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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.

Toddler Won’t Stop Crying! Facing a crying toddler can feel like one of the most daunting challenges for parents, especially when the tears seem non-stop.  It’s an all too common scenario: a young child is overcome by big feelings and expresses them in the only way they know how – through crying.  The good news …

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Potty Training Regression Happens Potty training is a significant milestone in a child’s development, but it’s not always a linear process.  Often, parents might face a phenomenon called ‘potty-training regression,’ a stage where young children who’ve been successfully using the toilet for a period, suddenly revert to having accidents.  Take a deep breath, because this …

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Are diaper changes causing you stress? Dealing with a toddler tantrum can be one of the biggest challenges for any parent. Especially when you’re trying to keep everything clean during a diaper change! You’re not alone if you’ve ever had to take a deep breath before approaching this task. The good news is that there …

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