Emma is dedicated to educating parents and helping them be the best parents they can be! As a parent, where do you begin?
Website www.EmmasChildren.com Facebook www.facebook.com/pages/Emmas-Children/262224111265 Twitter http://twitter.com/emmaschildren Children don’t come with a ‘getting started’ manual, and in today’s information heavy world, it is increasingly difficult to know who to listen to, what to do, and how to do it. Emma Jenner is a child development and behavioral specialist. No matter how big or small
08/28/2015
A new mum's body and how/why we produce is truly fascinating. Excellent read!
The More I Learn About Breast Milk, the More Amazed I Am To produce breast milk, mothers melt their own body fat. Are you with me? We literally dissolve parts of ourselves, starting with gluteal-femoral fat, aka our butts, and turn it into liquid to feed our babies. Before and after giving birth to my daughter 10 months ago, I was inundated with urgent di…
08/22/2015
More than just the ABC song: Fun toys for letter learning!
I especially love the Melissa & Doug "water works" activity book. Kids love the invisible ink marker!
ABCs of Play: 10 Awesome Alphabet Toys for Preschoolers Give your little scholar an edge in phonics with these super fun games and toys.
08/21/2015
If friends offer to help with a new baby, what things would you appreciate most?
Bringing over dinner? Watching the baby while you take a bath? Taking the dog for a walk?
18 Ways To Help A New Mom – Mommypotamus “What Can I Do To Help?” If you say this to a mama and she looks at you like it’s a trick question, don’t give up. Sometimes asking for what we need is tricky, you know? Especially when we love, respect, and can’t imagine you scraping lasagna off our plates and taking out our trash! [&hellip
08/14/2015
Have a family game night before they head back to school. This is definitely the ultimate list.. so many great ideas!
#10 "Classification" would be a good one to get their minds working and #25 "Pudding Pictionary" looks like good, messy fun! Which are your family favorites?
85 Indoor Activities For The Whole Family! 85 indoor activities for the whole family! Yep, you read that correctly, 85 brilliantly, amazing indoor activities to brighten the mood and get the family playing together!!
08/08/2015
Get the outside with these fun neighborhood games! Summer isn't over just yet :) Scholastic Parents
The 8 Best Neighborhood Games You played ’em when you were a kid — now it’s your child’s turn to have fun. Pick one of these kid-pleasers and try it on your gang this evening!
08/05/2015
Picky eating in children linked to , and - finicky eating habits may be part of a more complicated psychological story. Thoughts? I'd love to hear from parents with picky eaters.
Picky Eating in Children Linked to Anxiety, Depression and A.D.H.D. In some children, finicky eating habits may be part of a more complicated psychological story.
08/03/2015
: My husband and I have found it helpful to plan our nighttime approach ahead of time. The key is getting clarity right up front about what we'll do if our son wakes up. Negotiating a sleep philosophy at 2:00 a.m. is not good!
08/01/2015
: Use children's books to help teach your children manners - that way, it isn't all coming from you! http://childrensbooksguide.com/manners
Best Children's Books to Teach Good Manners As a parent, there are lots of different important things that you want to make sure to teach to your child. For many parents, good manners and behavior come near the top of the list. This is understandable; being polite and knowing how to act in certain situations is a vital part of having a happy…
07/31/2015
I love Dr. Seuss! I was so excited to hear the news this morning. A lost manuscript was published on Tuesday, and is the first new story from Theodor S. Geisel or "Dr. Seuss" in 24 years.
"What Pet Should I Get?" was found in a box in the author's studio by his widow after his death and rediscovered 2 years ago. Can't wait to read it to Ella :)
07/30/2015
Putting into perspective. Photos like these can help (us too!) learn to estimate healthy portions. How do you teach your kids about healthy servings?
Although these particular examples are for an adult diet, providing visuals can help kids picture portion sizes for a variety of foods.
Besides photos and portion control containers, you can use household items to help them estimate serving sizes. For example, 1 oz. of pretzels (1 serving size) is about the size of a tennis ball or 1/2 cup of vegetables (1 serving size) is about the size of a computer mouse.
Here Are 10 Pictures of Your Daily Recommended Servings of Fruits & Vegetables — Delicious Nutrition What's the most important part of a nutritious diet? Most of us can automatically recite the answer: fruits and vegetables. And yet it can be tough to eat the daily recommended amount of produce, and most Americans simply don't. I've certainly been among that 75% — the estimated percentage of us who…
07/29/2015
How things have changed since giving birth
07/27/2015
Great outdoor activity for a hot day. Let them "paint" the yard for hours of washable fun! for
Did this with the kids this weekend and they were entertained all afternoon painting the deck, the fence, the sidewalk, and occasionally each other ;)
It actually looked really pretty when it dried, and the best part is it's gone with a quick rinse of the hose.
Washable Chalk Paint for Kids If you are looking for a way to keep the kids entertained this summer check out this Washable Chalk Paint for Kids. My kids spent HOURS "Painting" The fence in the back yard and even when they were finished they were still asking for more paint. The best part is that the "Chalk Paint" washes away wi…