A pregnancy…a proposal…a baby…a book…how it all began: Heidi Murkoff thought of the plan for What to Expect When You're Expecting during her first pregnancy. When searching to find answers to her questions in other pregnancy books, she failed to find the advice and reassurance she needed. Heidi made the proposal for What to Expect When You’re Expecting just hours before her daughter, Emma, was … [Read more...] about “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” and Beyond!
Parenting and Values
Should I let my young child always WIN at games?
I think every parent has wondered - "When playing games, is it OK to always let my child win?" When our children are old enough to begin participating in games with other adults, is it OK to allow them to win? The best answer is...SOMETIMES. My husband always wants to see our son's "DELIGHTED" face and mood when he wins at card games or board games. Yesterday, our son was given a checkers … [Read more...] about Should I let my young child always WIN at games?
5 Steps to Clean Teeth, Tooth Template, and a Daily Checklist Printable!
Teaching children to brush their own teeth is an important milestone. Beginning in infancy, parents should begin brushing for the child. As toddlers develop, they can begin placing their own hand over an adult’s hand to help brush. Allow young children to feel the bristles of the toothbrush and learn the motions necessary to brush effectively. 1. Apply a small (pea size) amount of … [Read more...] about 5 Steps to Clean Teeth, Tooth Template, and a Daily Checklist Printable!
At your wit’s end with a picky-eater? Things to consider…
Almost all children go through eating "phases" where they like some foods more than others. If your child's pediatrician indicates that development is fine (*note - the following suggestions will not apply to all children who have special needs or conditions that would need specialized care and training), it might just be a matter of waiting it out while encouraging them to TRY foods they are … [Read more...] about At your wit’s end with a picky-eater? Things to consider…
Do you negotiate, plead, or bargain over EVERY issue with your child?
In the back-to-school rush of the morning, the last thing parents (and kids, too) need is to end the morning angry with each other. Helping our kids understand household rules and what choices they DO have will have an impact on how smoothly the household operates. Children and Choices All kids need choices to learn how to be independent. It is about giving them easy, age-appropriate … [Read more...] about Do you negotiate, plead, or bargain over EVERY issue with your child?
Teaching Kids Conservation Skills to Protect Tomorrow’s Resources!
The current state of the US economy provides a great "discussion" starter for parents who wish to teach their children conservation skills. The rush of immediate gratification has failed not only our Government, but our cities, communities, neighborhoods, and homes. Teaching our children how to responsibly use resources and materials TODAY, will help ensure a brighter future for tomorrow's … [Read more...] about Teaching Kids Conservation Skills to Protect Tomorrow’s Resources!