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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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Best Lifestyle Practices – Four Stages of the Menstrual Cycle

Supporting your well-being through the four stages of your menstrual cycle. Life happens. We understand the value of routine, but sometimes, routines need to be adjusted a little bit for maximum benefit. This is especially the case when it comes to understanding your menstrual cycle and making sure you are

Help a Child With Anxiety by Promoting Mindfulness

Help a Child With Anxiety by Promoting Mindfulness By Priya Kumari, Founder — Eternal Tree Books When kids come to their parents expressing fears or anxiousness about something, it’s common for parents to want to immediately reassure them that there is nothing to be fearful of. After all, because we

Pandemic Influence on Child Development: Get Back On Track

The Pandemic Affected How Our Kids Developed. How Do We Get Them Back On Track? By Bhavik Rathod and Tripti Ahuja — DIY.org With everything the pandemic irrevocably changed, its effect on childhood development remains one of the most problematic issues of them all. Dubbed the “Covid Generation,” children under

How Honoring my Kids’ Differences Helped Reveal their Strengths

By Lisa Richmond Recently I have come across a few quotes that have really stuck with me. “Every child has a different learning style and pace. Each child is unique, not only capable of learning but also capable of succeeding.” ~ Robert John Meehan. And, “If a child can’t learn

National Book Month

Autumn Book List – Our favorite books for this autumn! By Jill Kelsey With National Book Month being October, what better way to celebrate than our autumn reading lineup? Check out these current and upcoming titles we have discovered. We think that you and your children will enjoy them! Some

Children And The Loss of a Loved One

5 Tips to Help Kids Cope with Loss of a Pet or Any Loved One By Nadine Haruni The emotions children experience can be confusing for them, especially regarding grief. Helping a child cope with the emotions of grief and sadness can be especially comforting and allow the child to

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Autumn Book List – Our favorite books for this autumn! By Jill Kelsey   With National Book Month being October, what better way to celebrate than our autumn reading lineup?

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