What Is Gentle Parenting? Discipline Tips and Misconceptions

Gentle parenting has made the rounds in parenting advice articles and news stories over the past ten years. This way of parenting offers many benefits. However, many misconceptions about gentle par...

A Pediatric Occupational Therapist's Tips on Baby Led Weaning

Learn about baby led weaning from Oliva Powers, who holds a master's degree in Occupational Therapy. She specializes in pediatrics and has used the baby led weaning method with her son.

Why Do You Let Your Kid Do That? 5 Benefits of Risky Play

As your child balances while walking on a log, you suppress an urge to step in. While thrilling and exciting for your child, risky play can make even the calmest parents nervous. Yet, activities li...

What Is Montessori Parenting? Tips from a Montessori Teacher

"But I don't want to clean up!" This phrase is familiar to most parents of young children. With a Montessori approach, you can respond to this situation with love while still achieving a positive o...

Should Parents Limit Screen Time? A Montessori Approach

As a parent, it can be hard to know how to manage screen time with our kids. Many questions arise such as "How much screen time is too much?" Also, "Does healthy screen time exist, or is all screen...

When Do Babies Start Walking? Tips from a Pediatric PT

"Typically, walking happens between 11 and 18 months," Dr. Amie Dougherty says. "But comparison is so hard. Remember, it's a continuum and every baby is different." Walking is one of the most excit...

7 Tummy Time Activities to Try on Your Play Mat

Essential for your growing baby, tummy time helps your infant develop their muscles. Yet, helping your baby build their neck, arm, and abdominal muscles isn't always easy. Some babies protest belly...

Baby Crawling: A Pediatric Physical Therapist's Tips

We're here to help remove the mystery around how babies learn to crawl. To learn more, we spoke to June Gehman-Deane, a pediatric physical therapist. Gehman-Deane holds a master's degree in physica...

Top 8 Best Diapers for Sensitive Skin

When my daughter was a newborn, I used diapers that I had received as gifts. I hadn't had problems with my son, so I didn't give much thought to the diaper brands. When she got terrible rashes, I w...

The Best Organic Baby Foods without Heavy Metals

The best organic baby food is both safe and tasty. Unfortunately, studies show that heavy metal contaminants are present in 95% of tested baby foods. The good news for parents is that there are man...

The Top 8 Best Baby Wipes for Newborns

The best baby wipes keep your baby clean and comfortable. Yet, some wipes contain chemicals that can make things worse for your newborn's sensitive skin. Choosing the best baby wipes can help avoid...

The Top 11 Best Organic Baby Formulas

Choosing the best baby formula for your little one is an important decision. You want the best nutrition for your baby to support their growth and development. The best organic baby formula will me...

Top 10 Best Car Seats in 2024 (Your Informative Guide)

One of the most important pieces of baby gear you'll ever buy is a car seat. I remember being pregnant and thinking about driving home from the hospital with my firstborn. It's terrifying to imagin...

Top 9 Best Baby Carrier and Wrap Products of 2024

In the ever-evolving world of parenting, finding the perfect baby carrier or wrap can change your life. With a baby wrap, it's easy to safely carry your newborn hands free. Today, the market is bri...

The Best Hands Free Breast Pump: Our Top 6 Picks

As a new mother, the convenience of a hands-free breast pump is unmatched. A hands free breast pump allows you to multitask while still providing essential nourishment to your baby. Yet, knowing wh...

9 Best Baby Monitors of 2024

Worrying that you heard the baby wake up is a right of passage in parenting. The best video baby monitors make it easy to take a peek without risking waking up the baby. Fortunately, there are many...

Top 9 Microplastic Free Best Bottles for Breastfed Babies

When choosing the ideal bottle for your baby, you want a safe and eco-friendly option. The best baby bottles for newborns do double duty. Not only do they offer great designs for your breastfed bab...

Top 10 Best Baby Sunscreen Products for Infants and Toddlers

Your baby's skin is delicate, soft, and perfect. The last thing you want is for your baby to get sunburned. So, when going outside, baby sunscreen is a must. What is the best sunscreen for babies?

9 Best Baby Bouncers and Swings Your Baby Will Love

Experienced parents understand that baby swings and bouncers can be game-changers. Nothing can calm a crying baby quite like a quality baby swing. It mimics the movement babies experience in the wo...

ECD Meaning: 7 Things Every Parent Should Know

When you first meet your newborn baby, there’s no manual explaining the best way to care for them. Science has come a long way over the years, helping parents prepare for the early years. Now, expe...

How to Build Confidence in Kids: 5 Self-Esteem Activities

All parents want to raise a happy child. Part of that is building confidence and self-esteem. This helps children believe in themselves, stand up for themselves, be persistent through difficulties,...

A Montessori Approach to Tantrums

Your child cries, screams, and wails. Every parent knows this scene well. Your little one is having a full-blown 2 year old temper tantrum and you’re stuck in the middle of it. Whether your child u...

Our Top 3 Best Parenting Books

We are sharing our top 3 favorite Montessori-inspired parenting books. We highly recommend these best Montessori books for anyone who works with children including caregivers, grandparents, and edu...

How to Teach Your Kids to Be Environmentally Conscious

Before we get into the activities, why do children need to learn about being environmentally conscious? When we teach kids about the environment, we help them become responsible citizens. Ultimatel...

Wooden Toys vs. Plastic Toys: Which is Better and Why?

Have you ever wondered what makes a good toy? From Montessori wooden toys to attractive plastic toys, there are so many choices. Thousands if not millions of toys are available online and in stores...