#Problems With The Child

There are few things a parent dreads more than “the talk.” Talking about sex can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. And let’s face it, many parents simply don’t know how to go about it. Their parents never talked to them, so they’re unprepared for such a pivotal conversation. Mistakes are made and

A few weeks ago we wrote a post about hearing in our babies' senses series. For today’s post we are going to answer a reader question about white noise. Here is the comment we received: “Do you know very much about the effects of white noise on babies? I've heard that it can slow down their hearing

Ah, summer! Ice cold lemonade, refreshing juice, and other icy sweet drinks come to mind. While these tasty beverages can really hit the spot on warm days, they’re also filled with lots of sugar and yes, empty calories. Shannon Whaley, Director of Research and Evaluation at the Public Health

This activity has a vital role to play in children’s psychological health. Children who study the piano or violin might also find it easier to control their emotions, focus their attention and reduce their anxiety. Along with parents, teachers and friends, learning a musical instrument has a

The holidays are here again and for some of you, it will be your first holiday season as parents. We have a few posts that you might want to review as you get ready for family dinners and other holiday events. 1. Learn why your baby might shy away from loving friends and familyand what you can do