Toddlers and spit, a combination no parent ever dreams of, yet almost every parent encounters. Spitting is tricky because it’s 100% under your child’s control, and sometimes the more you say “Don’t do it,” the more they want to do it. In this post, I break down why toddlers spit (hint: power, fun, and your reaction all play a role) and share practical strategies that actually work. Calm responses, redirection, and removing the “audience.” If you’re ready to put the brakes on this messy habit, read on.

Think your toddler is ignoring you? The truth might be funnier (and more innocent) than you think. Learn why toddlers get distracted, why eye contact is key, and 3 quick tips to actually get their attention.

Tired of chasing your toddler under the table while your dinner gets cold? You’re not alone! Family meals are linked to healthier eating and happier kids — but many parents ditch the high chair too soon and end up juggling toddlers on their laps instead of enjoying their own food. This post shares research-backed reasons to keep kids at the table, high chair product picks parents actually love, and practical tips to make mealtimes calmer (and less messy)

If you've ever threatened to cancel TV for a week because your toddler threw a meatball, you're not alone but you're also not helping. Discover why idle threats don’t work, what the research says about toddler discipline, and how logical consequences now can help raise respectful teenagers later.

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Your toddler just smacked you in the face and you're wondering if you're raising a tiny barbarian. (Spoiler: you're not.) This blog breaks down why toddlers hit (hint: it's about brain development, not bad behavior) and gives you simple, effective tools to respond with calm and confidence. Backed by research, grounded in reality, and designed to make you feel human again.

If you’ve ever locked eyes with your toddler after handing them a snack and waited in vain for a “thank you,” only to receive a blank stare or, worse, a demand for a different color cup, this one’s for you. Teaching manners and gratitude to toddlers isn’t about raising little Victorian tea guests it’s about helping them build empathy, connection, and social awareness (while maybe reducing public meltdowns along the way).