I have four children ages seven and under. (Yes, I said four.)
We have always lived in a small space, so I have never been one to over-do it on "baby gear." In my opinion if you follow the "must have"...
Earlier this year the CDC unveiled new child development milestones guidelines which shocked people, myself included. As an Early Intervention professional, I have a lot of thoughts about these changes.
But let's start at the beginning.
What is a milestone and...
When our son was about 2 years old we started getting worried about balancing screen time with playtime. However, we also knew that getting rid of screens completely was not the solution for us. So we decided to choose...
Over the last few months, my daughter has developed a fascination with birds. She’ll hear them chirp, gasp, and say, “bird?” Her pronunciation sounds a lot more like “boiwd,” but she has the same reaction every single time she...
While the increase of "awareness" days have done their job, and we are all more aware of many things recently, the very first Autism Awareness Month was recognized by The Autism Society in 1970. It was adopted by...
As I type this, I am nine months deep into my fourth pregnancy, so I have some experience with baby gear. Here's my tried and true list of must-have baby items that I wouldn't want to 'mom' without.
Baby Sleep:
Pack...
My third son is the most curious, lovable, and adorable creature on Earth. He just turned one, and his brothers, his Daddy, and I are all nuts for him. He also, for the last six months of his life,...
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As I slogged through my pregnancy with my third, and last, son, one phrase cheered me up over and over again: it's the last time! The last time stressing my way to the end...
Have you ever wondered if your child is developing appropriately? Sometimes a developmental delay is obvious—but a lot of times it looks subtle. That voice is your head says, “Is this normal?” As parents we second-guess ourselves all the...
This pandemic has certainly shifted how many of us think about gatherings with family and friends. Personally, I've had a hard time figuring out how to celebrate milestones like holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries. As our son’s 2nd birthday neared,...
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Family-Friendly Walks Throughout Rhode Island
Now that spring has officially arrived and warmer weather is (hopefully) on its way, it's the perfect time to get outside for a family...
