The Best Pull Up Diapers and Potty Training Pants

During potty training, training pants and pull up diapers can save the day. Reducing the amount of clean-up and improving your child's confidence are just two benefits. For most families, potty tra...

Montessori in the Bathroom: How to Teach Your Child Hygiene

When I was doing my Montessori teacher training, I was struck by how important independence is for children. Montessori once said, "The child's inner need: 'Help me to do it by myself.'" A major pa...

The Most Effective Baby Bulb Syringes for Clear Airways

When your baby can't sleep, nurse, or take a bottle because of congestion, you need a good snot sucker. A nasal aspirator quickly removes mucus from your baby's nose, helping them breathe easier. A...

Top Feeding and Breastfeeding Tips from a Feeding Therapist

Nourishing your baby is a beautiful, yet challenging experience. When my oldest was born, I remember feeling a rush of love and a sense of overwhelm when I first held him. Was I prepared to take ca...

The Most Reliable, Accurate Baby Thermometers

In the middle of the night, when your baby is screaming, you need a reliable thermometer that takes quick readings. Accurate readings help you make the right decisions for your baby's health. As a ...

The Ultimate List of 32 Toddler Snacks

I've raised three toddlers, and they were snack monsters, now graduated to snack beasts. In fact, I'm pretty sure my oldest survived almost exclusively on snacks and indignation until he turned fiv...

At Home with Brittany Xavier: An LA Mama Updates her Playroom with Piccalio

Brittany Xavier, an LA mother to three, recently gave her children’s playroom a refresh with Piccalio playroom items. Xavier started out as a fashion blogger and is now widely recognized for her co...

Best Natural Diaper Rash Creams to Cure Diaper Rash Fast

When my daughter was a baby, she got the worst diaper rash. The red, irritated skin made her cry and I felt helpless. No diaper creams seemed to help soothe her sensitive skin. I changed her diaper...

The Top 9 Safest Pacifiers for Your Newborn

If you observe a sleeping infant, you may notice them moving their tongue as if sucking while they slumber. Newborns have a natural need to suck, it's part of their instinct to feed. The best pacif...

When Do Babies Start Sleeping Through the Night?

Sleep deprivation for parents in the first year of their baby's life is a nearly universal experience. Among the top concerns for new parents is when their baby will sleep through the night. Not al...

How We Create Sustainable Furniture and Toys for Children

One of Piccalio's core values is sustainability. As a company that creates products for children, we believe it’s our responsibility to build a brighter future for the next generation and our plane...

How to Choose Baby Walking Shoes: 6 Best Baby Shoes

When your baby starts taking their first teetering steps, you start thinking seriously about the best shoes for first walking. High quality shoes protect their feet and encourage natural movement. ...

Why Our Kids Table and Chair Set Keeps Selling Out

Essential for playtime, crafts, and even snacks, a kids table and chair set is a great addition to any home with children. At Piccalio, we created our Reversible Chair and Play Table set to offer a...

A Montessori Teacher on the Benefits of Chores for Kids

When my oldest was about two years old, he'd follow me everywhere. Like most toddlers, he was glued to me. Whether I was washing dishes, cleaning the bathroom, or cooking, he wanted to be involved....

Our Favorite Nursing Pillow Picks

Achieving a comfortable position while breastfeeding is a challenge. When my oldest was an infant, I remember my back would ache while nursing him in a seated position. My aunt gifted me the Boppy ...

Which Potty Chair is Best for Potty Training?

Your little one is ready to start potty training. One of the most helpful tools for this important stage of life is a potty chair. A toddler potty chair is less intimidating than a regular toilet. ...

How to Play the Montessori Way

When I was a Montessori teacher, I heard a lot of misconceptions about the Montessori approach. Many people thought that Montessori classrooms don't offer space for imaginative play. Instead, child...

When Do Babies Start to Sit Up? Tips from Experts

When my oldest was about 6 months old, I would sit him on the floor. I always put pillows all around him, as he'd always flop over. As a first-time mom, I worried about why he wasn't sitting up yet...

Our 9 Favorite Toddler Clothes Brands for Girls and Boys

When you buy clothes for your toddler, you're looking for a few key qualities. Toddlers require comfort and mobility, as well as durability as they climb all over the playground. We've rounded up t...

How Do I Know if My Child Is Behind in School? Teacher Tips for Parents

Concern about your child's academic performance is natural. You may compare your child to cousins, a friend's child, or siblings to try to gauge their performance. How can you know if your child is...

How to Deal with Back to School Anxiety: Tips from Teachers

From butterflies in your little one's belly, to crying, excitement, and nostalgia, the back to school season brings strong feelings. Both parents and children may struggle with back to school anxie...

Healthy Foods for Picky Eaters from a Pediatric Dietitian

"But I don't like it..." says your 3-year-old, pushing food around their plate. Never mind that they happily ate the same meal last week. Your child has turned into a picky eater and now refuses ne...

10 Must-Have Baby Swaddles to Help Baby Sleep All Night

If you're like most bleary-eyed parents of infants, some more sleep would be welcome. Swaddling is one way to help settle your baby so that you can both get some much-needed rest. We picked out the...

Postpartum Exercise and Challenges: An L&D Nurse and Fitness Expert Answer Your Questions

"We almost think postpartum is harder than labor and birth," say Gina Gonley and Roxanne Albert. Conley and Albert are sisters, moms, and experts in women's health. They specialize in prenatal and ...

5 Top Sleep Tips for Babies and Toddlers from a Pediatrician

Sleep during the first few years of your child's life can be challenging. Newborn sleep is notoriously unpredictable. Yet, sleep for toddlers and young children may also be difficult, with early mo...

Piccalio Products Inspire a Love of Learning in Brella Classrooms

Take a peek at Brella’s outdoor play areas and you’ll see children conquering Piccalio’s Pikler Triangle. While one child slides down, another waits their turn to climb the rungs, building coordina...

5 Reasons Parents Love Piccalio's Best Pikler Triangle

Perfect for wiggly toddlers and newly mobile babies alike, a Pikler climbing triangle is a must-have wooden toy. Which is the best Pikler triangle set? With nearly 200 5-star reviews, our foldable ...

The Safest Baby Spoons that Promote Independence

Meal times with a little one are so exciting once they can start self feeding. Which spoon is the best fit for their small mouth and chubby fingers? The best baby spoons offer an easy, comfortable ...