Hints & Tips
Splish Splash!
by Dr. Maureen O’Brien
Posted on Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Let’s be clear: bathing a baby and bathing a toddler are two VERY different scenarios. Bathing a tiny infant is definitely an all-hands-on-deck experience that can make even the most confident parent tense. Preparation is the key. Place all the items you need (washcloth, hooded towel, mild soap...
Seasons change!
by Dr. Maureen O’Brien
Posted on Friday, August 2, 2019
I remember as a kid seeing back-to-school ads in early August and being really annoyed. It was still summer, after all! And summer was supposed to be a relaxed and free time, which is the complete opposite of school structure, right? Well, yes and no.
In reality, young children...
Fabulous Firsts
by Dr. Maureen O’Brien
Posted on Thursday, August 1, 2019
Greetings and welcome. This is my initial blog post for the First Years, which is exciting for me. But you know what’s even more exciting? When those firsts belong to your child. As a mom of twins, I recall eagerly anticipating those early firsts. Some of them are physical...
