Category: Babies

MOMS… I know you’re out there!!! Breaking it down to your baby’s favorite song stuck in your head 24/7 🎶😆… but did you know that singing and dancing to music actually helps build their brain? 🧠✨ Over the next 5 days, I’m breaking down series on brain-building songs—fun ways to boost language 🗣️, coordination 🤸‍♀️,… Read more

Did you know the brain doesn’t grow on a schedule? 🧠✨ “The brain grows by use, not by a preordained timetable.” – Glenn Doman Many people believe that babies will just develop on their own, without any need for purposeful stimulation. But here’s the truth: while growth will happen naturally, how much and how well… Read more

I just experienced an unexpected 12-hour travel day with three kids—and honestly, if I didn’t know this, my 21-month-old would have had a screen! 🚨 Before you hand your baby a screen while traveling… read this! Your baby’s brain is in overdrive during the first few years, making millions of new connections every second. But… Read more

Did you know that natural sunlight has a powerful effect on your baby’s brain? When the clocks shift, our circadian rhythm—or the body’s internal clock—can get a little confused. But the sun is here to help! ☀️ Here’s how morning and evening light can keep your little one’s sleep on track: 🌞 Morning Light =… Read more

We’ve all heard it—“Screen time is bad for kids!” But did you know FaceTime is a totally different experience for your baby’s brain than just zoning out in front of a show? When your baby FaceTimes with family, it’s real, interactive engagement that helps them learn social cues and build those early communication skills. 👶❤️… Read more

Feet are packed with thousands of nerve endings, muscles, tendons, and ligaments—all connected to the brain. When those little toes are free, they’re getting precious sensory input that builds brain connections! Let those tiny toes breathe and explore the world without shoes! Here’s why being barefoot is SO good for your baby’s brain: 1️⃣ Sensory… Read more

From the sound of their bark to the feel of their fur, every interaction between babies and dogs provides rich sensory input that helps develop essential brain connections. ✨ Dogs also give babies opportunities to learn responsibility and can even strengthen their immune system through early exposure to different microbes! Who knew that puppy love… Read more

Log rolls may seem simple, but the benefits go far beyond playtime. Activities like this build the foundation for skills your baby will use for years—from reading and writing to balance and coordination. Here’s how: 1️⃣ Strengthens core muscles – A strong core helps your child sit upright in class, focus during activities, and stay… Read more

Tummy time is HUGE for your baby’s brain development, but it doesn’t have to be just lying flat on a mat. Here’s why tummy time is so important:✨ Stimulates primitive reflexes (the foundation for rolling, crawling, and walking).✨ Advances motor movements like lifting the head, reaching, and pushing up.✨ Strengthens the neck, shoulders, and core—setting… Read more