Do you ever wish parenting came with a manual? I do. When my kids were younger, I stressed and stressed about not only how to potty train my kiddos, but also when to do it. There was always so much information floating around and it all felt very overwhelming and confusing in terms of understanding when to teach my babies
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How to play with your newborn – this isn’t something you’ve likely worried about in the past few weeks. When you have a baby, there are a million things to think about. You have to remember to change them, help them sleep, feed them, love them, cuddle them and take care of them day in and day out. On top
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Wondering how to avoid the dreaded after school meltdowns? First, it’s important to understand why kids often struggle when they get home from school: Kids are under an unbelievable amount of pressure today. Academics in school are rigorous, there aren’t enough hours in the day to play and release energy and our expectations as a society continue to crawl higher
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A major milestone that stands between the exit of infancy and the entrance to childhood is the move from a crib to a big kid’s bed. If your toddler seems perfectly content with the crib and there have been no escape attempts, it’s to everyone’s advantage to maintain the status quo. Your toddler will be in a safe, comfortable sleep
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Though that first bath with your tiny, wriggly newborn may seem a little tricky at first (babies can sure be slippery when wet), once you both get your sea legs, bath time can become a great way to bond. For a baby, the simple act of bathing is a big sensory experience. Add a song and some silly (or soothing)
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Most babies love their bottle. But there comes a time when your child needs to kick the habit. The idea of transitioning away from bottles can be emotional (and slightly terrifying) for you and your partner—it marks the end of babyhood in many ways. It can be an even harder transition for your little one. A few simple steps can
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