by Natalie Monterastelli | Dec 20, 2013 | Blog, Parenting
Heart breaking… funny… poignant… eye opening… so many words to describe the moment my perceptive 5 year old asked me, “What do you like better, your phone or me?” In response, I immediately stopped what I was working on and stated, “Of...
by Natalie Monterastelli | Dec 11, 2013 | Blog, Parenting
Learning how to baby proof your home for the holidays does not have to be a “Scrooge-ish” task! Here are six simple tips for preventing accidents while hosting or traveling. Remember, your child’s health and safety is the greatest gift of all! (1) Tree Safety: Hang...
by Natalie Monterastelli | Nov 27, 2013 | Blog, Featured Family
Amy Cahill is co-founder of the organization More Than Milk. Her mission is to provide Moms with an avenue for personal growth, inspiration, and social giving. By engaging Moms with deserving charities, More Than Milk provides organizations with heightened community...
by Natalie Monterastelli | Nov 26, 2013 | Blog, Sensory Art
Take the stress out of your little Picasso’s first art experience by following Miss Becca’s 5 steps to consistently positive toddler art projects! Toddler art projects can seem really daunting. Here’s your little one who makes a huge mess eating...
by Natalie Monterastelli | Nov 21, 2013 | Blog, Developmental Milestones
When it comes to toddler language development, parents often ask us, “Is my child on the right track?” The short answer: every child grows at his or her own rate! This makes it increasingly difficult for parents to recognize when their toddler may have a delay in...
by Natalie Monterastelli | Nov 12, 2013 | Blog, Developmental Milestones
Parents frequently wonder whether or not their child is progressing typically in terms of speech development and language skills. At Chicago Speech Spot, we are often asked the question, “When will my baby start talking?” The short answer: every child grows at his or...
