Planning a road trip with a baby can be a lot of work! However, it is definitely well worth your efforts. If you take the time to plan and prepare in advance you can end up having a great time...
Read MoreApril 22 marks Earth Day -- a day when we celebrate and protect the planet we call home. And while you can lecture your kids about not littering and....
Read MoreNow that Spring is officially under way, you may find yourself sounding like a broken record of "Go play outside!" But what exactly do you expect them to do out there?
Read MoreWhen it comes to decorating Easter eggs, it's easy to buy a coloring kit at the store and call it a day. This year, why not try something that's just as simple but way more stylish? From glitter and gold to floral prints, there are plenty of....
Read MoreOne couple has turned their passion for home movies into a lucrative career from their YouTube channel that’s probably best known for videos of their kids playing with Thomas the Tank Engine toys.
Read MoreNo parent wants to see her child suffer from low self-esteem, but unfortunately we can’t always get what we want. Too many children today are lacking in the confidence department, and as parents, it’s our job to fill that void.
Read MoreA recent episode of ABC’s 20/20 revealed one of a mom’s worst nightmares: She caught her nanny on camera abusing her baby. How can parents better protect themselves from this kind of caregiver catastrophe?
Read MoreWhether you’re a helicopter, free-range, or pro-attachment parent, one thing most moms and dads can agree upon is that young kids need daily naps.
Read MoreIs it just us, or do kids' toys seem to multiply overnight? No matter how many cute storage bins and dividers you buy, the playroom seems to take on a mind of its own.
Read MoreCo-sleeping has become more and more common in recent years and is becoming widely accepted throughout the parenting community. However, co-sleeping as a plan that is part of your parenting philosophy is much different...
Read MoreHearing your baby utter “mama” or “dada” for the first time is undoubtedly the holy grail of milestones. Just ask fashion designer Rachel Zoe who told PEOPLE that she was ecstatic to hear her 12-month-old son say the word “Mama” for the first time.
Read MoreStarting 2015 off this week begs this question about what we learned during the past year. The babycenter.com published a great article breaking down the top 5 things we learned about learning this past year. Two of the points in particular were our favorites....
Read MoreMost sleep problems are like little silent ninjas, they sneak up on you in the night and before you know it, you wake up and realize your child’s sleep has totally fallen apart. But the truth is, it’s an abundance of obvious changes that are typically the culprit.
Read MoreSo many things about parenting seem to be counterintuitive, and this week’s topic falls under that description. The question this week: could you be bathing your baby too often? “New thinking on the cause of eczema is prompting some scientists to investigate....
Read MoreShould your newborn be expected to sleep through the night? No! You should not expect your newborn baby to sleep through the night when you bring him or her home from the hospital. Newborns are not meant to sleep through the night...
Read MoreYour baby’s senses are rapidly developing, especially in the first year of life. A baby’s senses of sight, smell, hearing, touch and taste can be fostered, encouraged and strengthened by taking the time to work with them and creating fun activities that they will enjoy.
Read MoreMaria Shriver recently gave some very poignant parenting advice in an interview with “hot mom’s club”. "I wish someone had told me when I had little kids to keep it simple; make sure the birthday parties are simple, don't do so many activities, just kind of hang with your kids.
Read MoreTypically, the idea of time falling back an hour leaves one feeling happy and excited for that extra hour of sleep. For all you parents who know better I can see you shaking your heads. This time of year brings cooler weather, costumes and candy and this is just the prequel to the rest of the holiday season.
Read MoreWhat better way to unite your kids in fun and togetherness than with a family-themed Halloween costume? It doesn’t matter if you have one child or a large brood, whether you want a look that is spooky or sweet, there are endless possibilities.
Read MoreIf you're a new parent this Halloween, here's some good news: You simply cannot go wrong when picking a Halloween costume for your baby. Behold, 10 adorable pieces of evidence that tiny humans will look insanely cute, whether they are dressed as pop culture icons, zoo animals or your favorite Disney characters.
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