Archive for February, 2012

Letting Go As They Grow

February 27th, 2012

By Dr. Heather Wittenberg Our third-born started Kindergarten this year. I figured I’d be a pro by now, after surviving the big day twice before.

Redshirt, Greenshirt – The Surprising Pros (and Cons) of Starting Kindergarten a Year Late

February 19th, 2012

By Dr. Heather Wittenberg Will your child be one of the youngest in her Kindergarten class this fall? Or will he be one of the oldest?

Helping Your Shy Kiddo Become a Happy Kindergartener

February 13th, 2012

By Dr. Heather Wittenberg I couldn’t help noticing Mattie and Sophie, adorable 4-year-old twin girls at our preschool. Obviously fraternal, Mattie had stick-straight hair bejeweled with sparkly clips (and the occasional tiara).

Parenting Dilemmas: How To Decide When You Can’t Decide

February 6th, 2012

By Dr. Heather Wittenberg In parenting, many decisions are easy: Don’t run into the street. Take turns with your friends.