Ages & Stages

Fall weather is creeping in (very slowly) and the blazing heat is finally starting to go away. While this season is notorious for pumpkins, festivals and lots of themed events, sometimes we just needs simple ways to get the...

If you’re like me, you’re probably a little excited to have the kids back in school and returning to a routine… but not thrilled about the return of homework. Homework is hard for many kids during the school year, and it...

As your children begin the new school year here in the Sunshine State, there are more options than ever for how and where they learn. From online school at home to lucrative career training certifications starting as early as...

College application season’s coming up, and with it, the looming question: how am I going to finance my education? To most, the answer lies in some combination of savings, financial aid, and most significantly, debt.  Yet far too often, families...

Birthday parties are some of the most exciting experiences kids can have. These are events they’ll not only enjoy at the time, but ones they’ll also think back on fondly for years to come. That said, it’s pretty challenging...

As kids grow and develop, their motor skills are crucial in shaping their overall physical and cognitive abilities. Motor skills mean coordination and movement control and encompass gross motor skills (large muscle groups) and fine motor skills (precise hand and finger movements.) Engaging...

Recently two of our contributors got to experience the National Girl Scout Convention. This triannual convention is a meeting of Girl Scouts from around the world that includes National Counsel Sessions, friendship, connection, learning, exploration and so much more....

Getting your kids away from their screens and engaged with the real world has many physical, emotional, and mental health benefits. It can be challenging to compete with the bright, constantly shifting digital world their devices offer, though. Fortunately,...

In honor of World Breastfeeding Week and my birthday, we are giving away an incredible breastfeeding bundle to one lucky Central Florida momma! Rules: you must live in Central Florida you must comment on this post with the product you...

Back to School Must Haves With back-to-school prep in full swing, most moms are trying to find the best ways to make the transition from summer easy! We've rounded up some of our favorite must haves for the kids as...

Summer has flown by and now it’s time to return to the land of rules and routines. This transition doesn’t have to be fraught with despair if you take advantage of these easy back to school organizational tips brought...

It’s not just fun and games. Sports and extra-curricular activities play a crucial role in a child’s physical, social, and emotional development. For children with autism, these benefits can multiply, paving the way for improved motor skills, enhanced communication,...

Contributor, Kattie, breastfeeding her 4th child. Breastfeeding is almost always a hot topic of debate. The media loves to pit women against each other by insisting on formula only, breast only, or a mix of both to involve the partner....

Every year your children will receive a list of school supplies full of all the things they need for the next school year. Whether it was sent home at the end of the school year, received via email from...

As a parent, you're likely beginning to realize that technology will be a part of your kids’ life. The good news is that this prospect isn’t as negative as you may think. Many perks to technology can help your...