10 Home Schooling Apps to Try
If you’re moonlighting as a homeschool teacher for the next few weeks, technology can help get you up to speed. High quality apps and websites exist for every subject and every age. For younger kids, they can add some variation to other screen-free activities. For school age kids and teens, they can complement their school’s remote learning program. Here are ten we love. Foreign Languages Early Lingo – A wonderful mom-founded...
How much Screentime is too much?
We all know that less screen time is better for kids. And the current recommendations are clear, from the American Academy of Pediatrics: for kids under 18 months, screen time should be limited to video chatting, while for kids 2 to 5, it should be kept to 1 hour per day and parents should watch with kids to help them understand what they’re watching. Of course, this is easier said than done, and many of our preschoolers are...
5 Ways to Help Moms Stay Happy Over the Holidays
This story was contributed by Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW. Ah…the most wonderful time of the year (wink, wink)! More like the most stressful time of year, especially for all of us “making” the holidays—aka moms. Here are some tips to help actually feel lots of moments of joy during the most marvelous time of the year! Set Good Boundaries It’s okay to say no, even over the holidays. Setting firm boundaries helps us stay present by being more...
Halloween Safety Tips For Safe Trick or Treatin’
You’ve already made sure that the house is decorated, the candy is bought, and costumes are made/purchased/cleaned; it is never too late to discuss some tips with your kids on how to be safe while out Trick or Treating. Here are few tips before the spooky fun begins: Always have a responsible adult accompany smaller children Older kids going alone should always Trick or treat in groups; never alone! Bring a flashlight with you; it...
7 Cost Free Child Proofing Tips by Local Company Precious Baby Protectors
Do you have a curious little one at home? Rick Levinton, founder and owner of Precious Baby Protectors, shares his top 7 childproofing tips you can do yourself. 1. FINGER PINCHING IN DOORS: Ouch! Take a bath towel, throw it over the top of the door so the door doesn’t close fully and pinch their fingers. Jam it in the hinge to restrict the door even more. 2. REFRIGERATOR MAGNETS: They hit the floor when people brush past them and...
Keeping Your Little One Safe Through Fall and Winter
Texas weather is about to change again and one of the biggest concerns every parent has is how to keep their sweet children safe from the elements. There are many ways to care for and warm your little ones and protect them from colds, viruses, and the like as the temperature gets chilly. Click to learn more, courtesy of SignatureCare Emergency Center.
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Meet a Houston Mom | Meet Kryse Broussard of Sleeping Pandas Pediatric Sleep Consulting
The Houston community has been so supportive overall…especially the different moms’ groups and neighborhood groups. I think it really helps my business for other parents to see that I’m relatable and that we are all in this together. The majority of my business comes from meeting parents within my local community and referrals.
