June 3, 2026

Getting More Out of Car Time with Your 3-4 Year Old

“Are we there yet?” For many parents of 3- and 4-year-olds, even a short drive can feel long. One minute your child is happily looking...

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June 1, 2026

Meet Haley Hartman: June Employee of the Month

We are happy to announce Haley Hartman as our June Employee of the Month! Haley currently serves as a Lead Infant Teacher at our McCandless...

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May 26, 2026

The Toddler Chronicles: Year Two and All Its Surprises

Hannah Luchey, Marketing Coordinator As promised, I am back with another year’s recap as I reflect on the second year with my son. Year two...

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May 20, 2026

Batteries Not Required: Simple, Screen-Free Learning Tools That Build Big Skills

Jennifer Horner, Director of Education Development The toy aisle can compel parents to feel like children “need” sound effects, flashing lights, and battery powered devices...

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May 13, 2026

What is Play-Based Learning?

At Doodle Bugs!, we believe children are always learning—and that learning is most meaningful when it happens through play. Play-based learning is more than fun...

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May 6, 2026

Spring Reset: Self-Care for Parents and Caregivers

Megan Cavanaugh, Learning and Development Manager  Now that winter has faded and the days are growing longer, spring offers us a natural invitation to pause,...

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May 1, 2026

Meet Emily Mageary: May Employee of the Month

We’re happy to recognize Emily Mageary as our May Employee of the Month! Emily consistently demonstrates reliability, positivity, and a strong commitment to excellence in...

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April 7, 2026

The Role Nutrition Plays in Your Child’s Learning, Behavior, and Development

Hannah Luchey, Marketing Coordinator As a toddler parent, I know firsthand how tempting it is to rely on quick, grab-and-go snacks. On busy days, it...

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April 1, 2026

Meet Alexandria Wilson: April Employee of the Month

We’re excited to recognize Alexandria (Xan) Wilson as our April Employee of the Month! Xan exemplifies a “can-do” attitude—always willing to learn, step in where...

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April 1, 2026

Celebrating Differences During Limb Difference Awareness Month

April is Limb Difference Awareness Month—a time to help young children learn about inclusion, empathy, and celebrating differences. In early childhood education, these conversations are...

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March 26, 2026

Outdoor Play: Where Learning and Fun Meet

At Doodle Bugs!, we believe children are learning at all times. One of our favorite learning environments? The great outdoors! Outdoor play is more than...

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March 11, 2026

More Than a Paycheck – How Childcare Jobs Prepare You for the Future

When people think about childcare jobs, they often focus on the here and now: classrooms, crayons and circle time. But what many don’t realize is...

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