Ages + Stages

When you're expecting, building your baby registry is so exciting. It can also be overwhelming. There are so many baby products on the market that it's hard to sort out what you actually need. Here's the good news: less...

Even as a dietitian and formerly exclusive pediatric dietitian, neither my baby nor I were chomping at the bit, literally, to start solid foods. He was solely breastfed, an incredibly voracious milk drinker who was showing no interest in...

There seems to be a debate about whether or not crawling is actually a "milestone" all babies should achieve. While it's true that some babies never crawl before they walk, there are many benefits to this developmental skill. In...

Big Changes! So we decided to put our two littles together in the same room AND transition our toddler to a "big girl" bed all at the same time. I have three words: don't do it. Just kidding!! It has actually been...

'Tis the season for giving! Kids love presents. But when your little one is too young to tell Santa what they want, you might be left scratching your head. There are millions of toys out there. Which ones are...

Once those precious little baby feet start taking their first steps, you've officially got a toddler! After catching their first steps on video, it's time to find them a good pair of shoes. With so many different options out...

Baby Safety Month is celebrated in September every year because it is the 9th month of the year! Isn't that neat? Baby Safety Month was started by JPMA (Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association) in 1983 as Expectant Mother Day. It...

You are celebrating kindergarten graduation and can’t even believe it is already happening.  Fast forward 13 years later and now they are walking the stage to receive their high school diploma. How did we get here so quickly? Is...

"Back to sleep, tummy to play." This pretty much sums up the American Academy of Pediatric's recommendations for babies. But what if your baby hates tummy time? Why it Matters Babies develop strength in their body from the top-down. This means they...

Disciplining your kids is one of the biggest challenges we face as parents.  From toddlers to teenagers, the myriad of reasons to discipline your children are far and wide.  Now add to this already complex process, not being on...