Co-sleeping and bed sharing typically refers to when a baby sleeps in the same bed or in close proximity to an adult on a different sleep surface. While the topic is controversial, there are advantages (when following safe sleep guidelines) and disadvantages of co-sleeping and [...]
Positive parenting is the choice to discipline and parent your child(ren) with a constructive, encouraging, and loving attitude. Positive parenting solutions involve strategies that combine discipline with genuine care. With positive parenting, you are able to show your child(ren) that you love them while teaching [...]
Free-range parenting has been around for ages but lately, the term has become more popular among parents. So what exactly is free-range parenting? Simply put, it’s the decision to let your child be more independent and make decisions for themselves. This may apply in the [...]
What is a teachable moment? Simply put, a teachable moment is when your child shows genuine interest in something and gives you the opportunity to talk with them about that subject. Sometimes parents can try and create a teachable moment. Many times teachable moments are [...]
With enticing screens grabbing our children’s attention, it can be hard for kids to get the 60 minutes of exercise a day that they need. Rather than sending them off to do some physical activity alone, why not involve the whole family for loads of [...]
The first few weeks as a new parent are filled with joy, but it can be extremely exhausting trying to figure out newborn sleep schedules. New babies sleep 16-18 hours per day, but somehow it feels like you, as a parent, are not getting any [...]
Is your baby up every 1-2 hours throughout the night and fighting their naps? If you answered yes, you’ve likely hit the dreaded 4-month sleep regression, but don't panic. Infant sleep regression can affect everyone in the household from lack of sleep, so in this [...]
Quality sleep is critical to a child’s physical and cognitive development, contributing to happier, healthier, and more alert children. As parents, one of the most sought-after milestones is the elusive full night's sleep. If you are struggling with placing your child down fully awake, frequent [...]
Key Takeaways Water safety for toddlers offers: Life Jackets: Always use U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets to provide essential safety for toddlers near water. Dedicated Supervision: Ensure constant adult supervision to prevent accidents and be within arm's reach of your child. Swim Lessons: Enroll toddlers [...]
If you have a new baby, figuring out the best sleep schedules for newborns has probably crossed your mind. During the first year of life, an infant goes through a lot of growth and developmental changes with one of the most significant being sleep. Can [...]
Making the transition from child care or preschool up to kindergarten can be a daunting task for both kids and parents alike. Sometimes it’s even more emotionally difficult for the parents than it is for the kids! Your little one is entering a new chapter [...]
Parenting failures are impossible to avoid, period! If you are still waiting for your first bun-in-the-oven to finish cooking, you may think parenting is going to be a breeze. Even if it’s your second, third or fourth time around, you’re in for an adventure. It [...]
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Jennifer leads the marketing efforts at BabyQuip and is constantly trying to reinvent awesomeness through written copy, visual appeal, creative content & SEO. Jennifer is a mom of two boys and knows first hand the struggles of traveling with babies, toddlers and kids. When Jennifer’s head isn’t swimming with new marketing ideas you’ll find her tending to her backyard chickens and practicing meditation.