How to Introduce Baby to the Family Pet

When you are a dog owner and it’s time to welcome a brand new (human) member to your family, what is the best way to introduce the two of them? Here are a few tips on how to make this a successful beginning to a valuable friendship.

Common Parenting Myths Debunked!

Most parents believe myths that make them feel confused and inadequate. These awful myths can spoil the joy of raising your children. You may have never realized how intensely these beliefs affect you, but they do. Learning the truth will erase your doubts and allow you to relax and enjoy your family.

What Chores Can My Child Do?

Assigning household chores is a great way to build self-esteem and a feeling of competence. Regular chores establish helpful habits and good attitudes about work. Having chores teaches lessons about life and creates an understanding that there are jobs that must be done to run a household. Children who grow up doing chores will find the flow into adulthood much easier than those without responsibility will.

7 Easy Tips for a Stress-Free Birthday Party

Are you about to plan your child’s birthday party? Perhaps it’s the memorable first birthday, the one with the entire toddler mommy-and-me class invited, or your preschooler’s classroom event. No matter how you are celebrating there are some key factors to keep in mind to reduce the stress and enjoy this fun milestone.

Q&A with Elizabeth: New Crawler

Our home has been childproofed, but my wife still insists we track our newly-crawling baby around the house every second. Is that really necessary? ~ Cal, father to 10-month-old Ayden

Q&A with Elizabeth: Sandboxes and Swimming Pools

We’re going to a vacation at a home with a pool. To keep her safe, should we have our 3-year-old take swimming lessons before we go? ~ Kristin, mother to 3-year-old Rachel

Needing a Parent’s Help to Sleep: Changing to the No Stay Option

Over the last couple of weeks we have talked about why a child needs you there as well as a path to deciding if you should stay or not stay to help your child fall asleep. For those that have decided that the “no stay” option is best for their family may need a bit of extra help. Changing to the no stay option is not impossible and here is how to do it!