Our children’s health and education are important aspects their well being. Parents care deeply about providing their children with opportunities and work hard to keep them safe and healthy. But few of us understand how sleep is a critical component to our child’s health and ability to learn. Health Sleep is shown to play a […]
Four Reasons Why Quality Sleep is Essential For Your Child: Part One
We all know that sleep serves a purpose, but many parents are surprised to learn the complex functions of sleep in children. Sleep is a time of intense neurologic and physiologic activity; there are times where the brain is more active during sleep than awake. For children this is especially true. By the age of […]
Understanding Your Child’s Napping Needs
Naptime is equally as important as night sleep. Different naps provide different “nourishment” to the child. During the morning nap, babies have more REM sleep (this is the stage connected with dreaming). REM sleep is associated with brain maturation and growth. The afternoon nap is linked with NonREM sleep, which is a deeper stage of […]
Toddlers Take a Toll! How You Can Maintain Marital Satisfaction
Congratulations! You and your little one are surviving and thriving. Your tiny baby has graduated to the toddler stage. Of course, you may feel a mix of emotions right now as your child starts to come into their own. Perhaps you are excited to see them begin to grow up. Or feel a bit ambushed […]
5 Ways Your Relationship Affects the Way You Parent
Parenting is never an easy job. Each day holds unique possibilities and challenges as your relationships with your children develop. However, it’s your relationship with your partner that may have more influence on your parenting than you realize. It’s important that you are aware of how the following aspects of your interactions influence the junior members […]
