Parenting Blog

Information and inspiration for parents and caregivers of babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Why the “Jessica” trick isn’t the answer to tantrums—and what actually helps

April 9, 2026
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Struggling with toddler tantrums? Learn why distraction techniques like the “Jessica” trick don’t work long term, and what actually helps children build emotional regulation skills. Read More

Best toys and gifts for young kids

11/23/2018
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Check out our interactive guide to free or inexpensive gifts that promote learning for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. (The best gift of all is quality time…

Parenting is hard. Help is a phone call away with the Birth to Five Helpline.

11/21/2018
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The Birth to Five Helpline is a free service open to all Arizona families of young children. Experts are available to answer any parenting questions.

Tummy time tips to help your baby grow strong

11/8/2018
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Want to support your baby’s physical development? The answer is Tummy Time!

Start building a love of math and science early in life

11/6/2018
early learning

Activities such as finger painting, building blocks and baking are fun and interactive ways to build science and math skills in young kids.

teacher-child interactions are key to quality child care

Quality child care: 6 things to look for in teacher-child interactions

11/2/2018
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Teacher-child interactions that are stimulating and nurturing are an essential part of quality child care programs. Check out our 1-minute video for what to…

Pediatricians say baby walkers are unsafe

Doctors say baby walkers are not safe, don’t help development

10/15/2018
safety

Baby walkers are advertised as fun for young children, but pediatricians say they’re dangerous.

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Podcast: Eyes on Learning

10/1/2018
health & nutrition

Healthy vision is important for a child’s development and learning. But children don’t know what they can’t see.

Not just a theory: Block play builds STEM skills in early childhood

9/26/2018
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Did you know that young Albert Einstein spent a lot of time playing with blocks?

high quality early learning programs boost kids social emotional development and later academic achievement

High-quality early childhood programs provide long-lasting benefits for kids

9/25/2018
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A recent study shows that quality child care and preschool programs boost kids’ social-emotional skills and academic achievement.

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