Toddler

Most children develop comfort habits as babies. Research suggests that habits such as thumb sucking might even start in the womb. 

I've noticed that even the smallest toddlers, whether they're digging around in the sand at the playground or visiting a friend's house, get the occasional prompt to share and wait their turn.

While many mothers of toddlers are still suffering from a lack of sleep, that doesn’t have to be the case. Most children are able to sleep through the night by 4 to 6 months of age. 

The worst kind of childhood injuries and fatalities are the preventable ones. According to the National Safe Kids Campaign, more than4,700 children ages 14 and under will require treatment each year for window fall-related injuries.

If you're thinking about getting a car seat but are overwhelmed by the options, we made things a little easier for you. With convenience and safety in mind, we reviewed the Diono RadianRXT Daytona car seat. Check out this car seat review to learn more about what you should buy.

Every mom needs a bag of tricks for when boredom strikes.  Here's my list of 6 activities that keep my toddler busy and content.

Nutritious snacking is an important part of a maintaining a healthy relationship with food, and instilling healthy eating habits in your children early—during toddlerhood—is important. Although you may want your toddler to avoid sweets altogether, that's almost impossible, so control sugar consumption by preparing nutritious sweet snacks at home for your little ones, without preservatives or artificials. Try this recipe for your toddler and older kids,

These handmade Rainbow Crayons are a fabulous and easy craft to make for your kids that they will absolutely love! This is also a creative and fun way to reuse all your broken crayon pieces that collect at the bottom of the bin. This DIY is so easy—it only takes minutes—and the result is very beautiful. The clunky shape is perfect for toddler hands, making it easy for your little to draw and to stack the stubby crayons. Try this indoor activity with you little ones. 

Every night, it's the same thing. The kids brush their teeth, put on their pajamas, get a story read to them, are given hugs and kisses and a dream, the lights are turned out, and all hell breaks loose.

Moving is always a challenging task. Throw a toddler or two into the mix and you’ve quickly brewed a recipe for disaster. Believe me, I know.

As you may remember, my preschooler is struggling to sleep. She’s willing to rest, but the scaries keep
her from shutting her eyes.

Like most mothers, I spend a lot of time thinking that my children are the brightest, deepest, most creative and perceptive small boys one could possibly have, potty-training issues aside.

Okay. I’m gonna be honest with you. If you have babies or toddlers, flying basically blows. Don’t kid yourself.

Playing with toddlers can be an exercise in boredom or one of the most breathtaking moments of your life. Or both. Simultaneously.

Today, Firday, Evenflo Company Inc reported that they are voluntarily recalling an estimated 18,000 Maestro Combination Booster seats.