Toddler

High altitude linked to developmental delays

You know that what you eat can affect your baby-to-be, but a new pregnancy warning heeds that where you live both during and post-pregnancy is tied to developmental delays too. But, before you pack up and head for sea level, discover how high altitude is linked to developmental delays.

7 Sanity-saving tips for raising babies close in age

Whether the plan was always to raise tight-knight siblings or you're blessed with a happy accident, having two kids under the age of 2 can drive you up the wall! While parental fatigue and sibling rivalry are arguments against planning a small age gap between your children, having babies born close in age doesn't have to guarantee you'll lose your mind either. From becoming a queen of organization to finding your sense of humor, discover sanity-saving tips for raising babies close in age.

5 First birthday picture ideas

Now that you've made it through your baby's first year, your celebration of this major milestone can be picture perfect with the right insight on staging baby pictures peppered with a few tips on snapping perfect toddler photos. From capturing babies with a smash cake to dressing your youngster in festive frocks, check out these five picture ideas for baby's first birthday.

Get back to nature for Earth Day

It's Earth Day, and while I'm hoping you decide to celebrate Earth Day every day, not just today, there's no...

Playground safety for baby and toddler

Toddlers and even younger babies love the playground. Especially right now, while the weather is favorable, it's a great time...

Baby on board! Taking baby or toddler on a cruise

Why wait until your kids are older before taking that cruise you have always wanted? Packing up your entire brood for a cruise is easier than ever with many cruise lines now gearing programs towards families with young children. From what to pack to what to expect when you come aboard, discover some sanity-saving tips for taking your baby or toddler on a cruise.

30 Easter basket ideas for babies and toddlers

Filling an Easter basket for your school-aged kids may be as easy as grabbing some candy. Since chocolate bunnies just won’t do for babies or toddlers, the Easter Bunny may be stumped when it comes to stocking a basket for your littlest Easter fan. Check out our list of 30 easter basket ideas your little bunny is sure to love!

DIY Halloween costume ideas for babies and toddlers

Are you searching for the perfect Halloween costume for your baby or toddler? Why not make one? These fun do-it-yourself costume ideas are a great way to give your baby or toddler a unique costume without breaking the bank on a one-time-wear premade costume. In fact, in many cases components (or the whole outfit!) is totally rewearable as real clothing.

A guide to buying toddler and baby toys

Are you looking for the best baby toys for your little one? Birthday, holidays, and special occasions – it seems there’s always a reason to buy a new gift for baby or toddler. Storefronts and advertisers keep parents up to date on the latest and greatest toys available for kids, making it difficult to say no. But how do you know which toys are best for their developmental stage, as well as those that will keep them interested and entertained?

10 Ideas for summer fun with baby

There is just something about summertime that seems to invoke the kid in us all. Instead of letting that feeling pass you by, take advantage of it and engage in some creative playtime with your children this season. Here we offer some fun and simple ideas to keep your kids (and you!) entertained well through the dog days of summer.

Is your baby dehydrated?

Spring and summer bring a wonderful array of new sights and sounds for your baby to discover. She can listen to the birds, smell the flowers, and feel the cool of pool water on her skin. But the warm weather seasons also bring an increased risk for baby health problems, particularly dehydration. Whether from being outside in the hot sun or from an illness, find out the signs and symptoms of dehydration in babies and how you can prevent it.

Prenatal stress keeps infants and toddlers up at night

Anxious or depressed mothers-to-be are at increased risk of having children who will experience sleep problems in infancy and toddlerhood, finds a study that published this month in Early Human Development.

Babies, toddlers & exercise

Confining babies and young children to strollers, play pens, car and infant seats for hours at a time, may delay development such as rolling over, crawling, walking as well as delay cognitive development. Such restrictions can begin the path to sedentary preferences and childhood obesity, warns the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE).

Toddler Treat: Pear Nog

A festive drink for the Holiday season. One the whole family will love.

Toddler Treat: Sunshine Wraps

It is estimated that as many as one child in 80 is allergic to peanuts. For kids with a peanut allergy, sunflower butter is an excellent substitute for peanut butter. You can find sunflower butter at many natural foods stores. When selecting a brand, make sure to read the label, to ensure the sunflower butter in NOT processed in a plant that processes peanuts.

Speech development in the infant and toddler

As children grow from infancy to toddlerhood, early childhood, and so on, parents are often keenly aware of what their child "should" be doing at any given age. One of the milestones that frequently causes parents great anxiety is the development of speech. Those initial babblings that sound like words are celebrated, but later, some parents wonder if their child's ability to talk is delayed. This article outlines important aspects of speech development.

The top four etiquette tactics for your toddler

Many parents say, "If I could only turn back the clock and do things differently...". It's never too early to start teaching your child, but sometimes it is too late.

Help me find some patience!

"I need some ideas for being more patient! My DS is going through a phase of screaming. He wants to tell me something and has quite a few words. But, if I am busy with something, he'll get louder and louder until I pay complete attention to him. Also, if I don't give him exactly what he wants, he'll scream some more. For example, if I offer him a sippy cup of milk, he'll get mad that either it isn't watered down juice, or the cup HE wanted. I rarely give in, but it isn't diminishing. Any thoughts?" - RC

Toddler treat: Mango bagels and milkshakes

Two toddler treats this month because mangoes are usually a big hit with little kids. The milkshake recipe can be made for any child OVER 12 months old, but you may want to wait a little longer on the bagels. While the ingredients are okay for a 12 month old, the bagel might be a little hard to chew (or gum).

Toddler treat: Chocolate Fondue with Strawberries

In a survey, more than 53 percent of seven to nine-year-olds picked strawberries as their favorite fruit. If more parents served them with chocolate fondue, we think the number of young strawberry lovers would rise dramatically. Fondue is fun, and nothing could be easier than chocolate fondue. No need to worry that you don't have a fondue pot or forks, chocolate fondue can be served in a bowl with regular forks.