Tag: child development
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Rethinking Cleanup: A New Approach to Kids’ Playtime
Get Pregnant Fast Picture this: You’ve dedicated an hour to a creative project that you’re passionate about—whether it’s writing, painting, or preparing a presentation. Just as you’re nearing completion or are fully immersed in your flow, someone suddenly disrupts you by shutting your laptop or taking away your materials, insisting that you stop immediately. How…
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The Straightforward Guide to Screen Time We’ve All Been Searching For
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jamie Parker Updated: Feb. 21, 2019 Originally Published: Jan. 30, 2018 Does it seem like your children are glued to a screen all the time? Are you feeling guilty about it? Unsure about what really constitutes screen time, and worried that your kids’ habits could be harming their development or…
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Let Grandparents Indulge Your Kids – It Benefits Everyone
Get Pregnant Fast When my children reached the age where they could spend entire weekends (or even longer) with their grandparents, I felt a wave of relief wash over me. At last, I could enjoy some tranquility in my home while they relished in someone else’s care. My thoughts were predominantly focused on long, uninterrupted…
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Children Deserve the Same Respect We Offer Adults, and That Includes Apologizing
Get Pregnant Fast Amidst the chaos of family life, my partner, Jake, and I found ourselves in a standoff. It was our anniversary, and though I can’t recall the specifics, the argument had been intense, leaving both of us feeling hurt. Coffee mugs in hand, we sat at our kitchen table, the silence heavy between…
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Navigating the Challenges of Autism While Cherishing My Son
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 7 p.m. Your child is in full meltdown mode, resisting bath time with all his might. Tears stream down his face, marking a path through the day’s grime. You’ve tried everything—bribes, a calm voice, visual schedules, and timers—yet nothing seems to work. The simple request for a bath has turned into…
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Helping Kids Navigate Their ‘Big Feelings’
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve ever witnessed your young child having an emotional meltdown, or seen your pre-teen storm out of a room while shouting about something trivial, you might find yourself questioning, “What just happened?” Welcome to parenthood. As I continue on this parenting journey, I’ve come to understand that a significant part of…
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The Importance of Two-Way Communication with Children
Get Pregnant Fast “Listening to your child’s small stories today will encourage them to share the big ones tomorrow.” This advice has proven invaluable in my parenting journey. As my children have grown, I’ve come to realize just how essential it is to foster open lines of communication from an early age. Many parents often…
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What If This Is My Last Baby?
Get Pregnant Fast I find myself at a pivotal moment in my parenting journey. Each time I pack away another season of my little girl’s clothes, I feel a pang in my heart. My daughter is quickly outgrowing her 2T outfits, and I can’t help but feel a sense of denial wash over me. The…
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7 Essential Tips Camp Directors Wish Parents Would Follow While Their Child Enjoys Sleepaway Camp
Get Pregnant Fast As the countdown to sleepaway camp begins, excitement fills the air for your child, who will soon dive into adventures filled with sports, campfire songs, and new friendships. Meanwhile, you might be feeling a mix of anticipation and anxiety, worried about how they’ll manage without you. As both a parent and a…
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If Your Kids Say “Stop” When Tickled, Take It Seriously
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Dec. 23, 2019Originally Published: Nov. 23, 2017 Caution: Tickling may not be as innocent as it seems. I was chatting with my friend Sarah when I heard her 9-month-old daughter, Mia, shrieking in delight in the background. “Is Mia okay?” I asked, concerned. “Oh, she’s not crying. She’s laughing!” Sarah…