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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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Why Childhood Friendships are Important for Development, and Ways Parents Can Help

Why Childhood Friendships are Important for Development, & Ways Parents Can Help By Kathy Diebold The Beatles were right- we can always get by with a little help from our friends. Growing up, I was very introverted and timid. At the age of six, my parents enrolled me in ballet

¿Primeras vacaciones en un hogar dividido? Cómo preparar a su hijo

Por la Dra. Lauren​ Starnes, vicepresidenta sénior y directora académica de Goddard Systems, LLC Las vacaciones pueden traer tanto emoción como estrés para todas las familias. Sin embargo, para las familias que organizan sus primeras vacaciones después de un divorcio o una separación, puede ser particularmente difícil. Desde remodelar las

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

We have lots of goodies for you with our First Time Parent Magazine 2022 Holiday Gift Guide. Plus some $$ saving tips and insights that help keep things special even if you are working with a budget. Photo by Leloo Thefirst, pexels CHILD * FASHION & BEAUTY * HOME Gifts

First Holiday in a Split Household? How to Prepare Your Child

Photo: pexels.com By Dr. Lauren​ Starnes, Senior Vice President, and Chief Academic Officer at Goddard Systems, LLC The holidays can bring both excitement and stress for all families. However, for families coordinating their first holiday after a divorce or separation, it can be particularly tough. From reshaping previous holiday traditions

Truffles and Muffins, Oh my!

Sneak healthy fruits and vegetables into tasty seasonal treats the kids will love! Requested guest post by Vanessa Gatelein, health coach at Juice Plus+ (Contains: Soy) Ahhhhh, the holidays…It’s the most wonderful time of year! With cooler temps setting in (depending on where you live), it’s the perfect time to

Keep Kid’s Smiles Healthy

Oral Care Experts at Red Seal Share Tips to Keep Kid’s Smiles Healthy Photo by Rene Asmussen from Pexels Cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Over half of children between ages 6 and 8 have had a cavity

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2022 Holiday Gift Guide

We have lots of goodies for you with our First Time Parent Magazine 2022 Holiday Gift Guide. Plus some $$ saving tips and insights that help keep things special even

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Truffles and Muffins, Oh my!

Sneak healthy fruits and vegetables into tasty seasonal treats the kids will love! Requested guest post by Vanessa Gatelein, health coach at Juice Plus+ (Contains: Soy)   Ahhhhh, the holidays…It’s

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Keep Kid’s Smiles Healthy

Oral Care Experts at Red Seal Share Tips to Keep Kid’s Smiles Healthy Photo by Rene Asmussen from Pexels   Cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases of

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