Check out my article on Mommybites about “Delays In Your Young Child’s Development.” If you have concerns, reach out for help and support. Early identification and intervention are critical and can have a considerable effect on your child’s development. http://mommybites.com/col2/nanny/help-your-young-childs-development/
Food For Thought #1
Support Your Child’s Development: As your babies become toddlers, shift your thinking. Do things “with” them, instead of “for” or “to” them.
By Myself!
Coming in a close second after “mine!” on the list of most frequently used toddler phrases is “by myself!” It’s truly exciting when your baby starts exerting her independence, using language, and more actively exploring the world around her. But the world of toddlers and 2s brings with it a new batch of challenges. How Read More
Why Pay A Membership For A Sitter Service
When your business is helping to create happier, healthier families, finding a great babysitter is a frequent topic of conversation. Our friends at Lucky Lil’ Darlings have this down to a science. Here, founder Lindsay Bell, discusses why you should consider paying a membership fee for a sitter service. http://luckylildarlings.blogspot.com/2012/02/why-pay-membership-for-sitter-service.html
The Value of A Flexible Routine
Check out my article on Mommybites about “The Value of A Flexible Routine.” Use what you know about your child to create a routine that meets their (and your) needs, as well as teaching them to manage change. http://mommybites.com/col2/nanny/the-value-of-a-flexible-routine/
Guest Post: Stefanie Weiss
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Stefanie Weiss, a mental health counselor specializing in OCD, ANXIETY, PANDAS, ADHD and other related mental health disorders. Stefanie’s services offer parents a unique opportunity to have their children’s, and their own, needs met by individually-selected and top-rated doctors and therapists. Stefanie guides each family through the steps of exploring Read More
Review: Building Self-Control, The American Way
Last Sunday the NY Times published an opinion piece in response to this past years’ focus on international parenting techniques. The unifying factor of many of these practices is helping children learn self-control and self-discipline. Throughout my blog posts and workshops you will find that I repeatedly emphasize the important of positive discipline that leads Read More
Guest Post: Twinsplicity
When my husband and I were dating we went on a cruise to Mexico. On the ship, we met an amazing couple from Canada who had twin boys. Halfway through the trip, my husband told me he would do anything to have twins. At the time, being 22 years old and just dating, I Read More
My Favorite Things: Homemade Play Dough
Next time there’s a snow day (or sick, rainy, “I’m bored” day), be prepared! Keep the ingredients in your pantry and you’ll always have a project. Homemade Play Dough 1c Flour 1Tbsp Oil 1c Water 1/2c Salt 2Tbsp Cream of Tartar Food Coloring of Choice Mix all ingredients except food coloring in a pot. Nonstick Read More
A Fun Way To Teach Cooperation!
When teaching cooperation, the first thing to consider is whether your expectations are developmentally appropriate. Taking a 2 year old into a clothing store while you shop after they’ve been in their stroller for 40 minutes, and expecting them to continue to stay in the stroller, is not developmentally appropriate or reasonable. Here are some Read More