Kids & Company Blog

How Before-and-After-School Programs Enhance Social and Academic Development

Posted on: Thursday July 25th, 2024

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Before-and-After-School programs can be a great way to help children thrive, especially in social and academic growth. In addition to supporting children’s development, the benefits to busy or working parents can be significant. The safe and structured environments of these programs can provide parents a peace of mind while allowing them to focus on other… [read more]

Summer Bucket List 2024!

Posted on: Friday July 19th, 2024

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July is here, and it is officially summer! Summer is the perfect time to create lasting memories with your little ones, and what could be a better way to do so than with a fun summer bucket list. Spice up your summer by adding new activities into your routine, and even challenge yourself to complete… [read more]

Exploring Diversity Through Smoothies: A Flavorful Journey for Children

Posted on: Monday June 17th, 2024

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Finding creative ways to introduce new flavors and foods to children can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. A fun and tasty way to expand your child’s palate is through the colorful and nutritious world of smoothies. Smoothies can be a perfect way to introduce children to a wide range of flavors, colors, and ingredients… [read more]

Keeping Your Child’s Sleep Consistent On-the-Go: Tips for Summer Adventures

Posted on: Wednesday June 12th, 2024

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This blog is written by our guest author, Alana Metallo, a Certified Sleep Consultant from MetaSleep Consulting. MetaSleep helps families navigate sleep and live a well-rested lifestyle. Through consultation, they educate, guide, and support families about the benefits of healthy sleep, and help parents create a customized sleep routine for their children’s naps and bedtime…. [read more]

Embracing Diversity Through Stories: Celebrating Pride at Kids & Company

Posted on: Friday June 7th, 2024

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At Kids & Company, we believe in the power of stories to teach important life lessons. This Pride Month, we’re excited to celebrate diversity, one of our core values, through a special selection of children’s books. These books entertain and impart valuable lessons about acceptance, optimism, and the unique voices each of us brings to… [read more]

5 Eco-Friendly and Child-Friendly Gardening Tips

Posted on: Thursday May 23rd, 2024

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If the age-old proverb, “April showers bring May flowers” is even remotely accurate, many of us are going to have exceptional gardens this summer! Gardening is a fantastic way to engage your children in sustainable practices while nurturing their love for nature. From seed to sprout, here are five child-friendly gardening ideas that not only… [read more]

How Flaxseed Can Supercharge Children’s Nutrition: Unlocking the Secrets of this Superfood

Posted on: Tuesday May 7th, 2024

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Flaxseed has gained quite a lot of attention as a nutritional superfood in the last few years. In this blog, we explore the countless benefits of flaxseed and discover why it deserves a place in your kitchen. At Kids & Company, we use flaxseed in many of our Kidco Kitchen baked good recipes! So what… [read more]

The Power of Fresh Air and Naps: A Guide for Happy, Healthy Babies and Toddlers

Posted on: Monday April 29th, 2024

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This blog is written by our guest author, Alana Metallo, Certified Sleep Consultant from MetaSleep Consulting. MetaSleep helps families navigate sleep and live a well-rested lifestyle. Through consultation, they educate, guide, and support families about the benefits of healthy sleep, and help parents create a customized sleep routine for their children’s naps and bedtime.  … [read more]

Whip Up Some Love: Easy Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes to Cook with Children

Posted on: Wednesday April 24th, 2024

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Mother’s Day is a time-honored tradition where we celebrate the incredible women in our lives who have nurtured, cared for, and loved us unconditionally. At Kids & Company, we believe that every Mom deserves to be treated like royalty on this special day. That’s why we’ve put together a delightful menu of – and easy… [read more]

The Ever-Important 18-Month Milestones and the First Signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Posted on: Tuesday April 23rd, 2024

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This blog is written by guest contributor, Dr. Robin Baweja, a Board-Certified Pediatrician specializing in Children’s Mental Health. As a published author of two highly reviewed books – ‘Shawn’s What If’s’ and ‘Dancing All the Way to Brave’ – she has leveraged her expertise to dive into the toy industry, developing toys designed to support… [read more]