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Hello, senses! Sensory Tips from a Child Development Expert

It seems like sensory experiences are a trending topic lately. It makes sense...

Every day is for play! What to expect at 24-36 months

Playtime is becoming a brilliantly fun full-time job – and with every play th...

Pretend Play: How To Spark Your Toddler’s Imagination

As your little one grows, their imagination is where they start to make sense...

From Pirates to Problem-Solvers: How Imaginative Play Can Shape Your Preschoo...

Imagination & play aren’t just about entertainment, they’re about entering th...

Big Moves for Your Toddler: Physical Skills Beyond Walking

Gross motor skills (AKA physical skills) involve movements using large muscle...

How to Calm a Crying Baby: Simple (and Surprising) Solutions

“Why is my baby crying, again?!” It’s a question every parent has asked thems...

When Will Your Baby Begin to Walk? When They’re Ready!

“When will my baby start to walk?” As a child development expert, it’s a comm...

When Do Babies Start Talking? First Words Timeline & Tips

It’s one of the top questions I get when meeting with caregivers in the Play ...

When to Start Tummy Time: How to Help Your Baby Tackle Their First Workout

You’ve probably heard a lot about tummy time, and you probably still have ton...

Raising a Kind Kid: Tips From a Child Development Expert

Studies show that doing acts of kindness can give kids a greater sense of bel...

Common Crawling Questions Answered by a Childhood Development Expert

As with any physical milestone, every baby reaches it in their own time, at t...

Helping Your Toddler Develop Their Listening Skills

How many times a day do you find yourself saying that – or some variation of ...

From Meltdowns to Milestones: Unleashing Your Preschooler’s Emotional Potential

Preschoolers are making huge developmental strides! They're becoming more ind...

The Ins and Outs of Getting Your Child to Follow Directions

It helps to remember that following directions isn’t as natural for preschool...

How to Help Your Little Manage Their BIG Emotions

Your little one is having some big emotions, and maybe even some tantrums. It...

Encouraging Independence in Preschoolers

If you have a 3-to-5-year-old, school readiness and your kiddo’s ability to b...

Getting a Grasp on Fine Motor Skills in Time for School

As your little one develops their dexterity, they become more prepared to mov...

Helping Your Baby Learn to Sit: Quick Tips from a Child Development Expert

Your baby is currently rocking and rolling here, there, and all over. You mig...

Talking With Toddlers: How Language Skills Develop

Welcome to Toddlerhood! Your little one is probably experiencing a lot of big...

Ready for Potty Training? Helpful Tips from a Childhood Development Expert

If you’ve found this, you’re probably dreaming about not having to change ano...

Unexpected Playdate Tips that Change the Friendship Game!

Exploring the nuances of friendship can be tough for us all, so just imagine ...

How to Introduce Numbers & Letters to Your Toddler

Early learning, math & literacy skills, preschool prep – these are probably j...

All together for solo play!

Does your toddler like independent play? Read on to discover how to encourage...

Playtime ideas for your terrific toddlers

We answer all of your questions about the terrible twos! Real parents share t...

Building Your Toddler’s Teamwork Skills

Find out how to master the basics of toddler team work skills and how playing...

Let's Get Moving

What milestones will your baby experience in the first 12 months?

The Building blocks of hand-eye coordination

What exactly do you need to know about motor skills? Our guide to hand-eye co...

Ready, set, crawl!

When do babies start crawling? Find out what you can do to help your baby cro...

Pretend Play

Why is imaginative play important? Our guide to pretend play looks at differe...

This is 3

Wondering what 3-year-old milestones to look out for now that your tot's not ...