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Last Updated: December 2, 2025 by Dennis6336 2 Comments

The 7 Stages of Gift-Wrapping Grief

Here is a funny article for your entertainment. Enjoy!

The 7 Stages of Gift-Wrapping Grief: A Descent Into Madness

Every year, around the second week of December, a collective delusion washes over the population. We scroll through Instagram and Pinterest, beholding presents wrapped with the architectural precision of a Frank Gehry building. They have dried orange slices tied with twine. They have sprigs of real cedar tucked into velvet ribbons. Their corners are so sharp you could cut a steak with them.

And we think: “Yes. This year, this is who I am. I am an artisanal wrapper.”

We are lying to ourselves.

Posted: November 14, 2025 by Dennis6336 Leave a Comment

The Biting Phase

The Biting Phase: Understanding the “Why” and Managing the “Ouch”

Few things make a parent’s stomach drop faster than picking up their child from daycare and hearing, “There was an incident today…” whether your child was the one bitten or the one doing the biting.

Biting is a visceral, emotional, and often painful issue. Parents of the biter often feel intense shame (“Is my child aggressive?”), while parents of the victim feel protective anger. However, in the world of early childhood development, biting is surprisingly common and rarely malicious.

Here is a guide to decoding the behavior and handling it with confidence.

Last Updated: November 11, 2025 by Dennis6336 Leave a Comment

Hit a Potty Training Puddle?

Hit a Potty Training Puddle? How to Handle Regressions with Confidence

You did it. After weeks of patience, sticker charts, and tiny potties, your child was finally using the toilet. You’d triumphantly packed away the diapers. And then, suddenly, it’s accidents all over again.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. This is potty training regression, and it’s one of the most common and frustrating bumps in the road for parents.

First, take a deep breath. A regression is not a failure—not for you, and not for your child. It’s a temporary setback and a sign that your child is dealing with something new.

Last Updated: October 21, 2025 by Dennis6336 Leave a Comment

A Love and Logic Guide to Handling Whining and Arguing

Stop the Squabbles: A Love and Logic Guide to Handling Whining and Arguing

That all-too-familiar sound starts up again—the high-pitched, drawn-out whine over a snack, or the “It’s not fair!” that kicks off a 10-minute debate. Whining and arguing can drain a parent’s energy faster than almost any other behavior.

The Love and Logic approach, founded by Jim Fay and Foster W. Cline, M.D., offers a powerful framework for ending these power struggles. The goal isn’t to “win” the argument; it’s to calmly and lovingly make the behavior ineffective. Here’s how you can handle whining and arguing by putting the responsibility back where it belongs: with your child.

Last Updated: October 19, 2025 by Dennis6336 Leave a Comment

Handling an out-of-control child

Handling an out-of-control child is one of the most stressful moments for any caregiver or parent. The Love and Logic philosophy offers a powerful framework for navigating this chaos by focusing on two goals: staying calm yourself and letting the child learn from their choices.

Here’s how to apply Love and Logic techniques when a child is in the midst of a meltdown.

Last Updated: October 13, 2025 by Dennis6336 Leave a Comment

Play is a child’s most important work. Play Based Education Continued

Play-Based Education Continued

Play is a child’s most important work. Activities like squishing dough, stacking blocks, or telling imaginative stories might look like simple fun. They are powerful tools that build the foundation for a lifetime of learning. These seemingly basic plays are packed with developmental benefits that shape a child’s brain, body, and social-emotional skills. At King’s Kids Academy, we recognize this and encourage creative play.

Last Updated: October 8, 2025 by Dennis6336 Leave a Comment

Navigating the “No!” Phase

Navigating the “No!” Phase: A Guide to Toddler Independence

One day, your sweet, agreeable baby discovers a new word, and suddenly it’s their answer to everything. “Time to put your shoes on?” “No!” “Would you like some peas?” “No!” “Can I read you a story?” “No!”

Welcome to the “no” phase. It can be frustrating, baffling, and downright exhausting. But from a developmental perspective, this stage is not just normal—it’s a critical and positive sign that your toddler is growing into their own person. This isn’t defiance for the sake of defiance; it’s the dawn of their independence. 🚀

Last Updated: October 17, 2025 by Dennis6336 Leave a Comment

Potty Training Tips from the Pros: A Childcare Provider’s Guide for Parents

At our center, we’ve guided countless children—and their parents—through the major milestone of potty training. We’ve seen every personality, every challenge, and every triumph. Over the years, we’ve learned that success isn’t about a magic timeline or a perfect method; it’s about patience, partnership, and understanding your child’s unique developmental pace.

Forget the pressure and the potty-training boot camps. Here are our tried-and-true tips, straight from the classroom to your home.

Last Updated: October 7, 2025 by Dennis6336 1 Comment

How to Prepare Your Little One for the First Day of Daycare

A Smooth Start: How to Prepare Your Little One for the First Day of Daycare

The first day of daycare is a major milestone, not just for your child, but for you as well. It’s a day filled with a mix of excitement for the new adventures ahead and a touch of anxiety about the unknown. For a young child, transitioning into a new environment with unfamiliar faces and routines can be overwhelming. However, with thoughtful preparation, you can make this big step a positive and smooth experience for everyone.

Here’s a guide to help you prepare your little one for their first day of daycare.

Last Updated: October 1, 2025 by Dennis6336 Leave a Comment

More Than Just Childcare: Why Verona Families are Finding Peace of Mind at King’s Kids Academy

More Than Just Childcare

The search for the right infant care is one of the most important decisions a new parent makes. It’s a journey filled with questions, hopes, and a deep desire to find a place that feels like a second home—a place where your littlest one won’t just be watched, but truly nurtured.

For parents in Verona, the answer is becoming clearer every day. King’s Kids Academy isn’t just providing childcare; it’s creating a foundation of love, learning, and security from the very first day. If you’re weighing your options, here’s why King’s Kids should be at the top of your list.

1. A Philosophy of “Responsive Care”

King's Kids Academy

The 7 Stages of Gift-Wrapping Grief

The 7 Stages of Gift-Wrapping Grief: A Descent Into Madness

The Biting Phase

The Biting Phase: Understanding the “Why” and Managing the “Ouch”

Hit a Potty Training Puddle?

Hit a Potty Training Puddle? How to Handle Regressions with Confidence

A Love and Logic Guide to Handling Whining and Arguing

Stop the Squabbles: A Love and Logic Guide to Handling Whining and Arguing

Handling an out-of-control child

Play is a child’s most important work. Play Based Education Continued

Navigating the “No!” Phase

Navigating the “No!” Phase: A Guide to Toddler Independence

Potty Training Tips from the Pros: A Childcare Provider’s Guide for Parents

Potty Training Tips from the Pros: A Childcare Provider’s Guide for Parents

How to Prepare Your Little One for the First Day of Daycare

A Smooth Start: How to Prepare Your Little One for the First Day of Daycare

More Than Just Childcare: Why Verona Families are Finding Peace of Mind at King’s Kids Academy

More Than Just Childcare

1. A Philosophy of “Responsive Care”

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