December is a month that can only be tackled by a large peppermint latte with two extra shots of espresso. Multiple holidays, three families to visit, four meals to eat, two gifts to drop off – not to mention it all has to be worked around the baby’s feeding schedule or a toddler’s nap time….
Look at any class picture and you’ll see kids of the same age in all shapes and sizes. Some kids look small next to their peers, while others literally stand head and shoulders above their classmates. Kids grow at their own pace. Big, small, tall, short — there is a wide range of healthy shapes…
One of the most important things you can do for your child is to instill a love of books at a very young age. Reading to your child often is the best way to foster this affinity for books and reading. It’s important to remember, though, to make reading fun for your child. One way…
Throughout the year I am always very appreciative of the small and big things in my life that give me meaning. The month of November however does seem to make an imprint even more on thankfulness as we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Many are posting their 30 days of thankfulness on Facebook so I figured…
Binder Clips are inexpensive, come in a variety of sizes and colors, and are extremely versatile. They can be labeled for stacks of paper (think “To Be Filed” in the office) and the boxes or bins they are clipped to (think “Hand Towels” in the linen closet). They are especially useful when paired with pegs…
Three ring binders can be your best friend if you want to get and stay organized. From recipes to photos – binders can give all your paperwork a home so that everything has a place and is easy to find. They come in many different sizes, styles and colors. Here are some ideas to get…
If your toddler loves banging pots and pans, your middle schooler is still singing all the songs from Frozen or your tween has his ear buds in 24/7, you may have a music lover on your hands. Which is great news, because music is incredibly beneficial for children! Beyond learning how to play an instrument…
Thanksgiving is a unique holiday. For some people, it marks the beginning of the Christmas season. For others, it’s a day to forget work and devote their attention to family, food and football. But for everyone, it should be a day to be mindful of their health because Thanksgiving is also National Family History Day….
Sugarplum Festival of Trees The Sugarplum Festival of Trees is an annual holiday extravaganza that kicks off the holiday season for the Miami Valley. Please join the more than 350 TWIG volunteers that have worked year-round to make this spectacular holiday event possible. There will be a gala, Ladies Luncheon and Breakfast with Santa as…
As Thanksgiving approaches, children are often reminded to think about what they’re grateful for. While focusing on gratitude this special day of the year is important, what we’d really like to do as parents is instill a sense of thankfulness in our kids every day. Therapists agree that cultivating an attitude of gratitude in children…
