Posts Tagged ‘toddlers’
Potty Training Success
Don’t worry. Your child will not wear a diaper to college! I tell all the parents at our preschools that patience is the key to success – at potty training, introducing new foods or sleep routines. You have all heard the saying “you can lead a horse to water – but you can’t make him…
Read MoreSniffles and Boogies…
‘Tis the season! This time of the year, especially with the weather changes here in the Northeast, we see more runny noses than not. While we wipe and wipe and blow and wipe some more, we cannot seem to keep ahead of it. If you have a child (of any age) you are likely seeing…
Read MoreSeeing Eye-to-Eye with Early Learners
When I was in High School I took a Child Development Class. I learned one of the most useful, most memorable lessons in this class. The teacher had half of the class make a craft while standing at tables. The other half of us had to get down on our knees and maneuver the classroom. It…
Read MoreMaybe a Hug Can Help
My children are now teenagers and I am happy that many years ago I learned an important lesson from them. We were late for a party or something. The day is clear in my mind. “Find your shoes”, “Where is your sister?”, “Where are your shoes?”, “We don’t have time for that right now”, “We…
Read MoreBirthday Parties and More
Recently I watched a TV report about children’s birthday parties. I was floored at the extravagant, elaborate parties the report featured. Don’t get me wrong, I love parties and LOVE creating an experience. My problem with the “over the top” parties is not only the cost involved, but the fact that the parties are often…
Read MoreSurviving the Holidays with Children
I have always seen myself as a laid back person. However, my friends tell me I am crazy. They never understood why I felt the need to have my children make ornaments for our tree and why, when they were small, I brought snow inside for them to play. Honestly, these things did not make…
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