The idea is that, when our babies face our left sides, us moms and our babies are both better equipped to read each other’s facial expressions and social cues. It’s also been demonstrated that children subconsciously run to their mother’s left sides when they approach them in need. Mothers, also, naturally lead their kids toward their left side when we sense fear or danger. It’s a protective instinct. Read More
5 Things That Helped Me Through College
In the end, it all worked out. I graduated with not one, but two degrees. The reality of it all though, is that if I had the knowledge that I do now, or some guidance to the options available to me, the direction I could have taken would have been much smoother and much quicker saving me time and money. Read More
5 Science-Based Tips to Guide Kids’ Media Use
The AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics) has long recommended limiting children’s screen time or media use to less than two hours, but… Read More
21 Famous Quotes About the Love of Reading
This post is for all of our fellow bookworms out there! A 2015 survey found that 27% of Americans did not read a book within the past year, but it also found that 80% of young adults between the ages of 18 and 29 had. Read More
What to Say When Your Teen Doesn’t Want to Go To College
Teens today face an extremely difficult decision — whether or not it’s worth it to go to college. Read More
President Obama Signs BABIES Act, Giving Fathers Greater Access to Changing Stations Across America
The Act received bipartisan support in Congress, and although it only mandates that certain federal buildings must make changing stations readily available to both men and women, it is a small, but greatly appreciated, step in the right direction. Read More
Giveaway! Whistlefritz Spanish Learning DVDs, CDs, & Book!
5 prizes! One winner! Enter for your chance to win these award-winning Spanish Learning products from Whistlefritz. 2 DVDs, 2 CDs, and 1 lesson plan book! Read More
Shadow Games – a Great Way to Teach Kids About Light
The seasons are changing. The days are shorter. We’re spending more time indoors, but that doesn’t mean that everything is doom and gloom. Read More
10 Powerful Ways to Improve Your Child’s Mental Abilities
Not all children are born equal. While some kids are born with natural knack for numbers and problems, others are naturally athletic and outgoing. Read More
These Teal Pumpkins Aren’t Just Pretty, They’re For a Great Cause
So how do you participate? You can simply paint a pumpkin teal and place it on your doorstep, indicating that you are offering non-food treats for trick-or-treaters. You can also print out a mini poster from FARE’s website to post outside of your door, similarly telling allergy families that they are safe to accept treats from your home. Read More