Nov 2, 2016 | Behavioral & Developmental, Education
By Dena Milliron – Curator of Education for the i.d.e.a. Museum Early experiences shape how your child’s brain gets built. During early development, your child’s brain grows rapidly. Toddlers and preschoolers naturally touch, taste, view, listen and smell to...
Oct 4, 2016 | Behavioral & Developmental, Family Life, Party
Compiled by Kim Heitzmann It’s no secret that being a mom is a tough job: it’s 24/7/365 and the break time is minimal. While motherhood is absolutely amazing and the perks are well worth it, every mom needs time to relax, rejuvenate and refocus. After all, if you...
Sep 6, 2016 | Behavioral & Developmental, Education
By Denise Yearian Preschool is a wonderful time of growth in a young child’s life – a time to broaden his horizons, develop social skills and ignite a love for learning. To help your child adjust to the new environment and ease into the routine, consider these tips....
Sep 6, 2016 | Behavioral & Developmental, Parents Ask, Pregnancy/Baby
Q: My six week old daughter is so fussy. My friends tell me it sounds like colic, but I’ve tried so many different things to calm her and nothing seems to work. What can I do to help her? A: Colic is common and can affect up to three out of ten babies. A healthy...
Sep 6, 2016 | Back Talk, Behavioral & Developmental, Pregnancy/Baby
By: Alexa Bigwarfe As many young couples do, when my first husband and I started talking about having a family, we had our list of things we would not allow our children to do. They would not throw tantrums in public. They would eat what we prepared for them. They...
Jul 11, 2016 | Behavioral & Developmental, Health & Fitness, Medical
Q: I can understand my 4-year-old, but most other people have trouble, including his father. Is there something wrong with him? What sounds should he be saying? What should I do? – Sidney, Glendale People in your family should be able to understand most...
