Toddler

Looking for Black Talking Dolls? This Line Is Perfect for You

Niya Dorsey’s Brains & Beauty Dolls say 20+ empowering affirmations.

5 easy Montessori activities to keep kids entertained this holiday season

Here are some easy "boredom busters" from an expert!

Smallbirds are back and we want them in every color

Sustainable meets adorable.

These are the best Trader Joe’s snacks for kids — tested and approved by actual kids

Overwhelmed by all the choices? Start here!

23 Montessori inspired toys that will grow with your child

Your littles will come back to these toys again and again.

25+ of our favorite gifts for 4-year-olds–from the practical to the fun

These fresh picks encourage preschoolers to get lost in their creativity and imagination.

Paid leave has been added back into major social spending bill

Speaker Pelosi added four weeks of paid family leave back into the social spending bill.

Your child’s social skills in kindergarten are more important than their academics

Here are five to focus on building in your kiddo.

Meet the Gracious Gobbler: Your family’s new November tradition

It's a tradition you'll want to keep for years.

23 kid-approved lunch ideas you’ll want to steal

Looking for some tried-and-true lunch time suggestions? We've got you covered, mama.

Montessori at home: 7 ways to prepare your child for preschool

1. Learning starts at home.

Create the perfect reading nook for your child with 6 simple steps

If you've been searching for some inspo to create the perfect reading nook for your child (and you), we've got you covered!

Ara Katz wants kids to love their microbiomes

In a new kids’ book, the Seed co-founder helps kids explore the miraculous world of gut bacteria—and teaches them how to nourish these “invisible friends.”

5 lies about potty training I wish I never listened to

I had no idea what I was getting into when I started potty training, but I learned a lot during the process.

15 toys that will keep your kids entertained inside *and* outside

They transition seamlessly for indoor play.

The best STEM toys for toddlers and kids that encourage curiosity & exploration

Kids are born engineers. Keep feeding that fire, mama.

What to do when your toddler needs a nap but won’t take one

Here are some typical reasons your toddler won't nap—and suggestions to solve each problem.

50 sensory activities for 1-year-olds to help them learn by playing

Promote brain development and let baby have fun.

Childhood vaccination rates continue to plummet since the start of the pandemic

"This leaves many children, especially younger ones, at risk of serious illness from vaccine-preventable diseases, like measles and whooping cough."

Want tear-free shots? These devices can reduce pain from vaccinations and injections

Ask your pediatrician about the Shotblocker or Buzzy.