Parents and teachers are partners, working together to help kids reach their full potential. That's why parent-teacher conferences aren't all about grades. Think of these meetings as powerful opportunities to learn more about the child's needs, strengths, and personality. Here are some tips to help you make the most of those PTCs. … [Read more...] about What to do at your child’s next parent-teacher conference
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Tips for making your own baby food
Is your baby ready for solids? It's cheaper and healthier to make your own baby food. You can use fresh, organic ingredients and minimize his exposure to salt and other preservatives. Plus, you can develop his tastebuds by offering different kinds of fruits and vegetables. Here are some tips. … [Read more...] about Tips for making your own baby food
Should parents invest in a DLSR?
It's understandable for hobbyist or professional photographers to invest in top-of-the-line camera equipment. But should parents—who really will be taking just pictures of their family—spring for the cost of even a starting level DLSR camera? Here are some benefits that can help parents decide if it's worth it for them. … [Read more...] about Should parents invest in a DLSR?
Should you let your baby watch TV?
There are so many educational videos, apps and even video games that are targeted towards babies. Moms are made to feel that these can boost intelligence and grab these opportunities to give their beloved kids a head start (pardon the pun) on numbers, letters, shapes. But experts recommend guidelines for how much media exposure a baby should get. … [Read more...] about Should you let your baby watch TV?
Help your child make new friends at a new school
Remember how stressed we would be at the start of the school year? We were worried about who our classmates would be, what they would think about us, and how to deal with the cliques and unspoken social rules? It's even more terrifying for a child who's transferred to a new school! Here's how to help her adjust. … [Read more...] about Help your child make new friends at a new school