Let’s preface this article with the fact that there is really no “normal” in the toddler world. When we look at developmental milestones, the context of the whole child is always the first and foremost thing we see. The other thing about toddlers is that for the immense brain development that’s happening, it’s mostly about relational concepts. […] More
You made a very wrong turn at the grocery store, and are now headed straight towards the cookie aisle. Your toddler’s already half-way to cranky and the sight of colorful cookies covered in chocolate and icing pushes her over the edge. You brace yourself as she whales, “Cookie now!” Her back arches, her fists flail […] More
Whether it’s your first baby or it’s just been awhile since you’ve dealt with teething troubles, when your child starts showing those first signs of cutting a new tooth, you may be wondering what to expect next. Read on for a comprehensive guide on what to expect when your baby starts teething, how you can effectively […] More
Although the ideal food for infants is breast milk, not all moms get in the position of nursing their toddlers. Therefore they must nourish their baby’s with infant formula. Besides, infant food formulas are the preferred source of nourishment during the first 12 months of a baby’s life and are obligatory meeting a specific standard […] More
Whether your little one is in the terrible twos, or maybe is a threenager (or that beloved third scenario where the terrible twos have hit around age one. . .), there’s sure to be meltdowns happening. And these are inconsistent, some days will be blissful, other days pure rage. Every child’s temperament is different, as […] More
So, we know that toddler brains- and more accurately age 2-6- are largely operating in alpha and theta frequencies (decreases dramatically by the time we reach adulthood). These are the frequencies adults achieve in hypnosis and meditation. They are highly suggestible frequencies which is why we say little ones “absorb things like a sponge”, because […] More
Exploring other options of education as your toddler grows up? This article explains a new(ish) method of teaching that is steadily growing in popularity as more parents learn about it. This method is a stark contrast from the traditional ‘cookie cutter’ style of teaching we have seen over the decades from our factory style school […] More
