We wait eagerly for our child's first steps and words, but there are also many adorable milestones that can be happening right under our adoring eyes. That's because motor skills and language don't develop overnight. There are many small changes (even the way he blinks his eyes and crinkles his nose) that are actually the foundation of bigger victories. Here are some of those … [Read more...] about Little baby milestones that mean a lot
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How to do Baby Massage
Baby massage is a new parent's secret weapon. It can calm your baby when he's extra fussy, and soothe him to sleep after an overstimulating day. It can help relieve colic, and has also been known to help premature babies gain weight faster! But most of all baby massage is a way for parents and baby to bond. Your baby's sense of touch is one of the first senses to be … [Read more...] about How to do Baby Massage
Toddler Won’t Talk? 4 Facts for Worried Parents
Some babies start talking as early as 9 months old; others (to the worry of their chagrin of their parents) can only manage garbled words and sounds even by their second birthday. While delayed speech can be an early sign of a developmental disorder, in many cases it's a classic case of miscommunication: parents don't recognize the 'first signs of speech' or the child … [Read more...] about Toddler Won’t Talk? 4 Facts for Worried Parents
10 Tips for Dealing with Toddler Anxiety
'Mommy, there's a monster under my bed!' Many children suddenly develop fears about sleeping alone. The good news is that these anxieties are not only normal but a part of healthy emotional and cognitive development. Your child will outgrow these fears, especially if we parents understand them and give them the best possible support. Here are ways of addressing your child's … [Read more...] about 10 Tips for Dealing with Toddler Anxiety