We all hear that it is important to read to our kids, but why exactly is that? And in what ways? The benefits of reading to with your children go far beyond literacy. Read on to learn everything your child can gain from spending time reading every day. Empathy and...
In his 1992 best-selling book “The 5 Love Languages,” Dr. Gary Chapman, a renowned relationship counselor, proposed the concept of “love languages.” According to Chapman, there are five love languages in which we express and receive love—acts...
Childhood is a time for wonder—when a cardboard box can become a spaceship and a walk in the backyard turns into a jungle expedition. Encouraging this kind of creative thinking does more than spark fun. It lays the foundation for problem-solving, emotional growth, and...
Hint: You can’t go wrong with interactive playthings and teething toys. By Martina Garvey, the Bump At 4 months old, your little mischief-maker is ready for play—hooray! Most babies this age will be reaching for toys, laughing, babbling and copying sounds. They may...
Giving back is a great way to teach your children good values and help them grow up to be compassionate people. The holiday season is the perfect time to get them involved, and it doesn’t have to be difficult. Here are five ways your family can do it. Donate toys to a...
By Latifah Miles, New York Magazine Seemingly immune to becoming obsolete, dolls are a classic toy that kids naturally gravitate to. And while they are simply fun to play with for kids, Amanda Vierheller, the co-founder and COO of Playgarden, says playing with...
