Toddler Milestones

Ms. Rachel shares three “Ps” for potty training: Practice, Patience and Play!

Learning to use the potty is an important milestone for children and a very personal one that’s different for every child and their family.

Why do toddlers mix up their words? The explanation is too sweet

From calling Rice Krispie treats "raspberry Christmas trees" to identifying a peppermint as a "hippo," their creative word associations often feel like riddles waiting to be solved.

8 Montessori-inspired phrases to use for each stage of potty training

The Montessori approach to potty training is SO much less stressful—and encourages your child's growing independence.

Separation anxiety: How my toddler (finally) adjusted to preschool

I am suddenly acutely aware of how fast he is growing up.

Mom explains how even 2-year-olds can do this helpful chore in viral TikTok

Mastering the art of toddler chores for the win.

Ms. Rachel explains the importance of speaking ‘parentese’ to littles: ‘This is not baby talk’

Parentese is shown to boost baby’s language development.

5 everyday opportunities to teach your toddler to talk 

If you’re struggling to find structured time to teach your little one to communicate–and eventually say their magical first words—the good news is that you don’t have to abide by any rigid schedule.

This TikTok ‘mobile changing station’ is a potty training game-changer

You'll never feel like you're being held hostage by potty training EVER AGAIN.

Preschool graduation is a bittersweet milestone

Sometimes, even the happy moments can bring us to tears because we are so invested in each phase of our child’s life.

Viral TikTok video captures the bittersweet emotions of saying goodbye to the baby crib

"Give one hug, one last hug to it."

I wasn’t prepared for the emotions of watching my child graduate preschool

If there’s anything that motherhood has taught me, it’s that what they say about blinking is really true. The next milestones and changes and seasons of parenting come before you are ready for them to. 

10 books for parenting toddlers that you need on your shelf for this big phase

From meltdowns to methods for potty training, toddler parenting requires all hands on deck and all the help you can get.

Yes, it’s normal if your baby doesn’t crawl

Experts weigh in to soothe your worries.

CDC and AAP just changed developmental milestone guidelines for the first time in decades

Here’s what parents need to know.

Ready to potty train? Here’s your shopping list

In the Parenting Olympics, Potty Training can be both a sprint and/or a marathon. Here's what you need to get it done.

5 lies about potty training I wish I never listened to

I had no idea what I was getting into when I started potty training, but I learned a lot during the process.

How to ease your toddler’s separation anxiety: 5 tips to better attachment

Toddlers are highly dependent on others for caretaking, and staying close to you is one of their biggest jobs.

Why isn’t my baby talking yet? 7 ways to encourage speech from a speech language pathologist

Worried about a possible speech delay? Deep breaths, mama. Here's what to know.

Your guide to age-appropriate responsibilities for toddlers to teens

When is your child old enough to choose their own clothes, make their own friends or clean their own messes? You might be surprised.

I miss you already, my baby—even though you’re right here

How can I miss you? You're not gone. Oh, but it's coming. I know it.