I don't know about you, but I find parenting in this age of screens is a bit crazy-making. One moment, I am relieved that my daughter is watching a video so I can take some time for myself. The next minute I'm being driven nuts by the pleas for more or frustrated that I can't get her attention. In my struggles and research, I have found these four steps to be quite … [Read more...] about Screens and kids: A radical vision of balance
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How to choose the best stroller: Part 2
By Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Newborns In part 1 of "Choose the best stroller" we covered the different types of strollers and how to make your shopping trip productive. Now let's examine the typical features and discuss how to choose the perfect stroller for your family. Common stroller features Strollers are available with a wide range … [Read more...] about How to choose the best stroller: Part 2
Are late-term babies born smarter?
Adding to the great induction debate A new study published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics suggests the length of your pregnancy may have an impact on baby’s brain. The research, led by Dr. David Figlio at Northwestern University, studied more than 1.5 million children in Florida. The three-year study involved single birth children born between 37 and 41 weeks gestation … [Read more...] about Are late-term babies born smarter?
The ‘best’ baby toys don’t do anything
This holiday, give little ones a gift that lasts a lifetime—imagination. Here's how: online pharmacy buy stendra online cheap pharmacy Parents instinctively want to provide the best toys for their little ones, but what makes a toy the “best”? Most early-childhood educators agree that when it comes to choosing toys for developing young minds, the simpler the better. Child … [Read more...] about The ‘best’ baby toys don’t do anything
How to choose the best stroller: Part 1
By Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Newborns A stroller is an important investment and one of the more expensive baby items you'll purchase. You will likely use it thousands of times, so take time choosing the right one. Let's start with an overview of the options here in Part One of a two part series that will help you decide which stroller will … [Read more...] about How to choose the best stroller: Part 1