Toddler

Jumping in puddles is about the most fun a kid can have on a rainy day, and the proper footwear will keep them dry and safe even as they splash around. The best rain boots for toddlers are made of waterproof materials with non-slip soles for…

Toddlers and little kids love to help in the kitchen. Between that and needing to be lifted up to reach the sink to wash their hands 20 times a day, having a sturdy, safe step-stool in the house is a huge advantage. Montessori learning towers are…

Little kids are notorious for munching on whatever they can get their grubby little hands on. Often, a fistful of cereal or a few apple slices is all it takes to appease their growing appetite, but sometimes toddlers eat like they're perpetual…

To keep them as squeaky clean and germ-free as possible, you wash your child's clothes, sanitize their toys, scrub their hair, and brush their teeth, but what about their car seat? How often should you wash a car seat? Sure, your child probably sits…

When it comes to dental care, experts agree that starting early to develop proper oral hygiene habits is key. A variety of products aim to make brushing fun for little ones, but not all are created equal. What you need to know about fluoride and…

Your toddler wakes up with a runny nose for the third day in a row and this time there's a low-grade fever to go with it. You know it's time to call the pediatrician, which will mean a trip to the office and, likely, a coronavirus test just to be…

If you've ever wished you could wave your hands and say "wingardium leviosa!" and your child would just float through the air without you having to carry them, then you need the new Ergobaby Harry Potter baby carriers. I mean, I don't think they'll…

We take for granted the idea that toddlers are self-centered little monsters (whom we love), because toddlers are naturally selfish until we teach them otherwise... right? Not according to Felix Warneken, an associate professor of psychology at the…

Back-to-school season is fast approaching, which means that alongside the binders, pencils, and rulers that you’ll need to stock up on, it’s also time to plan your child’s fall wardrobe. Whether they’re Zooming into class or headed back to the…

Does your little one look at big trucks rolling by with absolute awe, ready to jump on and steer? Are they also extra passionate about sorting your plastic milk jugs from the empty vegetable cans? The Real Rigs Recycling Truck Ride-On Toy from Kid…

States are opening up, and some people are going back to work, heading to outdoor restaurants, and attempting to add some semblance of normalcy in their lives. But people also just need some extra care for their kids. Whether you leave the house or…

I’ve been playing music for my son since he was in my belly, and now he’s still very interested in instruments, singing, and dancing at 2 years old. He even danced when he was an infant, which made me wonder how babies even know how to dance to…

One milestone in my child’s life that I was weirdly excited for was graduating from a bottle to a toddler cup. No more washing bottles by hand and warming up milk? Yes, please. I was overwhelmed at first — I wasn’t sure what kind of cup toddlers…

Like many parents, I decided to use a white noise machine to help our son get to sleep and stay asleep. It was a godsend when we used it during his 4-month sleep regression. But are there negatives to this seemingly positive device? Will white noise…

Dealing with a frustrated or angry toddler can be a challenge, especially when they take their feelings out in a physical way. Sometimes they do this by hitting others, but often toddlers hit themselves to express these emotions. Watching this play…

At this point in the pandemic, your delivery person could probably see your name on a package and know where to take it without looking at the address. If you're like most parents, you've probably been clicking "add to cart" a bit more than usual…

It's the thick of summer right now, but it's also the thick of a global pandemic. So obviously, water parks, community pools, and other places where there are lots of people staying cool are out. Thankfully, there are inflatable pools from Amazon…

From the moment your child is born, they are nothing short of extraordinary in your eyes. Each milestone only serves to further reaffirm your beliefs that your little one is surely a genius but, while they are definitely gifted in your eyes, are…

Wearing masks when you're out and about is the new normal, but that doesn't mean that everyone will adapt right away — especially kids. With states reopening, and day cares and camps in session, how are kids reacting to caregivers in masks? Everyone…