child development

This stage will pass—so savor it, mama

Motherhood goes by in the blink of an eye.

3 easy steps to help you to handle the next toddler challenge

1. Acknowledge. 2. Connect. 3. Teach. You got this, mama.

Breastfeeding Beyond a Year

Hailey Andresen from Household Mag contemplates her own breastfeeding expectations.

Now the fun really begins: How to play with your curious 8-month-old

Expert tips to teach & play with your blossoming baby. 

Is that normal? How to stop worrying about baby milestones

On the road of parenthood, there will be many twists and turns. Embrace it—for your child’s benefit and yours, mama.

Should I have another baby? 5 questions to ask before growing your family

When baby fever strikes again, as yourself these questions.

How to leave gender assumptions behind—and love your unique child

Your message to your child, both implicitly and explicitly, should always be: “Any way you are is OK."

The ‘sensational’ tot: Recognizing—and dealing with—Sensory Processing Disorder

Worried something might be amiss with your child’s developing senses? Learn the ins-and-outs of SPD.

10 reasons why 2-year-olds are magical (not terrible)

7. They keep it real.

4 ways to encourage independent play for baby’s benefit—and yours

You have enough to do without being your tot’s source of entertainment 24/7. It’s time to let baby take the lead.

3 key ways you can raise a happy, confident child—with your praise

Learn to praise the process—less than the person. 

6 fun activities to inspire your tot’s creativity

Spark your little one's budding imagination with a few crazy-easy ideas.

4 solutions for the commitment-phobe mom

Bookmark these new mom must-haves before you change your mind.

Baby on the go! 8 things that happen when your child starts to walk

2. Even if you don’t support baby leashes, you begin to understand why people use them.

8 reasons prenatal vitamins are good for your future baby

You can promote baby’s health and development before you are even pregnant.

8 ways to discipline with authority—and love

Hint: It’s okay to say no.

6 healthy eating habits to start with your brand-new foodie

Sound advice on feeding your babe a healthy diet and taking time to enjoy this exciting (and hilarious!) phase.

7 secrets of a teacher mama: How I help my little one learn

Finding the balance between structure and free play is the key.

Calm mama: The 2 techniques that teach toddlers to handle their emotions

Two go-to moves for helping your tot express difficult feelings.

Q&A with Erika Christakis: The importance of being little—in the age of iPads

The verdict is in, mamas. It’s time to step back and let our little ones be, well, little.