I have 10 years of experience in early childhood development and elementary education. I’ve been able to manage large groups of young children for extended periods of time and persuade them all to simultaneously bend to my will. But nothing compares to the realities and struggles of having a two-year-old of my own. It’s so… Read More 3 Ways to Tame Toddler Tantrums
Hey Dads! This one is short and sweet, just for you! It’s important to establish a bond with your child as early as possible so don’t hesitate to grab every opportunity. Here are 5 easy ideas for daddy and baby bonding time: 1. Skin-to-Skin Time Here’s how this works, Dads: Remove your shirt. Dress baby… Read More 5 Easy Ideas for Daddy and Baby Bonding Time
For week two of homeschooling, our theme was “Green Eggs and Ham“! This has been a favorite book of Goose’s for the past few months and I knew we had to include it. In addition to trying our green eggs and ham recipe, we studied the letter S, the number two, and circles and ovals.… Read More Green Eggs and Ham Recipe
When I asked Goose if she wanted to start “home school”, her answer was an enthusiastic YES! In true teacher form, I sat down and drafted eight weeks of instruction designed specifically for her. My tentative plan is to focus on a theme each week that incorporates one letter, one number, and one shape. We began… Read More A is for Apple
I’m a firm believer that “fed is best”, but breastfeeding has always been my first option for my own babies. I did the research long before I was ever pregnant and mentally committed myself to at least one year for each child we planned to have. I had to slightly reassess, however, when Goose was… Read More 6 Tips for Successfully Breastfeeding While Working Full Time
I am a dance mom. Not the crazy kind, though. Just a regular mom with a child who dances. We started Goose in a tap and ballet combo class this Summer. To say she loves it is an understatement! She asks everyday if she gets to go. It’s a group of all two-year-old girls so… Read More I am a Dance Mom: Meatball Subs for Busy Nights
As a former teacher, I love books and recognize the importance of reading to babies. The sooner you can expose children to books and reading, the better their grasp of literary skills will be. It is also important to me for my children to see themselves reflected on the pages they read so this post… Read More My favorite books for brown babies
Whether it’s the aquarium, a local library, county fair, or a children’s museum, it’s important for kids to have a variety of experiences and even more meaningful when you go as a family. We recently took a visit to a Doc McStuffins exhibit at a nearby museum. Goose is obsessed with Doc McStuffins and all… Read More Surviving Family Outings
My big girl, “Goose”, turned two last Spring so potty training has been a hot topic with her and all of our friends. I was kind of procrastinating because I was working full time, not to mention very pregnant and very tired. Well, after “Belly” was born I just couldn’t handle two sets of diapers… Read More 4 Important Steps for Potty Training Your Toddler
