Supporting families through science-based parenting
I am going to break from my typical educational content on this blog and (hopefully) provide a useful tool for expecting parents. When you find out you’re having a baby, you likely go into “list generation mode,” thinking of all the things you need to do and the things you need to buy. This reaction … Read More
Before becoming a new mom, I was a creature of habit. I love a good schedule, thrive on a routine, and have a deep appreciation for predictability in my day. When my son was born, I naturally thought I would take my love of predictability and apply it to our lives. We’d have nap time, … Read More
If you’re the parent of a child between about 2 and 4 years old, it’s more than likely that you’re thinking about toilet training. In fact, you’re probably not just thinking about it, you may be doing it, considering doing it or even obsessing over it. Once a few years of seemingly endless diaper changes … Read More
Toddlers aren’t much for sitting down and having long conversations about their day. In fact, it may seem difficult to learn even the most basic information about what your child does, likes and thinks. This type of reciprocal conversation requires some pretty complex skills that most toddlers have yet to master. The type of language … Read More
If you’re the parent of a toddler, your days are filled with the word “no:” both your child saying the word to you and you saying it to them. Your day is also likely filled with activities, routines, and movement, all of which you need your toddler to agree to in order to maintain some … Read More
We all dread the day – whether your baby goes to daycare at 3 months old or starts preschool at 3 years old, the idea of sending your little one off into the care of someone you don’t know can be devastating. No matter how much research you do on the quality of the care … Read More
I often get asked about alternatives to screen time. With the pandemic still among us and lots of variation in childcare availability, many parents find themselves at home with their children, trying to stay productive and happy. Screen time is absolutely okay in moderation, and for the 2 to 5 age group, one hour or … Read More
Feeding baby is at the top of every mama’s mind as soon as their new human enters the world. And there are all different ways to feed your baby. If pumping is part of your feeding journey, this blog is for you. Like most new moms, when I was pregnant, I figured I would try … Read More
This blog can be relevant for any age, but I’ve chosen the toddler group because I think the ages from about 16 months to about 2.5 years can be the most challenging age group to fly with. At this age, your little one has just enough language and mobility to be dangerous but can’t yet … Read More
You know the scenario: You’ve prepared a healthy meal and think to yourself “this will finally be the night we’ll all sit together and eat. No fussing, no crying, everyone eating many bites of food, laughing, talking about our day……” BUT your toddler has other plans. If your life is any bit as crazy as … Read More