Raise your hand if you’ve been battling colds left and right like a crazed game of Whack-a-mole. Yup – us, too! It’s enough to throw up your hands and never want to leave the house again, right? With so much information swirling around throughout these crazy quarantine times, we thought …

  Planning an epic road trip this spring, or maybe just a simple jaunt to grandma’s house? As parents, we all know the notorious, “Are we there yet?” ballad our little ones seem to belt by heart. The truth is: kids get bored easily, and when confined in a small …

We all want to make the most of the time we have with our kids, right? But how can we squeeze every morsel of magic out of each minute when we have so little time and energy to spare? Between projects to complete and floors to sweep and pancakes to …

Ever wondered why a simple bubble bath can turn a tantrum upside down, or a fireside glow can calm even the fussiest of babies? Water, fire, earth, and air – the 4 Waldorf elements of childhood delight and wonder – all contain magical, intriguing properties proven to mesmerize, enchant, and …

We all know the importance of gratitude, but for our littles, the emotional regulation required to maintain a thankful heart can be a difficult and confusing aspect of child development. Take, for example, a toddler during snack time. When grapes and cheese are served on the blue plate instead of …

You know what they say: the days are long, but the years are short. But the night? Well, it’s smack dab somewhere between. After wrapping three rounds of storytime and fielding another request for water, it’s easy to rush through bedtime so we can get back to whatever productivity, relaxation, …

‘Tis the season for roaring fires, footie pajamas, and sticky cinnamon fingers! That’s right; the holidays are upon us! In our home, that means one thing: baskets and baskets of books galore. Whether you’re planning to invest in a few seasonal books of your own or want to gather some …

Truth be told; we LOVE Halloween around here. But we also recognize that it’s not for everyone. Loud noises, sudden surprises, unfamiliar faces, and spooky yard displays can be a lot for kids to navigate, particularly our kids with sensory processing issues. Bucketloads of candy can feel crazy wasteful when …

There’s no denying it; homeschooling is an all-in commitment. As a parent, you’re choosing the dream of a nontraditional education at the expense of a lot — your free time, your personal space, and most definitely your grocery bill. (Side eye, second breakfast.) So what happens if your partner isn’t …

Soccer. Theatre. Dance. Karate. For the younger set, when do you know it’s the right time to introduce an extracurricular activity? And how do you know what to try? Today, we’re spilling the latest research on all things extracurricular to help you make an informed decision for you and your …