Dear Dr. Day Care, I am the parent of 2 young children. Do you have any suggestions to get through the hectic holiday season as a working parent? -Holiday Help Dear Holiday Help, December is a hustle and bustle month for most families. Families with young children often experience higher stress levels. This stress can make […]
Not only do we believe in the importance of giving back to our communities, we teach children the value of giving back. We teach children to do good deeds to help their classmates and teachers. We partner with our community to build close links to those around us. We teach gratitude and the importance of […]
Does your family celebrate Halloween by dressing up in costume, trick or treating, putting up spooky decorations around the house, or with any other fun traditions? For me, my favorite part of Halloween is seeing how excited children are about dressing up in costume every year! Costumes can be great for children to act out […]
Dear Dr. Day Care, My three year old son is very scared of Halloween! When I took him shopping and he sees the costumes and decorations, he cries to go home. I really want him to dress-up in costume and go out trick or treating tonight. What should I do? Signed, Scared Dear Scared: […]
Lunchtime is more than just a meal at Dr. Day Care – it’s a time for building connections, learning, and nourishment. 🍎 🥕 🥛 Mealtimes are an important, positive experience. Mindful mealtimes turn the everyday routine of eating into special moments where kids practice being grown up! Skills children will build at mealtimes include: Social […]
Reading aloud to your baby or young child is one of the most powerful ways you can support their development from the very beginning. Experts widely agree that children who are read to regularly experience significant benefits in several key areas including language development, cognitive growth, brain function, and emotional well-being. When you sit down […]