Category: Parenting

Non-reactive parenting can (and should!) be used in all stages of child rearing, even the newborn phase. Newborns are adorable, but the fourth trimester (the first three months of a newborn’s life) is a bit of a mess. Parents quickly realize that newborns have a unique way of testing their

Preschoolers are never too young to start learning about board games, and there are plenty of benefits to be had from playing them. And they’re fun! Well…mostly. Preschool board games are mostly fun. They’re not always fun for parents. The board games I’ve listed, though, are ones that parents will

Are you tired of taking your toddler to the same old playground or playdates every week? Do you want to explore new and exciting places with your little one? Look no further! In this blog post, I’ve rounded up 40 exciting places to take toddlers that will spark their curiosity,

Finding Montessori-approved toys that aren’t insanely expensive can feel like a daunting task. But don’t worry, I’ve done the research for you! From busy boards to simple stacking blocks, these 20 Montessori toys are all affordable options. Plus, they’re guaranteed to keep your little ones entertained and engaged (without driving

kindergarten readiness doesn’t just mean knowing how to read and write. It’s about having the skills to be successful in a more structured learning environment. That’s why kindergarten readiness activities for summer are so important. They help kids transition smoothly into their first year of school. While summer break is

It’s hard to find the best games for 3-year-olds. Too big for peek-a-boo but too little for chess; it’s hard to amuse the typical 3-year-old. Caregivers are always looking for ways to keep little ones entertained. It can be tough to come up with new ideas, or figure out which

When people hear gentle parenting, they often assume that means no discipline. But that’s not true at all. Gentle parenting isn’t about avoiding punishment, it’s about avoiding harsh punishment. Gentle discipline shuns more authoritarian measures like spanking or time in corners or belittlement. It’s a way to achieve results –

Slow parenting, also referred to as simplicity parenting, is a movement that advocates for a more relaxed and unhurried childhood. This style of parenting is a reaction to our fast-paced culture that often values quantity over quality. The slow parenting movement is a great deterrent from our fast-paced, digital lives.