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Mothers

As a new mother, we recognize the enormity of what your body has gone through or will go through to welcome your child into the world. As you research and dive into how to care for your child, explore our library of content for mothers, which includes tips for caring for your child and your own body and mind.

Fathers

Most fathers have a natural instinct for problem-solving, so we provide the information and tools needed to understand what mom and baby need to thrive. We offer insight to help you anticipate and tend to your partner’s needs during pregnancy and beyond while also building a paternal bond with your child and helping them grow.

Grandparents

Welcoming a grandchild into the world is a wonderful thing. Discover tips and new techniques to help you grow in your new role as a grandparent and offer the unwavering support you want to provide to your own children as they become parents themselves.

Pregnancy & Postpartum

For first-time mothers, pregnancy can quickly become overwhelming as you experience new physical, mental, and emotional sensations with every new day. Even for moms who have been through it all before, each pregnancy may be unique and offer its own set of challenges. We offer unique tools and considerations to supplement your pregnancy journey and the information you need for a full postpartum recovery.

Newborns & Infants

We are here to support you as you bond with your new baby in the precious early days. Know what to look for with your baby’s development and how to maximize their progress while keeping things organized with our handy tools.

Toddlers & Pre-K

As your child grows, you’ll be constantly amazed at the developmental strides they make every single day. We’ll help you keep up with ideas for enriching your toddler’s development and sparking their sense of discovery and imagination, all while ensuring they continue to get their nutritional, emotional, and physical needs met.

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Candy-Free Easter Basket

Candy-free Easter basket ideas for the win!   This Easter season, go beyond chocolate with these candy-free Easter basket gift ideas for kids. From brain-teasing puzzles to hands-on STEM projects, I have curated basket ideas that will make this year’s Easter baskets exciting—without the need for a sugar rush. These

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3 Ways to Promote Your Child’s Learning

HOW CAN I ENSURE MY CHILD HAS THE BEST LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES?   Children’s learning environments should be welcoming—and offer a range of suitable options. With those two caveats in mind, there are three fundamental ways to promote your child’s learning:     1. BE INFORMED AND RESOURCEFUL   Reflect upon

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Reduce the Risk of Passing on Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)

There is finally a reason to know if you have Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD). While doctors are still preaching there is nothing you can do about PKD until kidney failure, there is finally a proven method to prevent the disease from being passed down to future generations.   If you

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3 Easy Ways to Paint With Toddlers

3 Easy Ways to Paint With Toddlers   Painting with toddlers doesn’t have to be complicated or messy! Encourage creativity with these three simple, low-mess painting tips. Toddlers can enjoy painting while also developing fine motor skills and learning about shapes and colors. Best of all, cleanup is easy for

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Modeling Language to Support Peer Interaction in Children

Language development is a crucial aspect of the early years of life; it forms the foundation for communication, social skills, and learning in general. At this stage little children are learning to interact with other children. We, as teachers and parents, as well as any other person who interacts with

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Cold or Ear Infection? How to Tell the Difference in Toddlers

Cold or Ear Infection? How to Tell the Difference in Toddlers   Seeing your child feel uncomfortable can create concern, especially when you’re unsure what you’re dealing with. After all, children under five years old can’t effectively tell you what’s hurting or what’s wrong.   One of the most common

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Candy-Free Easter Basket

Candy-free Easter basket ideas for the win!   This Easter season, go beyond chocolate with these candy-free Easter basket gift ideas for kids. From brain-teasing puzzles to hands-on STEM projects,

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paint sticks for toddler arts and crafts

3 Easy Ways to Paint With Toddlers

3 Easy Ways to Paint With Toddlers   Painting with toddlers doesn’t have to be complicated or messy! Encourage creativity with these three simple, low-mess painting tips. Toddlers can enjoy

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