This article covers the reasons why "W" sitting is not good for kids.

You see it all the time. Many Preschool and Kindergarten students sit with their feet splayed out behind their bottoms. When therapists and sports coaches see this sitting position in children, they react as though…

Here are some ways to express your love in a language your young child knows.

Ways to say 'I Love You'

• Make saying, “I love you” an unconditional and routine part of your day. Say “I love you” after snack, at nap and bedtime, etc.…

Strawberry Poke Cake is one of our family's favorite desserts for Valentine's Day!  It is a moist and delicious cake that literally melts in your mouth!  If you'd like a light dessert that isn't too filling, this cake will surely be a winner with your family,…

One thing nobody ever tells you about having kids is that you're going to accumulate a veritable mountain of stuff. There is literally stuff all over my house - toys, school supplies, old clothes. There is so much stuff that my family barely has room to breathe. So, to remedy this situation, my husband and I decided to host a yard sale.

It was a stressful afternoon, to say the least – especially considering it’s right after the holidays – but thankfully by the end of the day we had…

The Patriotic Ideas for Kids below are some of the best our kids have enjoyed from around the web!  We hope you and your children enjoy them, too!  Click the links or the photos for detailed descriptions! 

Patriotic Math Games for Kids via …

Paper bag books are great crafts to make with kids for Valentine’s Day (or ANYDAY)! The books are inexpensive to make and the tab pulls make it easy for tiny fingers to turn the pages.

Materials needed:  5 paper lunch sacks (per child/book), a stapler, foam craft numbers 1-10, glue sticks, assorted cardstock in…

Little Green sent me a lovely package of kid and baby products to try as shown below. 

I only have one child so I enlisted the help of my neighbor to try them on her children (aged 3 and 6) as well. Thanks again…

Joe Rothstein, MS, CCC-SLP explains the differences between Auditory Processing and Language Processing, two terms that are often mistakingly used interchangeably. Joe provides information on understanding symptoms, treatments, and how to provide classroom modifications to help children with auditory and language-based challenges.

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During the month of December, I made a trip to see my Primary Care Physician and he noticed that I put on quite a few pounds since I was last in to see him.  I managed to gain around 15 pounds in about a three month time frame, and he wanted to help me make a change in the right direction.  If your like me, I often put my own health on the back burner and tend to the kids.  I also struggle with chronic pain and depression which doesn't help the situation.  

I agreed with the…

Do you dread the time between when your kids get home from school and dinnertime? Are fights, yelling and crying more inevitable than death and taxes? Then you, my friend, have fallen victim to the deep, dark and mysterious black magic of the witching hour. Before you call your tax adviser, I’ve got some concrete advice to help break the nasty spell. No longer will you be the Wicked Witch of the West. Just keep these tips in mind, tap your glitteriest red shoes together and say it with me:…

Every January, our family has a bit of the "post Holiday blues!"  We've worked and played, wrapped gifts, made special foods, and attended special family events to celebrate Christmas and the New Year!  January, especially in the Midwest, can be cold and a bit dreary.  If your family needs a little "pick me up," perhaps an evening "Snowman Party" will help to lift spirits!…

This article will describe the role and functions of a PNP and explain why you might consider saying “yes” to that appointment.

What is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)?

A PNP is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who…

How do you know if your child has a speech and/or language delay?

Padrick is an adorable, happy, social, red headed, thirty-month-old child with a face full of freckles.He runs into the kitchen where he finds his mom and starts pointing at the freezer.His mom asks, "What do you…

Sensory Processing Disorder is a neurologically based problem stemming from the brain's inability to integrate the sensory input it receives from the sensory systems.

Meet Sarah.  She is a blond, curly haired, two year old who is creating quite a fuss in the grocery store.  Her…

Are you in the organizing mode for the New Year?  Do you have toys, games, or learning resources that your own children have outgrown?  Would you be willing to donate the items to other parents or teachers if shipping costs were paid to you?  

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