Talking with Tata

Each child is unique and decisions about your child's learning, education, and development should be driven by individual needs rather than societal expectations. Education experts Danielle Freilich and Jordana Fruchter, hosts of "No Silly Questions" podcast, open up about their mission to empower parents to make informed educational decisions, unravel education jargon, and navigate th...

Maternal health is multifaceted, starting from preconception through postpartum. The mental health component of the motherhood journey is often overlooked, but it is significant to address the societal pressures and expectations that can impact a woman's mental well-being during this transformative period. Elizabeth Baron, LMHC, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and psychotherapist specializing...

The quest for perfectionism, especially in parenting, can be a significant source of stress and flexibility and self-compassion can pave the way for a more balanced life. Psychotherapist Meg Gitlin explores the intricacies of personal and professional identities, addressing the challenge of being a full-time parent while juggling a career. Her insights into setting priorities and embracing flexibi...

When is the right time for parents to bring their child for their first dental visit? Early visits to the dentist serve as opportunities to educate parents about oral care and the prevention of cavities, setting the foundation for good dental habits from a young age. Pediatric dentist Dr. Sarah Linell talks about preparing a child for their first dental visit, addressing tongue and lip ties, the i...

Imagine high-quality pediatric care for your children in the comfort of your own home. Enter: Miami Concierge Pediatrics. Unlike traditional medical practices, Miami Concierge Pediatrics takes a different approach by ensuring that the doctor-patient relationship is maintained through house calls. This personal touch allows the medical team to focus on the patient's specific needs and establish...

Understanding your child's unique learning style is the first step toward creating a supportive and enriching educational experience. Dr. Nicole Katz, a pediatric neuropsychologist based in New York State, explains the world of child development and education. She sheds light on what it means to be a pediatric neuropsychologist, covering topics from ADHD to the autism spectrum. She breaks down...

Imagine your doctor's office transformed into a social club—an inviting space where health discussions flow naturally, information is shared openly, and the overall atmosphere is friendly and supportive. Picture a place where healthcare transcends the clinical, fostering a sense of community, collaboration, and ease in addressing your well-being. Enter The Lanby – a primary care membership tha...

Whether you're exploring egg freezing, family planning, or facing secondary infertility, you're not alone. So many individuals and couples encounter challenges along the way. Dr. Nicole Yoder is is a Fertility Specialist and Board-Certified OBGYN with Spring Fertility, a world-class fertility clinic in New York and California that specializes in everything from egg freezing and embryo cryo...

Occupational therapy is a holistic healthcare profession that helps individuals of all ages and abilities to perform meaningful and important activities, despite physical, mental, social, or emotional challenges. Gabrielle Levy, MS, OTR/L, a passionate occupational therapist with a focus on working with children in school settings, shares insights into her low-tech approach to occupational therapy...

Traveling with kids can be a rewarding experience when approached with careful planning and the right strategies. Brian Kelly, also known as "The Points Guy," is a well-known figure in the world of travel, loyalty programs, and credit card rewards. He is the founder and former CEO of The Points Guy (thepointsguy.com), a popular website and media platform dedicated to helping travelers maxi...

There are emotional aspects of fashion that can significantly impact our daily lives, especially during transitional phases like pregnancy and postpartum. Sofia Champalanne Calcagno, a seasoned wardrobe stylist with over 15 years of experience in the fashion industry, credits her international upbringing between Buenos Aires, LA, and Miami to greatly influencing her unique approach to fashion and...

It is a parent’s life mission to help their children reach their highest potential. The Gordon School in Miami, Florida has set out to create a child-centered environment where children of all developmental stages can thrive. Through their early childhood, day school and Tikvah Center, a specialized program for children on the autism spectrum, there are various opportunities for inclusion, both in...

Travel often, create lasting memories and strong connections with your family and discover the world together. Travel is an educational opportunity which can help stimulate your children’s minds by boosting their creativity and imagination as well as help with language, literacy and social development. Dorie Fader Teitelbaum is a mom of two and founder of Andiamo Travel, a luxury travel and lifest...

The only thing harder than being a parent, is being a new parent. That's according to ZenHippo Founder Loren Klein. She believes community, education, and mindful play can radically transform the early years of parenting – so she set out to create ZenHippo, a Palm Beach based collective of local experts offering talks and classes for expecting and new parents, caregivers, babies and toddlers....

Sleep training is life-changing. Not only does it play a crucial role in your child's healthy growth and development, but it's equally as important for parents' well-being. Melissa Perry, founder and lead baby and toddler sleep consultant. of The Cradle Coach, is dedicated to helping tired families give their child the best sleep possible through customized sleep training plans. She ex...

Sensory play is a lot of fun. It offers many benefits for child development including motor skills, emotional regulation and supports brain development. Smocked Art founder Rachel Silver served as an elementary art teacher in Miami for eight years before starting Smocked in 2020 during the Covid pandemic as a way to stimulate and engage her two young daughters. She has since built a curriculum of...

Does the thought of potty training scare you? You're not alone. Pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Lea Feghali PT, MPEd, DPT is educates children and parents about the pre-training and potty-training process. She helps children build lifelong toilet habits and creates a safe environment for addressing potty training, bedwetting, constipation, soiling/poop accidents and daytime accidents. She...

Many people swear by the benefits of acupuncture when they’re trying to conceive. Licensed acupuncturists often work with people who are hoping to get pregnant — both individuals and couples alike. Dr. Andrea Orvieto of SOFLA Acupuncture & Wellness explains the science behind acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine to heal various women's health related issues. Tata's Tip of the W...

The path to parenthood is changing and evolving rapidly, in part to the rise of surrogacy as the most successful infertility treatment with a 75% success rate. Nazca Fontes, founder, and executive chairman of ConceiveAbilities, a full-service global surrogacy agency with 25 years of experience, shares how the agency is building happy families through their Matching Matters program, ensuring the ri...

Encouraging hands-on experiences in early childhood education is a great way to stimulate learning. City Kid NY specializes in developing the whole child, focusing on a well-rounded curriculum outside of the classroom. Founders Jaclyn Rosenberg and Maggie Madden, together with a team of top educators from public and private schools, offer tutoring, test prep, art classes and toddler pods, that mak...

When it comes to parenting, advice is important because it helps you find new ideas when you need to solve a problem. It allows mothers, fathers and caretakers to share the gems of advice that have gotten them through the tougher moments of parenting. New York City mom Amanda Warsavsky is hoping to streamline those channels of advice through her app Partof, offering a safe space to have honest con...

Finding an educational home for your child can feel overwhelming. There are so many school options within each developmental stage – from nursery, pre-k and elementary to middle and high school – it’s hard to know where to begin. Enter Admit NY – a boutique New York-based educational consultancy helping families find the perfect school. Founder and CEO Whitney Shashou uses her expertise to help fa...

A positive classroom and school environment is crucial to a child’s learning success. Stephanie Rosenfeld, CEO of Education by SR, a bespoke tutoring company, helps kids in all areas of development by creating customize lesson plans for children from 2 to 8 years old and helping them gain confidence in the classroom. As an educator, Stephanie shares her mission to work with the whole child by find...

How do you define success? It's a question leading democratic political strategist Emily Tisch Sussman had to answer after having three children in just three years and leave behind the career she thought she would have forever. So she pivoted into something new, and her namesake podcast "She Pivots" was born. Emily gets honest about her journey to motherhood, how she learned to redefi...

Music ignites all areas of child development -- from social and emotional, to motor and language. Exposing children to music during early development helps them learn the sounds and meanings of words. Jamie Kolnick, founder and CEO of Jam with Jamie, a children’s entertainment company specializing in music for birthday parties, events, public and private classes/playgroups and preschool music educ...