Early childhood and music education are a near-perfect pair; using their voices and bodies to create song comes naturally to tots, who are eager to express themselves and experiment with new ways to create sound.
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Users as young as 13 can join the TikTok community. In fact, according to Omnicore, 41% of TikTok users are 16 to 24, and about half of TikTok’s global audience is under 34. Omnicore also reports 56% of TikTok users are male and 44% are female. In this blog we tell you what you need to know to keep your children safe and protected from cyber threats.
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Are your kids interested in the deep blue? While they learn about the three layers of the ocean, imagine relaxing in a beach chair listening to the waves crashing. Camping is not only an affordable way to have plenty of family fun, but it’s also a chance for your kids to explore nature and learn about their surroundings.
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Teaching your children how to read at a young age can seem daunting. But we have provided four practical steps that will not only give you a jump start on their training but will equip you to succeed in the endeavor.
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It’s no secret that times are tough right now. Around the world, families are struggling to adapt to the “new normal”. During this time, it’s important to find ways to enjoy time spent with your family at home and bond as a unit.
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With many parents working from home now, some children may be less inclined to worry about having a new childcare provider if they are able to get out of the house and have a change of scene. With a little bit of imagination and a lot of silliness, nannies are sure to have a great time exploring the great outdoors, otherwise known as the yard, with their charges!
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As a nanny providing temporary childcare, you don't always have the opportunity to build rapport with kids over a long period of time. And, let's face it, some kids are slow to warm! The best way to win them over is to be your silliest, most playful self!
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In order to form a great working relationship, it's important for parents and nannies to respect boundaries. It's also important to do so while leaving room for open communication and for seeing the situation from both points of view.
Nannies, read on to learn how you can create space for a great day everyday with work from home parents!
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If you struggle with putting your toddler to bed, these may be some simple idea’s you can try.
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It's not uncommon for newborn babies to sleep the day away, only staying awake for short periods. In fact, infants generally sleep between 16-18 hours in a 24 hour period. In today's blog, we are going over why this much baby sleep is critical for brain development.
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For many of us, our pups were our “first babies” - so what are some ways that we can encourage our dogs to get along with our newborn? In this week’s blog, we give you our top tips to help create a smooth transition when dog meets baby for the first time.
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Having issues with your milk supply? in this week’s blog, we give you our top tips for naturally boosting milk supply. Comment any other tips you have down below!
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As a new parent, it seems the thing you want most in the world (sleep!) is always just out of reach. In today’s blog we go over some of our favorite products to help with your newborn or infant’s sleep schedule so that you and & baby can get some well deserved rest. If you have other products you swear by, share with the community in the comments!
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The New Year brings a fresh start and an opportunity to practice resolution-setting with little ones. While there is no “right way” to teach your children how to set personal goals, a great idea is to encourage them to be a kinder person and friend! That is why this week, we are sharing FTD’s kindness calendars on our blog. Print them out and stick them on your fridge for an easy and fun way to remind your littles to practice kindness.
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How do I know my child is safe in the car? Infant car seats can often be a point of anxiety and worry for some new parents. In this week’s blog, we cover a couple of the common installation mistakes and how to remedy them!
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It is no secret that babies cry, and sometimes they cry a LOT. In this week’s blog, we share Dr. Harvey Karp's “The 5 S” method of soothing a crying baby. This method involves techniques that center around mimicking the womb so you and your baby can take a well-deserved break from all the tears. Check it out and let us know what you think.
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