Why encourage your toddler’s imagination? The first few years of your toddler’s life are extremely important. All the things you and your toddler do together, from reading, singing, and playing to eating and walking, help to jump-start his brain. Involving … Read More
What to expect at this age “You can’t have it!” your child shouts as he grabs his toy truck from his playmate. No sooner have you smoothed out that squabble than another erupts. “No!” he yells as his visitor heads … Read More
What to expect at this age Maybe your preschooler ignores the word “no,” or maybe you’d just like to take a more positive approach to disciplining her. Luckily, there are plenty of alternatives to this overused command – and for … Read More
Your preschooler may not be ready to use manners flawlessly, but starting small now can really pay off later. Start with the basics. Saying “please” and “thank you” are fairly new skills to your preschooler, and they take time to … Read More
Kids who nibble on nutrient-rich foods from a young age are more likely to maintain those good habits later in life. Research shows that children who become overweight are more susceptible to weight-related health issues as adults. Although it can … Read More
Here are some ways to help encourage children to Manage there anger Accept anger as a normal emotion. Don’t respond to your children’s anger with outbursts of your own. Let your kids know when and why you are angry. … Read More
Healthy, growing babies usually do not need to be awakened to breastfeed or take a bottle. Check with your pediatrician about nighttime awakening if your baby is not doing the following: Growing and gaining weight steadily. Feeding well 8 to … Read More
By Tamara Vahn, PTS, PFS, HBBA You have decided you are ready to get fitter, stronger and healthier. Or perhaps you get to the gym and it’s so busy you can’t actually use the equipment you want to. Or … Read More
By Liz Bruckner on July 07, 2015 In the thick of potty training months, I was all about discussing bathroom words with my two oldest sons. Pee, poo, fart – you name it, we talked (and laughed) at length about … Read More
By Tamara Vahn, PTS, PFS, HBBA I’m sure every parent has heard the saying “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”. Maybe it was your parents standing over you with a pointed finger drilling it into your … Read More