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Killeen-Temple-Belton, TX: Development

  • Four Ways to Win Bedtime Battles

    Four Ways to Win Bedtime Battles

    By Jessa McClureThe coffee drips slowly into your "World's Best Mom" mug. You rub your eyes and grunt a good morning to your well-rested spouse. You've been up again dealing with your preschooler who just won't go to sleep and stay asleep.Your frustration mounts each night that your child protests…

    Jessa McClure
    Posted August 07, 2014

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  • Having Trouble Getting Your Kids Ready for School in the Morning?

    Having Trouble Getting Your Kids Ready for School in the Morning?

    By Jessa McClure Your alarm bellows its jarring call, and as your eyes adjust to the still-dark room, you realize another day is dawning and you must get your children dressed, fed and to school before the first bell. It is a daunting task that can be a source of stress and frustration for any…

    Jessa McClure
    Posted July 25, 2014

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  • The Dos and Don’ts of the Potty Training Process

    The Dos and Don’ts of the Potty Training Process

    By Jessa McClure"Mommy, diaper wet." Hearing these three precious words is almost as sweet as hearing "I love you" because it means that my little one is ready to start the potty training process. Although the idea of getting rid of diapers is appealing, the idea of teaching my two-year-old how to…

    Jessa McClure
    Posted July 14, 2014

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  • 6 Ways to Motivate Your Kids to Move More

    6 Ways to Motivate Your Kids to Move More

    By Jessa McClureWith busy schedules and mountains of homework, it can sometimes be difficult to find time to be active. But leading a sedentary lifestyle can be detrimental to your child's future. Child obesity rates have tripled in the last 30 years, according to www.LetsMove.gov, and if we don't…

    Jessa McClure
    Posted July 09, 2014

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  • Helpful Tips to Get Your Child Ready to Read

    Helpful Tips to Get Your Child Ready to Read

    By Jessa McClureTeaching a child to read can be a daunting task. While many children learn the basics of reading during their first years of school, parents play a big part in helping create skilled readers who love to read.If you've been wondering where to start with your little one, here are some…

    Jessa McClure
    Posted June 30, 2014

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  • Baby Sign Language Fosters Communication, Bonding and Brain Development

    Baby Sign Language Fosters Communication, Bonding and Brain Development

    By Jessa McClure Being able to communicate with your child is key to decreasing frustration, and cementing a solid bond between parent and child. But it can sometimes be difficult to do this when your baby is too young to express how he or she is feeling, or what they need.Tansyl White of…

    Jessa McClure
    Posted June 27, 2014

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  • What You Should Know Before Your Child Gets Braces

    What You Should Know Before Your Child Gets Braces

    By Jessa McClure Having metal wires and brackets strapped to your teeth during an already insecure time of life can be daunting for many kids who get braces. But there are ways to make the transition to orthodontics smoother and less stress-inducing.1. Choose the Right OrthodontistCreating an…

    Jessa McClure
    Posted June 25, 2014

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  • How to Make Your Child’s First Haircut an Enjoyable Experience

    How to Make Your Child’s First Haircut an Enjoyable Experience

    By Jessa McClureAs tears rolled down my son's face and his scream echoed through the room, I knew that surprising him with a trip to the hair salon for his first haircut was not the best idea I'd ever had. While we got through the tear-filled ordeal and he was soon smiling at the lollipop they'd…

    Jessa McClure
    Posted June 11, 2014

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  • National Children's Dental Health Month: Tips for a Healthy Smile

    National Children's Dental Health Month: Tips for a Healthy Smile

    February is typically all about Valentine's Day. But, it's also Dental Health month! Tooth decay is the most prevalent dental health problem for young children.

    Becky Danielson
    Posted February 04, 2014

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