Exploring Single Motherhood: A Personal Experience
The late bloomer in me had had enough and was ready to take destiny into her own hands. My clock was ticking louder than ever, and my desire to get married and have kids was [Read More]
Article Category: Child Development
The Impact of Homeschooling on Girls’ Education Outcomes
Homeschooling can be a viable solution for many girls around the world who have challenges when it comes to education; however, it’s important to look into the potential impact this type of education may have [Read More]
Getting Mentally and Emotionally Ready for the Parenting Role
You think you’ve prepared yourself and done all the things you thought you needed to do. But are you ready? There may still be more work to do in preparing for the big changes ahead. [Read More]
Local Author Helps Teach Children About Disabilities
If you and your child see a child or adult in a wheelchair, instead of looking the other way, look them straight in the eye and say “good morning,” says Birmingham author Mary Anne Freeman. [Read More]
Benefits of Gardening with Kids
Warmer months are just around the corner. If your family is anything like mine, you are ready to spend as much time outside as possible soaking up the sun and enjoying nature. Spending time outside [Read More]
6 Fun Ways to Introduce Your Child to New Cultures
The Disney song, It’s a Small World, highlights how we all are connected and was created to promote the message of international peace and inclusion of diversity. The world is meant to be explored and it is [Read More]
Why Childhood Friendships are Important for Development and Ways Parents Can Help
Growing up, I was very introverted and timid. At the age of six, my parents enrolled me in ballet classes with the hopes of overcoming my shyness. It worked! I made great friends in that [Read More]
Color Quest AR – A KIDS FIRST! APP Review
Color, learn, and discover fun characters that come to life in your exciting augmented reality quest for health! Stayhealthy’s new educational app includes fruits, vegetables, and a magical look into the human body with engaging [Read More]
5 Ways to Celebrate National Children’s Book Week
Books have always meant the world to me. As a young child, my family always read to me and as I got older, we continued to love reading together as a family. It is so wonderful to [Read More]
Summer Reading Tips
Dr. Amy McCollum is a pediatrician at Midtown Pediatrics in Birmingham. She says it is important for parents to encourage strong reading habits in their child, and she says that begins at birth. “I would [Read More]