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July 23, 2018

For Baby – 3 Simple Outdoor Safety Tips for Summer Adventures With Your Toddler

Summer is the season of barbeques, loud family reunions, and splashing in the pool. It may feel slightly overwhelming when you begin to think about keeping your little one safe while they explore the outdoors, especially with every weekend packed...

June 28, 2018

For Baby – How To Deal With Temper Tantrums: 9 Effective Tactics to Handle Meltdowns

Temper tantrums are the nightmare of parents (and expecting parents) everywhere. Just hearing the word can give you chills, and you may even start to imagine the shrieks and screams in your head. Although temper tantrums are absolutely stressful and...

May 15, 2018

For Baby – How to Handle a Curious Baby: Tips for Dealing With Adventurous Babies

Curiosity is a natural trait in all humans, but it is especially present in babies. Everything is a new experience for them, so it’s hard to blame them for wanting to explore the world around them. But, with this new...

May 3, 2018

For Baby – 10 Pieces of Outdated Parenting Advice You Can Ignore

From the second you announce your pregnancy, it is inevitable that you will become bombarded with tons of advice. Whether it’s you poring through dozens of parenting books or just receiving unsolicited advice from everyone in your life, all of...

April 18, 2018

For Baby – How to Take a Road Trip With a Toddler (and Stay Sane!)

Traveling with a toddler in tow adds a whole new level to your daily planning. Diaper bags, changing pads, baby wipes, extra clothes — it can feel like you’re packing for a trip just to go to the grocery store....

April 3, 2018

For Baby – Benefits of Using Baby Gates: What to Buy & What to Avoid

Little ones grow fast and start exploring their surroundings before you know it. Once they start crawling, and even before, parents need to take precautions to keep them safe during moments when curiosity takes over. Child safety gates are best...

March 19, 2018

For Baby – The Benefits of Color and Child Development

The Benefits of Color Written by Dr. Kim Van Dusen, LMFT, RPT Owner/Founder of The Parentologist w/ Dr. Kim January 2018 As a mom and child play therapist, I often get asked questions about child development. It is very common...

February 7, 2018

For Baby – 7 Essential Tips for Baby Proofing Your House

Every new parent has to think about baby proofing their house sooner rather than later. Whether it’s the nursery, kitchen, or bathroom, every room has a potential issue. As we all know, it’s essential to keep your baby safe at...