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Sitting back and watching your toddler explore their world is good for parent mental health, a new study has found. As part of her PhD at Edith Cowan University in Western Australia, Mandy Richardson conducted the world’s first data-driven study of parenting classes based on the Respectful Approach intervention. The Respectful Approach, modelled on Resources for Infant Educators (RIE)TM, guides parents to treat young children as capable and independent humans who can flourish if given safe space and freedom from too much adult direction. Parents were invited to take part in a class for infants or toddlers over six weeks...

We want all of our families – those in attendance and those who are at home – to still be able to enjoy fun, educational activities with their children. Below are a few music activities families can enjoy with their children of all ages right at home. Infants Play with toy instruments or with toys that have music features such as a rattle or a play mat. Babies will love listening to the different sounds their toys make. Sing songs throughout your day especially during transitions times such as diaper changes, nap time, or bedtime. Change the words to songs...

Walmart toy deals let you treat the kids for less! Head over to Walmart.com to snag this Hey! Play! Ride-On Wiggle Toy Car in Red for just $28.82 (regularly $34.99)! Suitable for ages 3 to 6, this toy car is simple to use – with no pedals, gears, or batteries required. It’s made of high-quality plastic and can withstand up to 150 lbs. This is a fun, easy toy that any toddler or young child can use both indoors or outdoors! On the fence? Check out this review… “This thing is so easy to put together. It took me 5...

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So you made it another year as a parent, and now it’s time to celebrate: You’ve got a 3-year-old’s birthday party to plan! We’ve gathered up some of the best toddler party ideas — whether your little one is obsessed with Minnie Mouse or devoted to Toy Story, these are guaranteed to make your child’s 3rd birthday one to remember. They’re all simple enough to orchestrate yourself, but leave plenty of room for those who want to go all out. Though, let’s face it, 3-year-olds don’t need much besides each other, cake, shiny things to wave about, and the chance to...