Wrinkled and tiny, though fortunately not green, your newborn may resemble the wise Jedi master, Yoda, in more than just looks. The overwhelming feeling of love and tenderness becoming a parent instills is not surprising. We feel it instantly and know to expect it from the testimony of countless others on becoming a parent. But the […]
Between buying clothes sized for babies a whole year older and all of the statistics on infant and childhood obesity rising, you might be beginning to worry about your little one’s fourth chin. But are those pudgy little wrists that look like they’re tied with string something to truly fret about or can you just […]
You know how on airplanes the safety video says that in case of cabin pressure loss adults should use the oxygen mask before placing it on a child? Parents really need to hear this reminder. The arrival of a baby usually signals the moment for the parents when their needs take a backseat to their […]
Between the ages of one and three your toddler is rapidly developing into a whole little person. She’s likely learning to move around the world and to communicate her desires. He’s probably coming up against the edges of his universe daily, testing boundaries. As they refine these skills, it is the perfect time to introduce […]
Scholars, philosophers, neurologists and the like have spent centuries trying to understand why we dream and what our dreams mean. Why? Well, we spend a great deal of time sleeping (or at least we want to!) and we can experience some pretty incredible stuff while dreaming. During the 1970s, Ann Faraday, a British psychologist, became […]
From your golf game to your kids’ video gaming console, most activities of interest require a level mastery that can be attained by following some guidelines that are designed to make you better at…well…pretty much anything! That’s right, as it turns out, the ways to achieve mastery of anything are shared between lots of different […]
Once upon a time, we’re talkin’ the Middle Ages here, left-handed kids were thought to be possessed by demons and were put to death. Lucky for you, and your left-handed kid, we’ve become increasingly aware of the awesomeness that left-handed people possess! August 13 is National Left Handers Day and we’ve come a long way […]
If you’re pregnant or trying to get pregnant, you’re probably familiar with folic acid benefits already. If not—read this and go out and get some immediately! Folic acid (vitamin B9) helps our bodies regenerate new cells for healthy hair, skin, nails and much more. It’s recommended that all women of childbearing age take 400 mcg […]
August 26 is Women’s Equality Day so we say it’s time to celebrate you! Along with that, we’re embracing your rich culture and Latina perspective and the ways you’re helping your kids get ahead. Successful children are inquiry-based learners. They feel empowered and able to design and create the future, becoming the movers and shakers […]