurricanes

If your family has been impacted by these storms—or even if your child is just hearing about them on the news—you might be wondering, "How do I talk to my child about something like this?" 

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parentingAuntie AngieOctober 17, 2024hurricane, tips, parentingComment
5 Ways to Make the Most of Story Time for Your Child’s Speech Development
5 Ways to Make the Most of Story Time for Your Child’s Speech Development

Bath time is finished, lights are low, and it’s time to curl up with your child in your favorite reading chair. This routine has become the sweetest part of your day and when you feel most connected with your child. While in this comfortable state, there are a few stress-free ways to make the most of story time.

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parentingClare Short, M.Ed. CCC-SLPOctober 16, 2024storytime, speech developmentComment
Raising Future Voters: Five Tips to Instill Honor and Good Values in Children
Raising Future Voters: Five Tips to Instill Honor and Good Values in Children

There is no question that we are living through a history-making election cycle with many twists, turns, and tragedies. As we look toward the future, raising informed and responsible voters is crucial for the health of our democracy.

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parentingSheri WallOctober 15, 2024votingComment
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