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Kayla ONeill

Kayla O'Neill has a master's degree in education as well as a bachelor's degree in special education with an emphasis in early childhood education. She has been working as a developmental therapist with babies and toddlers in early intervention since 2012. She is also a mom with two young children.

Summer is here which means there are lots of opportunities for your little one to learn, explore, and enjoy the outdoors.  Sand play for toddlers promotes learning in many ways.   If your little one will be spending some time in the sandbox (or a sensory table like this) then this guide will help you to encourage …

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The zoo provides a wonderful place for toddlers and babies to learn all about animals.  What you may not have noticed though is just how many other skills your little one is working on while they explore this new environment! Let’s take a look at each of the 5 areas of development to see just …

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My 19-month-old and I recently boarded an airplane together to go visit family. The original plan was to have a 30-minute layover scheduled in Minneapolis which would provide us with just enough time to run from one gate to the next and get back on a plane. However, this ended up being a 3-hour delay …

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  Have you ever tried to fold laundry with a baby or toddler?  If so you may know how difficult it can be to not only get the laundry folded but entertain your child as well.   With some mindful parenting, we can embed learning into daily activities and routines that are already taking place …

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