Aggressive behaviors (kicking, hitting, throwing things, etc.) are fairly common in three year olds, but no less unacceptable and distressing for parents. Children who are aggressive could be frustrated or under stress. The stress could be as simple as not wanting to share, or something larger such as a change in the family or a [...]

Somewhere around the beginning of the second year (typically between 18 and 24 months) most children experience a language explosion! Your child should start forming short 2-3 word sentences and have a vocabulary of about 50 words. Throughout the second year most parents notice a continued gradual increase in language ability. By the end of [...]

As a parent you want the very best for your child. Finding quality child care is one of the most critical decisions parents face. Just as a child needs clothing and shoes that fit, they need a childcare program that is also a good 'fit'. Following is a list of suggestions to aid in your [...]