When planning road trips, there are two main things to consider - length of time and filling that time. Let's start with length of time. If your child is still taking naps, coordinate your trip to overlap with the nap. Of course, the best laid plans can go awry, but chances are good that by traveling...

One of the most affordable and relaxing things that a family of any size can do for the summer is take a trip to the park. Here are some suggestions of things you can do at your local park to enjoy a lazy summer day: Bring a picnic basket! Nothing makes a trip to the park more enjoyable than a nice light...

Let's be honest, no one sits down to play a game to lose...and there is nothing wrong with that. From a child's perspective, winning a game can instill self-confidence. Nevertheless, we can't win all the time and learning how to play and lose with dignity is every bit as important as learning...

Imagination games are not only affordable; they are a necessary way to encourage your little one to use his or her mind to the fullest. Studies have shown that children who are encouraged to use their imaginations build skills that will benefit them later in life. Here are some ways to encourage imagination...

Bath time no longer needs to be something to dread. Here are a few techniques to help make bath time fun time. Activities Singing is not only a fun way to pass the time; it may help relax children of any bath time anxieties. Before the next bath, freeze some small plastic toys in Styrofoam cups filled...

One of the greatest gifts a parent can give their child is quality time. But as most parents will understand, quality time is much more complex than just being with your kids; it is taking an active role in understanding them and trying to help as they form a view of the world. Some things you can consider...