Dannielle Beardsley

United States

Freelance Writer at Digital Trends

Coffee addict. Writer. Book lover. 80s enthusiast. I hate leaving the house because I hate pants.

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Articles

How to handle lying in teens: The right punishment to use

2 months ago | newfolks.com | Dannielle Beardsley

Table of Contents If you thought the toddler years were tough, wait until you have a teenager in the house! Raising a teenager is not the easiest thing you’ll have to do as a parent, especially when your teenager starts testing boundaries. One of the many ways they will push your buttons is by telling lies. There’s no getting around it. There’s no denying it will happen. It’s a matter of when, not if, your teen will lie to you.
When should your baby be able to stack blocks? Here’s what to know

2 months ago | newfolks.com | Dannielle Beardsley

Table of Contents When you’re a new parent, the moment someone gifts your child their first set of blocks, you become obsessed with baby learning and when they should be able to turn the blocks into beautiful creations of their imagination. While stacking blocks are an important developmental milestone for babies, it’s also one of those things that evolves with time and practice.
First-time mom tips to help you survive the first year

2 months ago | newfolks.com | Dannielle Beardsley

Table of Contents Being a first-time mom is pure joy and pure terror. From the second you find out you are pregnant, the wheels start spinning over time, making lists of what you have to do, things you need to buy, and everything else you need to do before the baby comes. In addition to all the planning you have to do, others will be glad to give you their two cents about what they think you should do.
How kids are using screen time: Surprising stats you should know

2 months ago | newfolks.com | Dannielle Beardsley

Table of Contents These days, kids are called the iPad generation for how much they stare at their screens instead of being outside and getting dirty. The people at Common Sense Census want parents to understand just how true — or not true — that is with their latest research on screen time usage.
Sleepmaxxing: How to optimize your child’s sleep for better health

2 months ago | newfolks.com | Dannielle Beardsley

Table of Contents Parents with kids of any age know how vital sleep is. No matter what age or stage you are in as a parent, bedtime is always the center of attention. When parents need help getting back into a bedtime routine or a way to get a child to stay asleep through the night, they will try almost anything. The next trend to help get your kids to sleep is all over TikTok, so you may have seen videos about the sleepmaxxing trend without quite knowing what it is.
This is how much time you spend negotiating meals with kids

2 months ago | newfolks.com | Dannielle Beardsley

Table of Contents Every parent has pleaded, tried to bargain with, and shamelessly begged their child to eat just one bite of food off their plate. Every parent has had their child tell them they don’t like that food anymore when they just ate it last night. Every parent can tell you who their picky child was or what that one comfort food was they would only eat for the entire year.
9 fun STEM activities for kids to keep them engaged and learning

Mar 23, 2025 | newfolks.com | Dannielle Beardsley

Table of Contents The movement of adding STEM learning into the classrooms in the U.S. started with wanting to get kids back into the science and math side of learning. Now, it is a whole movement for every child to rediscover their love of any subject outside of gym class or recess. STEM activities let children figure out how the world and things in their everyday lives work.
What is FAFO parenting, exactly? Here’s what you need to know

Mar 22, 2025 | newfolks.com | Dannielle Beardsley

Table of Contents Thanks to social media, parents get to witness new parenting styles pop up in real time. From helicopter parenting to being an almond mom and a lawnmower parent, you can take your pick at what to try with your children. The latest parenting style trend taking over social media FAFO parenting. But what is FAFO parenting, and is it something you want to try with your kids? Here’s the information about the latest craze on how to parent your children.
Why your child spits, and tips to help break the habit

Mar 21, 2025 | newfolks.com | Dannielle Beardsley

Table of Contents Kids pick up bad habits all the time, but some are more objectionable than others. Spitting is one of those habits that you wish your child never does. While not only gross, it can also get your child into major trouble if done somewhere like school or daycare. Now, not every child who spits is doing it to be mean or insulting. But even if your child is doing it out of sheer boredom, you will need to address it immediately.
The best things to do in Las Vegas with teens for a family trip everyone will love

Mar 19, 2025 | newfolks.com | Dannielle Beardsley

Table of Contents When you think of a family vacation, Las Vegas may not be the first place that pops into your head. But it’s not all gambling, casinos, drinking, five-star dining, and lavish performances. Las Vegas might have The Hangover vibes for adults only, but there are plenty of family-friendly events and extracurriculars to do at all times of the day and evening if you know what to look for.