Ever found yourself at the end of your tether, standing in the supermarket aisle, while your toddler lies on the floor, screaming their little head off? You’re not alone. Tantrums are a normal part of toddler behaviour. They can start in children as young as one year old and are a sign that your little…
Imagine you’re sipping your favourite tea and glancing over at your little one playing happily. Then, suddenly, it’s time to pop out for an errand, and those tears start to roll. Ah, the tell-tale signs of separation anxiety—it’s something nearly all parents and caregivers witness as babies grow. It’s like a developmental rite of passage,…
When your little one first masters the potty, it’s a big moment – there’s pride in their eyes and probably a cheer from you, too! But what happens when things seem to slide backward? It might surprise you, but toddler potty training regression is pretty normal. Many toddlers who’ve been zooming along the potty track…
Babies are entirely dependent on their mothers’ milk for all their nutritional needs, from the moment of birth till the time they are about 6 months old. In fact, breastfeeding is so critical to the wellbeing of babies that the World Health Organization (WHO), American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and UNICEF, all recommend exclusive breastfeeding…
If you’re looking for how to entertain a toddler on a budget, it can sometimes feel like a full-time job! Their curiosity and energy seem endless, which can be both delightful and a bit overwhelming. Finding simple yet engaging activities can make all the difference in keeping your toddler happy and you feeling sane. Imagine…
Night terrors in toddlers can be quite unsettling when you first encounter them. Picture this: your little one is suddenly screaming and thrashing around in the middle of the night, yet they’re not truly awake. This sleep disturbance, affecting a modest percentage of children, typically occurs during the first few hours of the night. It’s…
As a mom of two, I know how exciting it is to watch your baby grow and reach new milestones. Tummy time milestones are one of those important steps in your baby’s development. Whether you’re starting tummy time right from when you bring your little one home from the hospital or a bit later, it’s…
Drawing from my journey as a mom of two and a breastfeeding counselor, I know firsthand that the signs your child is not ready for potty training aren’t always straightforward. The excitement of ditching diapers is universal among parents, yet the readiness of our little ones can vary widely. If your child seems to prefer…
You’re exhausted yet hopeful, standing at the edge of sleep’s elusive frontier with your newborn. A false start bedtime can feel like a puzzle with missing pieces, leaving you questioning your approach. Let’s tackle this together, shall we? As a mother myself, I know that by understanding the roots of these disruptive sleep patterns and…
As the sun dips below the horizon, a familiar scene unfolds: the onset of the witching hour, when my little ones, like countless others, would suddenly be engulfed in inconsolable crying, seemingly without reason. As a mother of two, I’ve navigated this tumultuous period, where colicky babies and increased fussiness take center stage, leaving parents…