Tips and Tricks for Managing Childhood Fears
Posted on May 9, 2023 by Ladybug Child Care CenterWorking through fear is an inevitable part of growing up. As parents, our first instinct is to comfort and reassure our children, but we can't always be there to do so. Instead, teaching our children how to manage their fears independently can help them develop confidence and independence, which will serv...Continue Reading
Filed Under: Tips for ParentsBoredom-Busting Tips and Tricks for Your Little Ones
Posted on April 6, 2023 by Ladybug Child Care CenterIn a parent’s life, few things are more frustrating to hear than when your child says, “I’m bored!” Maybe it’s because we, as parents, know that there’s a perfectly good pile of toys for your child to play with, but they refuse to do so. Or, perhaps, it’s because your little bug is clearly l...Continue Reading
Filed Under: Tips for ParentsFun and Creative Springtime Activities for Your Kids to Enjoy
Posted on March 21, 2023 by Ladybug Child Care CenterAre you over winter in Minnesota yet? Spring is right around the corner, and we can’t wait for the weather to warm up and for the flowers to begin blooming. Of course, with warm spring days comes antsy, inquisitive kids. Spring activities are great for getting kids excited about things like new blooms, ...Continue Reading
Filed Under: ActivitiesHow to Handle Your Toddler Saying “No”
Posted on February 15, 2023 by Ladybug Child Care CenterHere’s a rhetorical question for you: Why do almost all toddlers learn how to say “no” before they can pronounce their own names? Toddlers can hardly say a word like “boat” in more than a whisper, yet they can yell “no” at the top of their lungs in the grocery store you frequent. While this ...Continue Reading
Filed Under: Tips for Parents, ToddlerTop Tips for Keeping Your Kids Healthy This Winter Season
Posted on January 23, 2023 by Ladybug Child Care CenterWinter is in full swing in Minnesota, and for many families, that means the start of flu and cold season too. While we think of winter as a time for caroling and cocoa sipping, the truth is that germs, infections, and illnesses are common. Since kids are especially prone to getting sick during the winter ...Continue Reading
Filed Under: Tips for ParentsTips and Tricks to Get Your Kids to Eat Healthier in 2023
Posted on December 15, 2022 by Ladybug Child Care CenterFor many parents, the New Year represents a time of change – a period to reevaluate goals and get healthier as the year goes on. And while little ones may protest the decision to put down the pizza and pick up a salad, it’s our job to steer the ship and keep them healthy. If your kids have been eating...Continue Reading
Filed Under: Activities, Nutrition, Tips for Parents5 Fun Holiday Activities to Connect with Your Kids
Posted on November 21, 2022 by Ladybug Child Care CenterFor many families in Minnesota, the holidays are a special time of the year: extra-big smiles and bright displays of light mix with the smell of fresh-baked cookies and cocoa. Holiday music plays loudly while long-lost family members hug it out. The happy vibes are palpable, but apart from opening present...Continue Reading
Filed Under: Activities, Tips for Parents5 Family-Friendly Activities to Enjoy After Thanksgiving Dinner
Posted on October 31, 2022 by Ladybug Child Care CenterIt’s official – sweater weather is here! Autumn in the Minneapolis metro area is magical, with loads of kid-friendly activities to experience, like leaf watching and s’more making. For many families, however, the most exciting part of fall lands in late November when Thanksgiving rolls around. With visi...Continue Reading
Filed Under: Activities, Tips for Parents5 Delightful Fall Activities for Families
Posted on September 27, 2022 by Ladybug Child Care CenterSchool is back, but that doesn’t mean the fun is over! Summer may have warm weather with days on the lake, but the fall season has plenty of awesome things your family can do together as the weather gets cool and crisp. 1) Corn Mazes, Hayrides, & Scarecrows These three can be done separately, but so...Continue Reading
Filed Under: Activities, Tips for ParentsUPDATED Ladybug COVID-19 Policies and Procedures
Posted on August 22, 2022 by Ladybug Child Care CenterSummer has gone by so quickly! You know what that means—the school year is just around the corner! We figured this would be a great time to provide an update on how we’re handling COVID-19 at Ladybug. Here are our policies and procedures as revised on 7/20/2022: Student Tests Positive COVID-19 Children ...Continue Reading
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