Tu Bi’Shvat, often called the Birthday of the Trees, is the perfect time to slow down and notice the beauty and wonder of the natural world. For babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, this holiday is less about facts and more about experiences...

Do you feel like your child always has “ants in their pants” or gets upset easily? Does your child have frequent meltdowns or seem to bump into everything around them?

Some children have difficulty with emotional regulation and sensory processing. These children may benefit from heavy work activities, which help calm, organize, and regulate their bodies.

Tis the Season!

No, I’m not talking about fall or winter holidays...I’m referring to the season when many families begin thinking about enrolling their children in preschool, often for the very first time.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to slow down and focus on gratitude—the simple yet powerful act of being thankful. In Judaism, we call this value Hakarat HaTov, which means recognizing the good. It reminds us to notice and appreciate the blessings in our lives—both big and small—and to express thanks for them.

One of the most common questions parents ask is: “When should I have my child evaluated?” Many families worry they’re jumping in too soon, or they’ve heard the myth that evaluations can’t be done until first grade. The truth is, psychologists can often identify important “red flags” as early as preschool or kindergarten—sometimes as young as 4½ to 5 years old.

We’re now three weeks into the school year. For some children, the transition has been smooth, while for others, it has been a bit more bumpy. That’s completely normal. Shifting from the slower pace of summer into the structure of the school routine can feel like a jolt—for both kids and parents.

So, what can we do as parents to help ease that transition?