Parenting

Free child care? What’s that? It’s non-existent; that’s what it is. While you might not be able to enroll your little ones in a top-of-the-line educational facility or hire a nanny or sitter free of charge, you’re not completely without options. Free child care is not something easy to find, but if you get a […] More

Play dates are not just for the children of stay-at-home mothers. They’re for all kids with their own little social circles. If you’re a parent a bit unfamiliar with the play date routine, it’s time to learn a bit about the art of the play date. There are some important tips you’ll want to know […] More

Having body issues is no stranger for teens – heck, it even affects many of us in our 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond. Shopping for clothes is one of the worst things (and possibly even the biggest nightmare) for someone who has body issues – and being a teenager just only makes it worse. After […] More

The presence of hives on your child’s body is often enough to give any parent a mild panic attack. The first thought is that your child is having an allergic reaction to something and that he or she is in serious danger. However, hives are not always so dramatic. Sometimes they’re just raised red bumps […] More

It’s becoming a growing trend to use cloth diapers instead of disposables for some moms who are looking to be a little greener and/or are looking for a less expensive way to diaper their children. Many new moms want to stay home with their children and tend to look at cloth diapering as a way […] More

Diapers are so expensive, and cleaning the growing behind of a toddler is just increasingly gross as days go by, which is why parents look so forward to potty training. Except when potty training starts, most parents are completely overwhelmed and out of their comfort zone. It happens. Potty training is scary. You don’t want […] More

As your baby begins to grow out of the infant stage and into the toddler stage, you might find yourself wondering when he or she is going to start talking. Adorable little sounds and babbles turn you into a giant mess of, “Did she just say mama? She just said mama,” and “Say mama…no, not […] More

The first year of your baby’s life is filled with development. Your little one is going to make some serious progress in his or her first 12 months of life. While it’s never a good idea to expect your little one to master any skill by any certain age, it is important to ensure your […] More

Night terrors are just that; terrifying. However, they’re usually more terrifying for parents than for children. While the occasional nightmare is perfectly normal, if your child experiences frequent nightmares that leave them inconsolable, it’s likely night terrors. Your child will not experience any long-lasting negative effects or health issues to do these difficult night terrors, […] More