by Natalie Monterastelli | Jul 9, 2014 | Blog, Parenting, The Bright Move 2014
Mommy and Me yoga poses are styled to suit both the experienced or green yogi. Postnatal yoga (or yoga with your baby) serves as an avenue for “getting back in shape,” but also is a compliment to your new life as a mom. You may find that your anxiety is reduced,...
by Natalie Monterastelli | May 12, 2014 | Blog, Parenting
The transition to one nap has a beautiful outcome — one less step in your routine and a move towards more quality sleep. However, changing your toddler’s sleep habits can be a shake up. According to Dr. Harvey Karp, author of The Happiest Baby Guide to Great Sleep,...
by Natalie Monterastelli | Apr 17, 2014 | Blog, Developmental Milestones, Parenting
Toddler separation anxiety is totally normal — who wouldn’t feel nervous about the unfamiliarity of a new setting with many unfamiliar faces? Separating from your child can be just as stressful for you as it is for him. We keep to five solid techniques within our...
by Natalie Monterastelli | Apr 3, 2014 | Blog, Parenting
“Now is the only moment that matters.” Deepak Chopra Guest Author, Annmarie Chereso, is a single mother of three awesome kids 15, 13, 9, Founder at Project Mindfulness and Co-Founder of Positively Mindful Parenting. Below are her 10 gentle tips for being in the...
by Natalie Monterastelli | Mar 20, 2014 | Blog, Parenting
Infant massage is a phenomenal way to bond with a new baby and can be a soothing activity for both baby and mom (or dad). Recent research shows that there are possibly multiple health benefits to massaging your little one, like better sleep, colic relief, a stronger...
by Natalie Monterastelli | Feb 5, 2014 | Blog, Developmental Milestones, Parenting
Toddler biting is in fact a normal stage of development, yet as a parent, I was horrified when my daughter sunk her teeth into her playmates arm during class. I did not want her to be labeled as “the biter,” especially because she wasn’t an overly assertive toddler...
