Why Do Babies Flail Their Arms? All About Newborn Reflexes
Newborns are full of snuggles, wails, and wrinkly skin. They also have a bunch of funny movements. For example, parents may wonder why babies flail their arms out when surprised.…
A Key Way to Help Language Development in Early Childhood
“Ba.” “Oh, you want to read that book?” “Yahhhhh. Ba.” “Okay, let’s read the book.” If you have a toddler, maybe this kind of conversation sounds familiar. To an outsider,…
Physical Milestones for 5-year-olds: How Parents Can Help Kids Learn Outdoors
Updated December 2022 For many families, age 5 feels like a huge transition from toddlerhood to "big kid" status. Children this age are still learning and developing at an incredible…
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18-Month Motor Milestones, Achieved in the Outdoors
Updated February 2022 This post includes the updated milestones reflecting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) & American Academy of Pediatrics' evidence-informed developmental milestone update in February 2022.…
Preventing Burn Injuries in Children: New Microwaves May Help
When we think of burn injury in young children, we must think about the kitchen. I don’t mean to scare anyone. However, I do hope to add another level of…
Balls: An Ideal Toy for Every Stage of Development
Babies and kids really need very few physical things. I always hesitate when asked what products someone "should" buy for their children, especially when it comes to toys. However, there…
Children’s Developmental Milestones: What To Do If You’re Worried & How To Help
Many parents worry about their child's development. I've been asked to write more about children's developmental milestones and "when to worry." It’s a common concern and seems to cause a…
Ways to Prevent Poisoning At Home: For Young Children
If your child is mobile, it's time to think about making your home as safe as possible. Today, we'll focus specifically on preventing accidental poisoning at home. In other words,…
Television for Preschoolers: How to Find the Benefits
Many kids watch television at some point. Although the AAP recommends less than 1 hour per day of screen time (for children aged 2-5), it doesn’t mean that any screen…
Thoughts on Heavy Metals in Baby Foods
Maybe you’ve seen the headlines by now. There are toxic heavy metals in prepared baby foods. Even in organic prepared baby foods. The headlines are doing their job. We gasp.…