The last time you hit the game aisle at Target did your eyes glaze over from all the choices? Or have you searched on Amazon and been overwhelmed the sheer volume of choices? Lucky for you, I’ve been able to sort out the bad and find the best board games for preschoolers. Our family has …
Was it another chaotic morning with your toddler or preschooler? You had the best of intentions but you felt frazzled, stressed or angry by the time you head out the door? You can have better mornings! You really just need a morning routine for your toddlers and preschoolers that works! Let’s be honest: getting a …
“How do I get my kids to listen to me?” This is the #1 concern I heard from parents when I was a teacher. I still hear it today – from friends and in parenting Facebook groups. My first question is always “What are your routines for your children?” I totally get the frustration. You …
If you ask any parent what they dread the most about the school year, many will say packing school lunches. It is relentless, morning after morning you have to gather all the ingredients and assemble a lunch you hope your children will eat. But you can take packing lunches off your to-do list forever. You …
Lately our two children, ages 3 and 6, have started a new game. It’s the type of game that every parent dreads. They look at each other with giant grins and shout in unison, “EEEEHHHHHHH!” as loudly as possible. It’s a sound that grates on my nerves so badly that I realized it’s time to …
The toys are strewn across the living room, dirty laundry is covering the bathroom floor, and dishes with crusty food are sitting out on the table. You think to yourself, “Wow, I’m so behind on housework.” No, you’re really not behind. You just need to give your children chores. I know, I know. You want …
It’s one of every parent’s worst nightmares. Your school-age child has a ball roll into the street or your toddler darts across the road to get the playground. It strikes terror in all parents. Children must learn to cross the street safely. Crossing the street independently is an important life skill for children and a …
It happened in an instant. My daughter, Molly, was only two-years old and I hadn’t taught her any water safety rules. We were visit my sister and her family in San Diego. Molly played with a ball while my sister and I were talking in her fenced front yard. All of a sudden, I realized …
It’s hard to imagine better meal times as a family when there is food all over your floor and a toddler doing laps around your kitchen. Your school age child is complaining about the meal while your preschooler demands a cookie. And you haven’t even sat down to eat your meal yet. As you take …
Separation anxiety is a typical problem for young children. It’s common for toddlers and preschoolers to have some anxiety when they separate from their parents. It’s also a sign of healthy attachment to mom and dad. That doesn’t mean it’s easy for anyone to cope with the tears at day care drop off. Toddlers and …
