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

The reality of starting preschool: tears, cheers and how to cope

August 13, 2026
child care school readiness

The first day is done. Maybe it went great or there were tears (yours or theirs, or both). Either way, here’s the truth nobody tells you. The first day isn’t actually the hard part. The next few weeks are. This is when the newness… Read More

Do babies need play time?

4/21/2017
child development

Babies explore and make sense of the world around them through play. It impacts all aspects of their development.

You can't spoil a baby with too much love and attention

Can you spoil a baby?

4/11/2017
crying

There are plenty of things to worry about when you’re a new parent, but spoiling your baby isn’t one of them.

4 tips to help prevent tooth decay – and potential future health problems – in young kids

2/3/2017
health & nutrition

“Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease faced by young children. It’s also 100 percent preventable.”

6 ways to help your child be ready for kindergarten

1/10/2017
preschoolers

Even if you don’t have a new kindergartener this year, it’s never too soon to start preparing for that first day with some fun, easy everyday activities.

The best gift to give a child? Your time.

12/22/2016
parenting

Young kids don’t need expensive toys. Positive, everyday moments spent together with the adults in their lives are what they need most to learn and…

Pediatricians’ new recommendations for children’s media use

12/6/2016
child development

Screen time is a tricky issue for today’s parents. The American Academy of Pediatrics recently announced new recommendations to help families make…

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