The dreaded term and irritating remark– the “terrible twos.” According to Healthline, this stage of toddlerhood is when your child is learning to walk, talk, have opinions, experience emotions, and begin to understand how to share and take turns. Although trying, this is a normal developmental phase that often results in tantrums and defiant behavior.… Continue Reading
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Category Archives: Ages and Stages
Common Reasons Your Child Wets The Bed
Bedwetting, also called nighttime incontinence or nocturnal enuresis, is not uncommon in toddlers. According to AACAP, twenty percent of children wet the bed at the age of five. However, continued bedwetting past the toddler stage may be caused by an underlying issue rather than the occasional accident. There are several reasons your child wets the bed,… Continue Reading
The Importance of Play in Child Development
We’ve all heard “All work, no play” but for children, the play can also be the work. During childhood development, the activities that may seem less essential to us can have a big impact on their progress. Taking the time to understand the different meaningful aspects in a child’s day could make their actions even… Continue Reading
How Hormones Work: A Guide for Adolescents (and Parents)
Puberty is a time of intense change for adolescents. By learning how hormones work, parents and children can solve some of the confusion out of these developments. Parents will be able to understand further what their child is going through. From the beginning, a parent’s knowledge can give their child peace of mind as they… Continue Reading
6 Toddler Safety Tips
When your baby becomes a toddler, the new movement can provide new opportunities for safety issues. Learning what to watch out for is vital. Here, we provide you with six toddler safety tips to keep in mind. Toddler Safety Tips For You Each of these provides a shift in your mindset from when your child… Continue Reading
How to Pick the Best Sport for Your Child at Every Age
Despite what the temperatures say, fall is just around the corner, and with it comes the start of a new sports season. Participation in youth sports are a great way to help foster lifelong fitness, but if your child has never played a sport before all of the options can seem overwhelming. Children will naturally… Continue Reading
How to Babyproof Your Home
Before you bring your baby home from the hospital, you need to make sure that your home is a safe place for them. Some baby proofing should be done immediately, but some things can be put off until later when crawling and walking are imminent. If you’re not sure where to start, here are 15… Continue Reading
A Guide to the Stages of Adolescence
While entering the teenage years may be intimidating for both you and your child, understanding the ups and downs of the stages of adolescence can better prepare you to deal with any challenges. The Three Stages of Adolescence Each child is different, but you can generally expect the following changes during the three stages of… Continue Reading
Why Are Infant Immunizations Important?
National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is a week that happens each year that highlights the importance of vaccinating children two years and younger. This year NIIW is April 24 – May 1, 2021. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the goal of this week is to educate people on how effective… Continue Reading
The Expecting Parents Guide to Choosing a Pediatrician
Whether you are an expectant parent looking for a pediatrician for the first time, or a parent looking to change pediatricians, making the right choice can seem daunting. There are so many things to consider, but choosing a pediatrician can be a little bit easier with these seven tips. 1. Ask for Referrals and Opinions… Continue Reading
