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10 Random Spring Holidays You Need to Celebrate

Embrace the weird and random with these 10 spring holidays you won’t want to miss. Trust me, your kids will dig it.

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Joy Turner

Joy Turner has been vice president of education for the Kiddie Academy brand since January 2020. Prior to coming to Kiddie Academy, she spent over 20 years as a leader in early childhood education.

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Dr. Mike Sherman

As a licensed clinical psychologist and Napa Infant-Parent Mental Health fellow at the University of California, Davis, Dr. Mike Sherman is an expert in the field of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health.

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Natasha Scripture

Natasha Scripture is an author, poet, health coach and former aid worker. As an emergency spokesperson for the United Nations, Natasha covered humanitarian crises around the world.

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Katelyn Denning

Katelyn Denning is a life coach for busy working moms. After spending more than a decade in the corporate world with 3 young children, Katelyn understands what it’s like to juggle all of the different roles.

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Baby Walkers Have Changed: Here’s What Parents Should Know 

Mobility supports more than physical development. It can encourage exploration, learning, cause-and-effect understanding, and confidence-building through play.

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The Wobbly Truth About Baby Walkers: How to Use Them Safely

When used thoughtfully and correctly, modern walkers can be part of a balanced movement routine. Here’s what parents should know, and how to use them safely.

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5 Routines That Infuse Everyday With Gratitude

Evidence to date suggests practicing gratitude leads to psychological and physical well-being. And doing so consistently as a family is best.

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3 Ways to Deal With Your New Mom Identity Crisis

The truth is, you can be a mother who loves motherhood, but doesn't assume it as the whole of her identity. And that's ok.

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How to Survive your First Airplane Trip with your Baby

From handling the change in air pressure to being prepared with bottles and all the snacks, here's how to get ready for your first airplane trip with your baby.

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10 Reasons You Should Take a Summer Road Trip with Your Kids

2,100 miles in an automobile with two kids might sound like a nightmare. But with a hearty sense of adventure (and humor) it could be the best trip ever.

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