Evan Porter

Is your kid an eager-to-watch fan of Bluey?

If so, then you’ve undoubtedly seen a few episodes (or bunches) yourself.

Maybe you’ve even found yourself comparing your parenting skills to Bandit Heeler, Bluey’s imaginative and ever-patient dad. 

I know I have!

Bluey is a favorite in our house, and way more fun to watch than the usual Cocomelon or Paw Patrol.

Not only does it make us laugh, it makes me think a lot about what it really takes to be a great dad. Yes — I’ve learned a lot from watching this seeming silly kid’s cartoon!

Let’s take a look at some parenting lessons every father can learn from the dad from Bluey, Bandit Heeler.

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Fall is around the corner, and you know what that means!

Fall colors, crisp air, and back to school.

Most of us get excited about all of these things, but it’s totally normal if you’re a little nervous about the back to school part.

You’re a great parent, so it’s natural that you want the best for your kid as they enter 2nd grade.

Whether you think they are a little behind in certain areas or not, it’s good to get a handle on where your child is on the readiness scale going into 2nd grade.

So let’s get down to it: What should a 2nd grader know at the beginning of the year, and how can you get your rising 2nd grader ready over the summer?

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Choosing the best daycare for your child can seem like an overwhelming task.

Whether you’re currently pregnant and looking for someone to love and care for your young baby or are looking for somewhere where your preschooler can get a head start for Kindergarten, there’s a lot to consider.

When reviewing each childcare center, you’ll want to think not just about the facilities and the curriculum, but also the opening times, the staff turnover, and, of course, the dreaded fees!

Whatever your situation, searching for the best daycare or preschool is not something that you’ll want to put off, as waitlists can often be years long, with no guarantee that a space will become available when you need it.

So let’s not waste any time! What are the best national daycare and preschool chains in the United States?

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Promising “flexibility without sacrificing quality”, KidsPark child care centers are quite unique.

They’re open in the evenings and on weekends in addition to weekdays, plus you don’t need to book a place in advance.

You can just drop off your child at any time, whether it’s for one hour or ten!

But are KidsPark centers good? How much are the fees compared to other less-flexible childcare centers? And is KidsPark worth it?

Here’s a full KidsPark review.

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It’s the beginning of the school year, and there are a flurry of emotions.

Whether you are schooling in person or at home, your soon-to-be 1st grader is likely thrilled to be going back to school and getting to learn new things.

You, however?

If you’re reading this article right now, you probably have mixed emotions about this!

Is your child ready for 1st grade? Have you done enough to get them prepared?

Don’t worry! Read on for some reassurance and expert advice from educators on what 1st graders should know at the beginning of the year.

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Choosing the best daycare or preschool for your child is one of the most important decisions that you can make in your child’s early years.

After all, it could be the place where they spend the majority of their waking hours!

As most of us don’t have an unlimited budget when it comes to childcare, you’ll also want to consider the fees for the various childcare centers in your area. 

With the average cost of childcare in the US coming in at $8,355 per child, you’ll want to make sure that your hard-earned money is well spent.

In your search for the perfect childcare facility, you’ll probably have come across The Learning Experience.

These centers have great reviews, but is The Learning Experience worth it? Here’s a full review.

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There are so many details that go into preparing a nursery for your little one.

It goes way beyond just picking a crib and a paint color!

Similar to a bed skirt, a crib skirt is one of these small details.

It’s simply a decorative strip of cloth that runs around the perimeter of the bed and hangs down to the floor.

Though a crib skirt is a simple idea, there’s more to it than room decor. 

Let’s take a look at whether or not you should bother putting a crib skirt in your baby’s nursery.

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Did you know that babies don’t develop the reflex to breathe through their mouths until they are around 3 months old?

That means that a newborn with a stuffy nose might not sleep very well. And when a baby doesn’t sleep, the parents don’t sleep either!

The hospital helps with this by giving you a bulb syringe before you leave the hospital. But bulb syringes can only be used 2-3 times a day before the inside of your baby’s nose gets too irritated.

Not to mention, they are difficult to clean well!

Luckily, the bulb syringe is not the only option. There are alternative aspirators out there. 

Let’s take a look at two popular options: the NoseFrida vs electric aspirators.

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Lightbridge Academy is a popular daycare and preschool chain with around 100 locations in the United States.

Offering a popular childcare solution for working parents, Lightbridge Academy positions itself as an innovator in educational child care, with a custom curriculum that’s based on learnings from great minds such as Montessori and Piaget.

While Lightbridge Academy undoubtedly offers more than a typical daycare center, parents should be aware that the rates are usually higher too.

So, is Lightbridge Academy worth it? Here’s a full review!

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Depending on where you live, you may have a range of childcare options for your baby or toddler.

These might include cheaper options such as babysitters and budget daycare centers — to more expensive private schools like Children’s Lighthouse.

According to a survey by Care.com, more than half of families spent over $10,000 on childcare in 2020.

With the average cost of child care for a toddler at around $340 per week, parents need to consider their budgets carefully.

Children’s Lighthouse Early Learning Schools offers quality childcare that goes beyond simple babysitting. But is it worth the extra cost?

Here’s a full Children’s Lighthouse review.

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