Health Literacy for Kids: The Coziest First Step
What's something parents can do today to help there kids be healthier for the rest of their lives? They can snuggle up and read a favorite book. Really. Hear me…
What happens at the first pediatrician appointment for autism?
If you have wondered whether your baby or child has autism, a first step is often an evaluation in the pediatrician's office. Yes, it can be the same pediatrician that…
Outdoor Play: 50 Statistics and Quick Facts
Kids need time outside to play. Just how essential is time in nature? What difference does outdoor play make? Today’s post is a collection of statistics and facts about outdoor…
17 Gross Motor Activities for Your Infant (0-12 months)
Wondering what to do to help a baby's physical development? A baby uses gross motor skills when they use their large muscle groups. Think arms, legs, and trunk. So, how…
Tummy Time with an Umbilical Hernia (and 6 more Umbilical Hernia FAQ)
Maybe you've been told your baby has an umbilical hernia. You're not alone. Umbilical hernias in babies are pretty common. They appear like skin-colored lumps that bulge out at the…
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.…
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…