Big Kid
(A)synchronicity
Asynchronous development can be worrisome and/or baffling, but it’s simply a difference that brings its own challenges and even joys.
Toddler
Stop Hitting Yourself!
My toddler has started to hit his head when he is mad. I’m concerned? Is this normal? What should I do? Is this a developmental red flag?
Baby
Attachment Parenting, Anxious Parenting
Should I be concerned that my baby will have different (but loving family) caregivers most days of the week? Will it cause attachment issues in my infant?
Young Child
Preparing Young Children For a Move
Our family needs to move; when and how should we tell our young daughter?
Toddler
On Toddlers & Four-Letter Words
Not surprisingly, my toddler is parroting everything I say. Including the curse words. Do I really need to watch my potty mouth? Is it too late?
Toddler
Getting to the Root of Fear and Bad Dreams
My preschooler is going through a phase where his fears and anxiety are keeping him and us up at night. How can we help my young child sleep soundly and feel safe through the night?
Toddler
Dispatches From Speech Delay Island
My son is about to be evaluated for a speech delay and I’ve never felt so alone.
Big Kid
The Unbearable Rightness Of Being
One of the hardest lessons for my teens is that, sometimes, there are some things more important than being right.
Parenting
The Kindergarten Transition of Doom
I enrolled my daughter in a kindergarten class that she hates. How can I make the transition easier for both of us?
Young Child
Look Ma, No Pants!
How in the world do I stop my 5-year-old from pulling his pants down on the playground??
Baby
Alpha Mom Book Club: The Whole-Brain Child Book Review & Discussion
We’re discussing The Whole-Brain Child for our parenting book club this month. It’s an engaging and informative read on how the brain develops and offers practical solutions for the most typical misbehaving issues, while explaining what is most likely going on in their brains that’s causing them to “lose their mind.”
Toddler
Pediatric Dentist Visit Disasters
My three year old refused to cooperate at the dentist and we ended up bailing on the visit. What can I do differently next time?
Young Child
Teaching Your Kids How To Care for Pets
Once kids are school-aged like mine, it’s reasonable to expect them to shoulder some pet care responsibility. However, keep in mind that, although they may want to handle something like the litter box or dog walking, they might not be ready just yet.
Toddler
Potty-Training Reset
When potty-training isn’t going well, is there ever a point where you should just pack it in and go back to diapers?
Toddler
Keeping Toddlers In Their Beds
It’s a herculean ordeal to keep our two-and-a-half-year-old daughter in her bed at bedtime. We’ve tried everything we can think of, so now what? We have some advice.
Young Child
Make Morning and Bedtime Routines Easier with a Chart (Free Printable)
Mornings and bedtimes with the kids easier when they use a chart so I can give fewer reminders.
Toddler
On Going Commando
My daughter insists she’s done with diapers but I’m not so sure. How do I know when it’s really time to ditch the nighttime pull-up?
Baby
Sleep Regressions & Physical Milestones
My baby has learned to stand up in his crib. Now how do I get him to lie back down and SLEEP?
Toddler
Bedtime Rebellion
When a formerly good sleep starts staying up later…and later…and later.
Toddler
Bright Kids, Hot Tempers
Why having a smart, verbal toddler isn’t a Get Out Of Jail Free card when it comes to less-than-desirable behavior.