Good Beginnings That Last A Lifetime
Screen time refers to any time a child spends using a screen-based device. This includes televisions, tablets, smartphones, computers, gaming systems, and smart devices. Learn what happens when screen use is frequent, unmonitored, or replaces connection and play.
Young children love the words “I do it!” Even before they can talk, they show signs of wanting to try things on their own…
Learning doesn’t just happen in preschool or structured lessons; it happens everywhere, all the time!
Toddlers are full of curiosity, energy, and big emotions. Along with all the joy they bring, they sometimes test boundaries in ways that can be challenging for caregivers…
Young children are learning independence, testing limits, and discovering their own personalities. While these behaviors are normal, they can sometimes lead to frequent power struggles between parents and children…
Welcoming a new sibling can be both exciting and challenging for young children. Between ages 0–5, children are learning social skills, independence, and emotional regulation, which means sibling relationships can sometimes include jealousy, rivalry, or conflicts…
Potty training is a major milestone in early childhood, and it’s a journey that can bring pride, frustration, and plenty of questions…
Children often look to adults after they do something new: stacking blocks, taking a step, or finishing a drawing. When they look up, they aren’t just asking if they did it “right.”
As parents, we marvel at the first sounds our babies make, from coos and babbles to that magical first word…
Young children feel everything with intensity. Joy is huge, frustration is loud, and sadness can erupt without warning. This happens because the parts of the brain that manage emotions are still developing…
