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The best parenting advice, tips and tricks from a mother of four boys. These posts will encourage and empower you to go out and be the best parent you can be!

The Best Parenting Advice

As the mother of four, there are a few things I have learned and am reminded of on a daily basis. First and foremost, little boys have poor aim, they just do. The things that are favorites today are considered poisonous tomorrow. Last but not least, you are not “better at” parenting just because you View Post

Filed Under: Baby (0-1 years), Kid (6-9 years), Parenting, Toddler (2-5 years), Tween (10-12 years) Tagged With: Baby, Expert Answers, Kids, Parenting Shortcut, Potty Training, Toddlerhood

Asking Saves Kids!

Asking Saves Kids! I Ask! Do You? #AskingSavesKids

June 21st is the first day of summer! Ahhhhh, summer! It’s the time of year where families reunite across the miles. Vacations are spent in relatives’ homes and the kids have an endless stream of playdates with friends. We become more relaxed with bed time and even meal time. But as parents, our View Post

Filed Under: Kid (6-9 years), Toddler (2-5 years) Tagged With: Expert Answers, friends, health, Printable, safety

Improve Your Child's Speech - Today. Advice from an expert!

Help Improve Your Child’s Speech – Today! Advice From an Expert

I love teaming up with pediatric experts to bring answers to your questions. I recently had my Facebook followers voice any concerns they had regarding their child's speech development. The response was incredible; we all share so many of the same issues and worries. My favorite Speech Language View Post

Filed Under: Kid (6-9 years), Toddler (2-5 years) Tagged With: Baby, Expert Answers, health, Kids, special needs, Toddlerhood

35 Fun Ways to Improve Your Child's Handwriting! Without Writing! Incredible resource in one article. Written by a pediatric OT - expert advice!

35 Fun Ways to Improve Your Child’s Handwriting – Without Writing!

I often write about issues that concern my readers because I know that if one mom is worried, then chances are that others are as well. Today, I am going to address something that is a worry in my own life, and I am positive that many of you will appreciate the information. How is your elementary View Post

Filed Under: Creative, Kid (6-9 years), Parenting, Special Needs, Toddler (2-5 years), Tween (10-12 years) Tagged With: Expert Answers, health, Kids, special needs

When is Language Development a Concern? Expert Answers! @MamaintheNow

When is Language Development a Concern? An Expert Answers

I recently invited my favorite Speech Language Pathologist (fancy words for "speech therapist"), Liz Blake to answer questions from my Facebook followers. (Be sure to follow me on Facebook to take advantage of future opportunities like this!) I will feature the rest of her answers at a later date, View Post

Filed Under: Toddler (2-5 years) Tagged With: Expert Answers, health, Kids, special needs, Toddlerhood

Playroom Organization tips for Your Child on the Autism Spectrum Disorder ("ASD"). Special needs children will thrive in rooms set up with this system.

How To Organize Toys When Your Child Has Autism

Organize your playroom specifically for your child with Autism Spectrum Disorder ("ASD"). Great tips and tricks to organize toys for your child with autism. It's rare that my phone rings. Normally when friends need me, they text or send an email. When the phone is used for its intended purpose, I View Post

Filed Under: Life Style, Special Needs Tagged With: Expert Answers, health, Parenting Shortcut, special needs

Is Toe Walking Sign of a Bigger Problem?

Is Toe Walking Sign of a Bigger Problem? The Experts Answer

I recently reached out to my readers to learn about what child development questions and concerns they had. One topic that was brought up a few times was “toe walking.” Several parents reported that their toddlers, preschooler and older children walk on their tip toes. Some only do it periodically, View Post

Filed Under: Toddler (2-5 years) Tagged With: Expert Answers, health, special needs, Toddlerhood

Is Tummy Time Really THAT Important? The Experts Answer & Share Tips!

Is Tummy Time Really THAT Important?

I am so excited to be working with Claire and Lauren from the Inspired Treehouse to answer YOUR questions about children’s development and milestones. I recently asked my Facebook friends if they had one question for a group of Pediatric Occupational and Physical Therapists. The response was awesome View Post

Filed Under: Baby (0-1 years), Health Tagged With: Baby, Expert Answers, health, Kids, special needs

What’s the Big Deal About W-Sitting? The Experts Answer

From time to time readers contact me with questions regarding parenting issues. I love receiving those inquiries and I always try to answer them to the best of my ability, based on my own experience as a mother of four. However, some questions are so unique or complex that I have to seek the advice View Post

Filed Under: Health, Kid (6-9 years), Parenting, Special Needs, Toddler (2-5 years) Tagged With: Expert Answers, health, Heart, Kids, special needs, Toddlerhood

Expert Advice Stop Picky Eating Before it Starts

Expert Advice: Strategies to Prevent and STOP Picky Eating

This is the third and last article in the series of "Expert Advice" from Tania Koerber, a Registered and Licensed Dietitian/ Nutritionist and Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition! My Facebook friends were asked to share one question they would want answered by a Pediatric Nutritionist. View Post

Filed Under: Health, Kid (6-9 years), Parenting, Special Needs, Toddler (2-5 years) Tagged With: Expert Answers, health, Kids, Parenting Shortcut, special needs, Toddlerhood

Expert Advice: How to Avoid Weight Gain from Steroid Use

Expert Advice: How to Avoid Weight Gain From Steroid Use

This is the second article as a result of my collaboration with Tania Koerber, a Registered and Licensed Dietitian/ Nutritionist and Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition! My Facebook friends recently shared one question they would want answered by a Pediatric Nutritionist, and boy did I View Post

Filed Under: Health, Parenting, Special Needs Tagged With: Expert Answers, health, Heart, Kids, special needs

Does your child need vitamins? A Pediatric Nutritionist gives her expert answer

Does Your Child Need Vitamins? An Expert Answers

I am so excited to have teamed up with Tania Koerber, a Registered and Licensed Dietitian/ Nutritionist and Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition! – How is THAT for a mouthful (ha ha ha – pun intended). I recently offered my Facebook friends the chance to have a question answered View Post

Filed Under: Baby (0-1 years), Health, Kid (6-9 years), Toddler (2-5 years), Tween (10-12 years) Tagged With: Baby, Breastfeeding, Expert Answers, health, Kids, Parenting Shortcut, safety, special needs

Expert Advice: Get your toddler to sleep like a baby.

Expert Sleep Advice: Get Your Toddler to Sleep Like a Baby!

I introduced you to Melissa from The Cradle Coach earlier this week when she answered your questions from my Facebook page. I am now sharing the rest of the sleep questions that you, the readers asked. Melissa, our sleep expert will have your toddler sleeping like a baby in no time! You will learn View Post

Filed Under: Baby (0-1 years), Health, Parenting, Toddler (2-5 years) Tagged With: Baby, Expert Answers, Sleep, Toddlerhood

Help Your Baby Sleep Longer & Self-Soothe – Without Tears

Last month I posted the following on Facebook: “If you could ask an expert in children's sleep one question - what would it be?” A number of you shared your questions and concerns, which surprisingly (or maybe not so surprisingly) were along the same lines: "How can I help my baby sleep longer?" and View Post

Filed Under: Baby (0-1 years), Health, Parenting, Toddler (2-5 years) Tagged With: Baby, Expert Answers, Kids, Parenting Shortcut, Sleep, Toddlerhood

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