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…
I want my mom! Understanding Separation Anxiety in Children
“Grandma where were you? I didn’t know where you were!” I heard these words from a tear stained little four-year-old boy running towards his grandma as she stepped out of…
Ancient Tradition vs the Modern World: Why we still need a Breastfeeding Week
“New mothers need to suckle their babies right after birth to help them get their milk flowing well”. New research? Not at all. This quote, by Inuit Elder Lena Wolkie,…
Why is my baby crying?
“The baby was crying and crying. There was nothing we could do to comfort her. We had hardly any sleep and were exhausted. At one point, we looked at each…
Teaching your children (and yourself) to embrace life
I love this video! It was going viral on Friday and I absolutely needed to share it with you. Why? Because it’s an example of wonderful responsive loving parenting, And…
The facts about co-sleeping with your baby
It was 6 am. I was fast asleep in bed with my husband and in between us was baby Aaron (my first). “Oh, there he is!” Suddenly, dramatically, shockingly, the…