Do you ever wonder why, despite the fact that you've told your child the house rules, he still isn’t cooperating? Kids need the rules broken down into age appropriate steps so that there are no questions. Here are some examples that will help you do this
Now that I'm on my eleventh toddler, Apollo, I've learned a few things about how to help a toddler play independently and stay focused! Here's what I know about toddler toys — which ones to buy, how to organize them, and how often to rotate them.
Days with toddlers can be very long, so I try to keep mine busy, happy, and out of trouble. Here are five great toddler activities, each one an easy way to entertain your curious kid using stuff you probably already have around the house.
Taking your toddler to the barber does not have to be shear torture — although it can feel that way! When you feel like pulling your own hair out because your little one won’t hold still for a haircut, try these five tips instead.
You could spend the next 18+ years eating at home and getting take-out, but at some point you'll long to sit down to a good family meal that you didn't have to make or serve yourself. Here, members share five tips for dining out — without the whining.
Our delightful son decided that he would do #1 but when it came to #2 nothing worked. Then, one day I had an idea. Hang onto your potty seats — I created a poop jar for M.
When my son split his head open last week I cried all the way to the ER. But the three + hours in the germ-filled waiting room helped me rediscover something I've been missing out on as a parent.
Does your son really love you more than Daddy? Or is your "Daddy's little girl" taking their bond to extremes? Here are four tips from Circle of Moms members on how to balance the family dynamic when your tot prefers one parent over the other.
Just because a kid is pitching a fit in a store or parking lot doesn't mean that the parents don't have it under control. Sometimes, in fact, the best parents are the ones with the screaming kids. I know this — because I've been that parent.
Mom, can I download a new app? If iPhone apps are becoming a daily part of how your child plays, mix a little learning into that playtime. The eight hand-picked apps for 3-6 year-olds in this list, many of them free, are the perfect place to start.
We all have moments of frustration with our kids, whether it's because they're asking their 42nd question of the day or throwing a tantrum over a seemingly trivial issue. In those situations, try using these 7 tips for keeping your cool.
Bringing home a new baby is likely to rock your firstborn's entire world! Here are some tips for grooming a great big brother or sister and dealing with jealousy, both as you make the transition — and after!
Amanda H.'s kids love each other — but also "kick, hit, scratch, pinch, bite, push, shout, jump on each other, throw things at each other, [and] steal each others' toys and snacks." Sounds familiar? Try these tips for promoting harmony at home.
Is a toddler too young to start doing chores? Gemma's two-year-old daughter makes her own bed, tidies up her toys at night time, and puts her dishes in the kitchen when she is finished eating or drinking. Here's how she did it.
How many times have you been in a power struggle with your child over food or sleep? The key to ending the struggles is to give your child “some” control — without relinquishing “total” control. Here's how to manage that balance.
Coax your veggie-boycotting toddler into healthier habits by experimenting with these proven strategies, all suggested by Circle of Moms members who've been through the picky eater stage.
From tiger moms to free range kids, how we parent is a hot topic these days. But why are so many people dishing out advice? And is it really important to listen? Here are three reasons to bother.
Is your toddler like a barnacle, sticking to your side? If it's heart-wrenching to walk out the door and leave him in tears, these tips will make the out-the-door transition easier for both of you.
Toddler boys are famous for their energy levels, and there are certainly a lot of moms in Circle of Moms communities who wonder how to contain their tiny whirlwinds. My advice: Don't try to contain him; just keep him safe and conserve your energy.
Is it really possible to not yell at your kids? The key is leaning how to respond from your heart. Here's how to avoid the kind of in-the-moment reactions you later regret.
The good news about clingy toddlers is that your child really likes you! The bad news is that you can't seem to put her down, even for a moment. Here are some tips for encouraging independence while you get stuff done around the house.
