Tips for Parents
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“Our Beautiful World” Reading Companion
When reading any book with young children, you can encourage and validate the...
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Daily Affirmations That Help Promote Positive Thinking
Daily affirmations can develop your little one’s sense of who they are and wh...
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Tips for Discussing Differences and Promoting Inclusion
At Fisher-Price®, we know that play is the way kids learn best. When you open...
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8 Things You Need to Know About Raising a Neurodivergent Child
Finding out our child is neurodivergent can bring up all kinds of emotions. W...
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From Pirates to Problem-Solvers: How Imaginative Play Can Shape Your Preschoo...
Imagination & play aren’t just about entertainment, they’re about entering th...
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Pretend Play: How To Spark Your Toddler’s Imagination
As your little one grows, their imagination is where they start to make sense...
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Encouraging Independence in Preschoolers
If you have a 3-to-5-year-old, school readiness and your kiddo’s ability to b...
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The Ins and Outs of Getting Your Child to Follow Directions
It helps to remember that following directions isn’t as natural for preschool...
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Hello, senses! Sensory Tips from a Child Development Expert
It seems like sensory experiences are a trending topic lately. It makes sense...
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How to Calm a Crying Baby: Simple (and Surprising) Solutions
“Why is my baby crying, again?!” It’s a question every parent has asked thems...
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Big Moves for Your Toddler: Physical Skills Beyond Walking
Gross motor skills (AKA physical skills) involve movements using large muscle...
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Getting a Grasp on Fine Motor Skills in Time for School
As your little one develops their dexterity, they become more prepared to mov...
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From Meltdowns to Milestones: Unleashing Your Preschooler’s Emotional Potential
Preschoolers are making huge developmental strides! They're becoming more ind...
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Raising a Kind Kid: Tips From a Child Development Expert
Studies show that doing acts of kindness can give kids a greater sense of bel...
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Talking With Toddlers: How Language Skills Develop
Welcome to Toddlerhood! Your little one is probably experiencing a lot of big...
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How to Introduce Numbers & Letters to Your Toddler
Early learning, math & literacy skills, preschool prep – these are probably j...
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Helping Your Toddler Develop Their Listening Skills
How many times a day do you find yourself saying that – or some variation of ...
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When Will Your Baby Begin to Walk? When They’re Ready!
“When will my baby start to walk?” As a child development expert, it’s a comm...
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Unexpected Playdate Tips that Change the Friendship Game!
Exploring the nuances of friendship can be tough for us all, so just imagine ...
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When to Start Tummy Time: How to Help Your Baby Tackle Their First Workout
You’ve probably heard a lot about tummy time, and you probably still have ton...
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Helping Your Baby Learn to Sit: Quick Tips from a Child Development Expert
Your baby is currently rocking and rolling here, there, and all over. You mig...
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Common Crawling Questions Answered by a Childhood Development Expert
As with any physical milestone, every baby reaches it in their own time, at t...
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When Do Babies Start Talking? First Words Timeline & Tips
It’s one of the top questions I get when meeting with caregivers in the Play ...
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How to Help Your Little Manage Their BIG Emotions
Your little one is having some big emotions, and maybe even some tantrums. It...
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Ready for Potty Training? Helpful Tips from a Childhood Development Expert
If you’ve found this, you’re probably dreaming about not having to change ano...
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Barbie Dream Gap: Tips to Help the Girls in Your Life
Together, we can help girls transcend the Dream Gap. Here are some ways to su...
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Five Great Baby Toys for the First 12 Months
As a parent it can be tough to know which toys and activities are right for y...
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Napping: From Baby to Big Kid
Just put them down for a nap. It sounds so simple. But when you’re a parent, ...
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Barbie Dream Gap Project Curriculum
Welcome to the Barbie Dream Gap Project Curriculum, a multimedia experience c...
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The Power of Representation
Barbie recognizes the importance of representation and is committed to doing ...