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Potentially Troubling Parenting Phrases

We may overlook the potential damage some of our off-hand phrases could have on kids. Here's some alternatives to try out instead.

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Five Items You Can Buy in the Discount Aisle to Have Fun with Your Kids

Discount stores and aisles can be a great resource for some inexpensive entertainment while we are spending more time at home with our kiddos. Check out some of our ideas below for fun on the cheap with your little ones this summer.

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Baby's First Solid Foods

When your little one is ready to transition to solid food, it can be exciting but also a bit overwhelming and confusing. Here some simple steps to get you started!

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Demystifying Development: 10 Tips for a Tranquil Tummy Time

How to make tummy time fun for everyone and connect with baby!

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How to Make the Most Out Of (or at least survive) the Winter Months

Try to head off that wintertime funk with these strategies!

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Acts of Kindness a Toddler Can Do

Empathy and the subsequent kindness that can stem from it are traits that we all hope to instill in our kiddos. Here are a few of our favorite ideas to teach kids empathy.

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A Spoon Full of Empathy Helps the World Go 'Round

The best time to teach empathy is now. There is no time too early or too late.

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5 Extraordinary Benefits To Cooking with Toddlers

Toddlers are like sponges. They soak up the world through all of their senses and usually leave a trail of chaos in their wake. Even still, they are learning and thriving and becoming

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