Tag: child development
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Decoding Your Toddler’s Quirky Behaviors
Get Pregnant Fast Your little explorer is constantly learning, growing, and trying new things. Sometimes, this leads to some truly peculiar actions. Whether it’s wanting to run around without clothes, spilling everything on the floor, or even sticking food up their noses, some of these behaviors can be amusing or downright puzzling. So, what’s behind…
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Montessori-Inspired Strategies for Helping Your Child Welcome Baby #2
Get Pregnant Fast Are you expecting your second child? While the excitement of a new addition is palpable, it’s normal to have concerns about how your firstborn will cope with the changes. Sharing space and parental attention with a newborn can be a big adjustment for little ones. In “The Montessori Journey,” co-authors Mia Thompson…
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The Joys and Challenges of Watching Your Baby Grow
Get Pregnant Fast The journey of watching your little one grow is nothing short of breathtaking, yet it can also be bittersweet. While each milestone brings joy, it also serves as a reminder of how quickly time passes. As a parent, the constant cycle of outgrowing clothes can feel overwhelming. On one hand, there’s satisfaction…
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Could Extended Breastfeeding Lower the Risk of ADHD in Children?
Get Pregnant Fast Recent research published in Breastfeeding Medicine suggests that longer breastfeeding durations might be linked to a reduced likelihood of ADHD in children. A study conducted by the Children’s Health Research Center examined over 50 children aged 6 to 12 diagnosed with ADHD between 2008 and 2009. These children were compared with two…
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Say Goodbye to Barbie: Realistic Dolls Take Over the Toy Aisle
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there! Have you noticed that traditional dolls like Barbie and Bratz, with their impossibly perfect looks, aren’t the only options anymore? Many kids, both girls and boys, see these dolls as friends or role models, but it can be pretty tough to relate when they’re all airbrushed and unrealistic. Luckily, some…
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Adorable Baby Girl Can’t Stop Laughing and Takes a Tumble (WATCH!)
Get Pregnant Fast You’ve got to see this cute little girl who will absolutely brighten your day! While she’s having a ball watching her dad try to juggle, she ends up toppling over herself, but she just gets right back up and keeps giggling! Her dad even joked in the YouTube video, “Ironically, when I…
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Are We Teaching Our Kids to Be Poor Eaters?
Get Pregnant Fast Why is it that everyone seems eager to hand my kids sugary treats? They leave the doctor’s office with lollipops, come home from birthday parties with bags full of candy, and it feels like every family member wants to shower them with sweets as gifts. I’ll admit, I’m guilty of this too—sometimes…
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8 Top Toddler Tower Designs, Reviewed by a Mom and Her Little One
Get Pregnant Fast Empower your child with confidence by choosing the ideal toddler tower. By Sarah Johnson, Contributing Writer Updated August 9, 2024 In short: After thorough testing by a mom and her toddler, along with insights from a Montessori specialist, we’ve determined that the Cassarokids Climbing Play Tower stands out as the best overall…
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How to Normalize Diverse Family Structures for Young Children
Get Pregnant Fast There’s no one-size-fits-all family model, and it’s important to help young kids understand this diversity. Here are some tips to foster acceptance of all kinds of families. Anyone who’s watched toddlers organize their toys knows that kids have a natural tendency to categorize things. They easily distinguish between shapes and colors, yet…
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How to Manage Nightmares in Children
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it: your child’s frightening dreams can turn into a nightmare for the entire family. If they’re having trouble sleeping, you’re likely losing sleep as well—and you may be anxious about whether those midnight tears are just a normal phase of childhood or something more serious. Here’s a comprehensive guide on…