Nurturing Tips

The Scholar

by Dr. Greene 1/22/2013 9:16:20 PM

The following post is the third installment of a five-part series describing the various stages of a baby’s cognitive development. The scholar’s story is one of emotional and intellectual growth. Behind the scenes, your baby is gaining, not just strength and coordination, but a deep understanding of the way things work.
The Poet

by Dr. Greene 1/22/2013 9:16:11 PM

The following post is the fourth installment of a five-part series describing the various stages of a baby’s cognitive development. The poet’s journey is the story of learning to observe and describe one’s experience of the world. Great poets are first great listeners.
The Parent Detective

by Dr. Greene 1/22/2013 9:16:01 PM

The following post is the final installment of a five-part series describing the various stages of a baby’s cognitive development. As parents, you get to be detectives, solving the ever-changing mystery of what will make your baby smile. And the clues you unearth are also the best clues to the developmental tasks that are important for your baby to learn next.
How to Keep Toys Clean Without Using Toxic Chemicals

by Dr. Greene 1/16/2013 8:02:06 PM

All parents know it’s a pain, but needs to be done. Your child’s toys get sticky and dusty and germy and they simply must be cleaned. But, what’s the best and safest method? How often should you do it? Here’s a quick guide.
10 Tips for Alleviating Baby’s Separation Anxiety

by Dr. Greene 1/16/2013 7:56:39 PM

Most healthy babies and toddlers exhibit at least one phase of stranger/separation anxiety as part of normal development.