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The smarT Head Start

Give your child a smarT head start with these professional insights on healthy child development and practical advice to keep them active, engaged, and happy.
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A baby comfortably seated in a shaded stroller with their mom next to it
Summer

June 6, 2023

How to Keep Babies Cool in Strollers: 4 Do's & Dont'sLonger days and warmer temperatures must mean one thing, summer’s coming! This season of sunshine and warmth, ice creams, and picnics also brings its own unique challenges, especially for young childr
Toddler and their mother playing with colourful building blocks, improving fine motor skills.
Child development

May 12, 2023

Fine vs Gross Motor Skills: Help Your Toddler Develop ProperlySmart tips for you to help your toddler's motor skills development through everyday routine, outdoor activities, interactive games and toys.
Kelly Anna working on her designs with a smarTrike stroller in the background
Stroller trikes

May 3, 2023

Art Meets Functionality: Kelly Anna's Stroller Trike DesignsAt smarTrike, our mission has always been to create fun and smart products that inspire confidence and encourage physical activity in children throughout their childhood while making parents' lives ea
A baby boy taking his first steps with the support of his parents, developing his gross motor skills
Child development

April 26, 2023

Amazing Milestones: 3 Skills Your 14-Month-Old Baby Is MasteringAs your baby grows into a toddler, their development becomes more noticeable. By 14 months old, your child is considered a toddler and will likely display distinct personality traits. You may notice f
A child climbing a rope net on a playground exercising their gross motor skills
Physical activity

April 20, 2023

Get Moving! 5 Fun Gross Motor Activities for PreschoolersGross motor skills play a crucial role in a child's development, as they involve using the whole body. These whole-body movements boost confidence and enhance agility and flexibility. Children need bo
Mother and child playing with toys on the floor
Child development

April 17, 2023

Gross Motor Skills in Child Development: Age 6 Months - 3 YearsGross motor skills are essential for everyday physical activities, from a baby's earliest movements to a young child's coordination of whole-body movements. Children's gross motor skills include activ
Parents with their two children in stroller trike with the younger child using it as a stroller while the older child uses it as a trike
Stroller trikes

April 17, 2023

How to Choose the Best Stroller for Your Baby’s DevelopmentChoosing the ideal stroller is an important parental decision since you'll want the perfect one to support your baby's growth. What's more, this piece of baby equipment is necessary for all your shopp
A baby girl enjoying a fun outdoor summer activity - playing in a sandbox
Summer

April 14, 2023

5 Fun Outdoor Summer Activities for Toddlers and ParentsSummer is a perfect time for parents and toddlers to enjoy outdoor activities that keep children active and engaged while fostering their creativity. Providing your toddler with a variety of creative
Blonde toddler playing in the playground enjoying physical activity
Child development

April 14, 2023

5 Reasons Physical Activity is Important for Child DevelopmentPhysical activity plays a crucial role in the healthy development of children, fostering a myriad of physical, mental, and emotional benefits. This encompasses everything from improving cardiorespirat