How to Stop Beating Yourself Up and Be a Good Parent
“What am I doing wrong?” - I hear this from parents often, especially when their children have a meltdown in the store. Parents are embarrassed, ashamed. They feel that everyone…
Is Attachment Parenting Right for You and Your Baby?
From time to time I am asked to give presentations to new parents. I love meeting new parents and helping to answer their questions. This week, I have been asked…
Life after the Holidays and “Coming Down Again”
There is a Rolling Stones song from the 70’s aptly titled “Coming Down Again”. Being that it was the 70’s and it was the Stones, it was, of course, written…
Sleep for the Holidays? Oh Heavenly Peace!
“Your toddler will never “get it” and it would be a waste of money.” This week I discouraged two mothers of 1 ½-year-olds from buying a Gro Clock. A Gro-Clock…
How Technology Impacts Your Relationship with Your Child
What would you do if you lost your smartphone? Scary thought isn't it? Up until a few years ago, the word "iPhone" was a tiny part of our language. And…
Introducing Solids to Your Baby
"Do you see what I see?" I asked this question as I was sitting with a number of new moms and their babies. Some of the babies were 3 or…
Is your kid normal? Understanding Temperament Traits in Your Child
I've been around a lot of babies and children over the last 30 years. And when it comes to describing what I've seen in their individual development, the word "fascinating"…
Sleep 101 for Moms and Babies
When it comes to caring for a baby, I’m always amazed how moms are surprised that other moms are having the same experiences. This past week I was the guest…
What to do when your kid gets hit by another kid
Sometimes when toddlers play, things can get unexpectedly rough. This week I had an experience in the store with parents whose toddler had been hit by their friend's child. I…
The Trick to Trick or Treating with Young Children
Did you love Halloween when you were a kid? I did. I loved dressing up, but I don’t remember any of my costumes. I do know that they were pretty…