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Have you ever worried, "is my child sleeping too much?" We've got answers to your most common questions about child sleeping: many hours of sleep does a child need, how much deep sleep does a child need, plus a free printable child sleep chart!

Is My Child Sleeping Too Much? (Free Child Sleep Chart)

There is something about three years old - something almost magical. What a 3-year-old can teach us about life, the moments to treasure.

Why Three Years Old is the Most Magical Age

Don't repeat my mistakes!! Lessons learned from the first time around and what you really need to do to prepare for a second pregnancy (or third, or fourth...)

Rookie Parent Mistakes to Avoid with a Second Pregnancy

Do you know the first steps to protect your family privacy online? 4 things that many people don't know that can jeopardize their safety.

How to Protect Your Family Privacy Online

With so much information (and misinformation) out there, it can be confusing as a parent to know what is really safest! My daughter just turned 8, but is still pretty small, so I need to know: how long DOES a child need a booster seat?

How Long Does my Child Need a Booster Seat?

Do you know how to spot nutritional deficiencies in children? 4 common vitamins/minerals many kids are lacking, watch-out symptoms, & tips to stay healthy.

Common Nutritional Deficiencies in Children & How to Spot Them

The idea of planning first playdates doesn't have to be intimidating or stressful! These four simple tricks will set you up for hours of fun and friendship for your toddler!

Planning First Playdates: 4 Keys for Success

Are roller coasters safe for kids? What parents need to know before they decide whether it's ok for their kids to ride roller coasters and water slides.

Are Roller Coasters Safe for Kids?

There's a LOT of conflicting information about introducing solid foods! What worked for us: first foods, vitamins, & baby-approved healthy options.

Introducing Solid Foods for Babies

Picky toddler stage? When your toddler won't eat vegetables it can be worrisome as a parent! Try these tips to get your toddler to LOVE the "healthy stuff!"

What to do When Your Toddler Won’t Eat Vegetables

Why having big dreams is so important for young children -- How I teach my daughter self-confidence and to value her own worth.

The One Thing I Want to Teach my Daughter

How we get our toddler to take 2-3 hour naps (every single day!) and look forward to it! A simple toddler nap routine that really works!

Toddler Nap Routine for 2-3 Hour Naps Every Day

How to help when your child isn't making friends in school. What to do as a parent -- real ideas to help your child make lasting connections.

When Making Friends Isn’t Easy for Your Child

As a parent, it's tough to see your child struggling with homework! These are four things I've found to be very helpful for achieving homework success.

4 Ways to Help a Child Struggling with Homework

Looking for new, positive ways to motivate your child? Try this alternative to allowance that builds confidence and helps kids understand the value of their work.

Our Alternative to Allowance