Tag: child development
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Breaking the Thumb-Sucking Habit: A Guide for Parents
Why Do Toddlers Suck Their Thumbs? Read more Thumb-sucking is a natural reflex that can begin even before birth, as babies prepare for feeding. Once in the world, many children find comfort in sucking their thumbs or using pacifiers to soothe themselves. In fact, studies suggest that up to half of children aged 2 to…
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A Mindful Summer: Cherishing Every Moment with Our Children
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I stumbled upon an insightful piece titled “Eighteen Summers: It’s All We Get.” This essay emphasizes the importance of cherishing each moment spent with our children. The author reflects on her baby’s early days, quickly fast-forwarding to high school graduation, contemplating whether her tears will come from joy or regret. She…
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I’m Concerned About the World Changing My Gentle, Empathetic Son
Get Pregnant Fast When I reprimand my older kids, it’s not the one in trouble who displays emotion; instead, it’s my 5-year-old son who tears up. His distress arises not from his own actions, but from the realization that one of his brothers is facing consequences. During our family walks, if one of us wanders…
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Toddler Tantrums: Understanding and Managing Your Child’s Outbursts
Read more Dealing with a toddler means facing the reality of tantrums at some point. One moment your little one might be gleefully playing, and the next, they’re in full meltdown mode—screaming, kicking, and unable to regain composure. Understanding why these outbursts occur and how to manage them can be a game-changer for parents. When…
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Why Can’t Toddlers Sit Still?
Read more “My little one, Max, is always wriggling and can be quite disruptive, especially in public settings. Sometimes, he throws a tantrum if I try to get him to stay put. Why is it so hard for him to sit still?” Understanding the Wiggly Nature of Toddlers You’re definitely not alone in facing the…
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How I’m Working to Raise Kind and Considerate Children
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: June 3, 2020 Originally Published: April 14, 2018 As I navigate the ups and downs of parenting, it’s evident that my family isn’t exactly winning any awards for exemplary behavior today. One of my children is at the play area, dramatically vying for the top spot on the slide, while the…
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Navigating the Beautiful Chaos of Parenthood: My Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Before I met my partner at the age of 32, my life was a whirlwind of spontaneity and social activities. I was often the life of the party, flitting from one event to another, likely as a way to escape solitude. I’ll address that in therapy one day. I was impulsive, exuberant,…
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Why It’s Essential for Your Kids to Witness Your Struggles
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s educational landscape, the concept of grit is gaining significant attention. This term emphasizes the importance of persistence and effort over innate intelligence or talent. While much of the conversation surrounding grit focuses on school-aged children, we often overlook the impact it can have on our youngest ones—babies and toddlers. At…
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Dad’s Calm Response to Son’s Slushee Spill Exemplifies Effective Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast One of the challenges of parenthood, especially for those who prefer to avoid the spotlight, is the reality of becoming the focus of attention in public due to your child’s antics. Whether it’s a tantrum, an unexpected outburst, or an unfortunate spill, navigating these moments can be tricky. Recently, an anonymous father…
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The Importance of Community in Parenting: A Tribute to Our Supportive Friends
Get Pregnant Fast “That was incredible!” my friend Sarah exclaims as she embraces my eldest child. “You performed beautifully. I was truly amazed!” My daughter had just played a violin piece that was, indeed, remarkable. While I feel immense pride in her achievement, I am equally touched by the heartfelt admiration my friend expresses. Her…