I never wanted to give birth at home. “How foolish” I would think back in the summer of 2012. And looking back I can pinpoint that I really meant “how scary, unknown, and foreign.” The the reality is, that was just my culture and lack of understanding talking. Quite honestly, it was also I think…
Many would say that I am pretty extreme when it comes to car seat safety. But even if you’re not, please keep reading. I’m not here to judge you, nor belittle you. Sometimes our family gets car seat questions like: “You continue to rear-face your child until they are FOUR?!” “Jenn is seriously still in…
From birth, the two aspects of development that are continual are language and aotor skills. Both are greatly influenced by each other and even more interestingly, music. Therefore, it is important to start developing a love for and involvement in music at birth and continue throughout life.
I never met my grandmother. Before she ever reached her 50th birthday, she had breast cancer that had spread into her bones. So in 1969, my grandmother passed away leaving behind five kids that would have countless kids and grandkids of their own. And from a very early age, I mourned the fact that I…
This is a touchy subject. While it’s literally about touch, it’s also an open letter with my heart in my hands to try explain my childhood to all those who didn’t and still don’t understand. It’s to defend myself as an adult and to not be ashamed that “I am who I am”, and I have…
Energy conservation is becoming an increasingly necessary topic to discuss. As we have more technology than ever, we are using more power than ever. In our lives and in our children’s lives, can you imagine the amount of energy that will be used and how far technology will soar? Taking the time to form small…
Today kicks of a month-long series devoted to raising eco-conscious kids and educating them about the environment. Earth day is April 22, and we have a great topic list to educate yourselves and even your youngest children about reducing our impact and consumption and increasing our awareness. From the basics of recycling and crafting with…
Keeping children safe is always the goal of parents. So when car seats come into question as we are speeding down the road at 25, 45, and even 75 miles per hour, it’s important to make sure they’re properly restrained. Because let’s be honest, we’re driving faster and more distracted than any other generation before…
There are several ways to live greener without making drastic changes. It just takes a little thought, a little effort, and maybe some planning. Especially with kids, we can make big changes for the long-term ecological impact. I hope that you will join me in making some little changes that will reduce your family’s carbo…
The groundbreaking studies of Piaget have shown the many aspects of cognitive and intellectual developmental markers. As a certified teacher, much of my collegiate education revolved around the psyche of the pre-adult mind. The work of Jean Piaget will forever be crucial in understanding the learning processes. The most important point Piaget makes, in my…