Ages & Stages

You, over there, with the whining child!! Oh, that’s me! I was in a very fun craft store the other day buying a birthday gift for a friend when my “angelic” four year old spotted the strategically placed toys at...

Getting accustomed to hearing aids can be challenging especially for kids. The world of hearing may be a whole new and scary experience for your impaired child, here are 5 ways to help your child adjust to hearing aids. As...

Being a sports mom is a unique and rewarding experience! It's a role that goes beyond cheering on my boys from the sidelines. It's about being their biggest supporter, their cheerleader, their sideline doc and sometimes, their therapist. As a...

We love putting together Easter baskets to our kids! Recently we have focused more on making non candy easter baskets. We have tried to get things they love, some necessary items, fun snacks and sometimes just silly gifts. Whether you love...

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...

With school back in session soon, kids will be spending more of their time completing schoolwork online, making it an important time to talk with your children about safety in the digital world. According to a recent survey conducted by...

  Lately, our lives have centered around FASHION. We have had to consider 5th grade graduation party dresses and shoes for the theme of “Hollywood Glam;” 5th grade graduation ceremony dresses and shoes; 8th grade social dresses and shoes; National...

  “Mary, Mary, quite contrary, how does your garden grow?” At least that’s how the nursery rhyme goes. With the pollen finally fallen and the birds nesting in the bough. There’s no time for resting, as far as the clear...

“I was the first person she saw when she came out.” This is how my husband, with a twinkle in his eye and a child-like grin, recounts the birth of our daughter. And, despite the fact that I endured 41...

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....

As parents, we obsess about whether or not our child is meeting milestones. I’m a first time mom and my son just turned 19 months old, which means we're almost at that "2 year mark". I’m also a constant...

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is one of the most common disabilities to date, impacting around 1% of the entire population. For many, ASD can create difficulties with communication, learning, and social interactions. With autism being a common diagnosis, it...

Summer is just around the corner, and with lots of fun to be had (hey, we are all making up for 2020), we don’t want any summer reading loss. We have lost enough with online school and quarantine, so...

When I was in elementary school I remember sitting through PTA meetings with my mom. I actually remember thinking that I couldn't wait to be a mom and be on the PTA. It just seemed so COOL.  That was in...

A school physical is more than just a routine doctor’s appointment. It’s a great way to get your child’s school year off to a healthy start. School physicals, also called well-child exams, allow your pediatrician or family provider evaluate your...