by Dr. Payel Banik D.O. The term “plagiocephaly” is a Greek derivative that means “oblique head.” Most skull deformities present at birth are the result of molding while the baby is in the womb or during delivery. Brachycephaly is a flattening of the back of the head,...
When it comes to children’s books, we love finding old classics as well as new favorites. If you’re in need of a fun and easy Springtime activity, grab the kids, a basket of books and a blanket and head outside where the books will quite literally come to...
Powered by Salata Cooking healthy meals that are delicious and satisfying can be hard work for us moms! Lately, I’ve been struggling to curate a healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner that include all of the important nutrients and vitamins, only to have my kids come to...
I was recently sitting next to a fellow parent at one of my son’s activities, and as we were discussing the challenges of parenting and exhaustion she leaned over to me and joked that she needed a “parent coach”. At first, I laughed in agreement, but as I thought...
Walk down any toy aisle and there is no shortage of new and exciting toys. It’s easy to think the more “bells and whistles” the better. In fact, simple toys such as blocks and baby dolls provide children with everything they need for building important cognitive and...
With the help of a Director at Random House Children’s Books, the Local Mom’s Network created a list of our all-time favorites! Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak The Giving...