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Baby is on the way and you’re in the home stretch! We know you have a lot on your mind, so we pulled together some items to help you think through your to-do list before it's go time. 

No teeth? No problem. While it’s never too late to establish good oral hygiene habits, there are a couple things you can do even before your little one’s first tooth makes an appearance. We sat down with Dr. Fatina, renowned board certified pediatric dentist and mom, to answer your most pressing baby brushing questions. 

Every kiddo deserves a special day dedicated to them and nothing but fun. And, while your little one may not have a birthday party coming up, there still is a reason to celebrate. The second Sunday in June is known as National Children’s Day and it’s meant to encourage families to slow down, turn off the tech and focus on the kids. Here are 6 easy ways to make the day special for them. 

Addressing race and racism with children can be a daunting task and easy to avoid, but research shows that the earlier and more often we normalize our differences, the better we can raise racially conscious children.We called on our resident pediatrician, Dr. Payal Adhikari, M.D. to weigh in on the first steps we as parents can take with our children. 

One way to ensure your little ones embrace others that are different from themselves, is to add toys and books to your playroom that celebrate diversity. We pulled together a few of our favorite toys to help you as parents to celebrate diversity, show your children that they too are represented in the world around them and help us all work towards an anti-racist society.

Teaching kids to celebrate diversity and inclusivity is always important, and now is a great opportunity to start if you haven’t yet done so. If you’re struggling to find a way to start the conversation with your little ones, books are an age appropriate way to go. Whether you’re looking for ways to explain skin color differences or just want to celebrate diversity, we pulled together a list of some of the top children’s books for preschoolers through age 8 to get you started. 

Summer and sunny days are upon us, and along with that comes weekend Lemonade Stands. Not only is a lemonade stand a blast for the little ones, but it actually is a great first way for them to get creative, learn a few business skills and earn some money. And, while the pandemic may be preventing it from happening physically, it doesn’t mean it can’t be done virtually. There are still some fun and different ways to get in on the fun. 

Parent burnout is real in "normal" times let alone in the middle of a pandemic. As parents are moving into their second or third month of being home with their kids, many are feeling the burn. We're now under the pressure to care for our children, home school, manage the household, feed everyone (all. day. long.), give haircuts, and work a full-time job. If you're having a difficult time, you are not alone! We sat down (virtually, of course) with Dr. Sarah Bren, Ph.D. to weigh in on a few easy things parents can...

We get it. It's tricky enough to get your kids to wash their hands properly and avoid touching their face. Now, the CDC is recommending that children over the age of two should wear face masks that cover their nose and mouth when in public settings. Easier said than done, right? 

The great thing about music is that it can interest and entertain kids of all ages. And, with so many parents at home with kids of varying ages, we all could use a few ideas to keep them busy. We scoured the web for the easiest DIY musical instruments to make with your little ones. And, because we know not everyone is the crafty type, we added few quick fix options too.