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And You Thought Your Kid Was Smart

by Michele Cheplic

02 May 2009 09:34 PM

Most parents are constantly trying to educate their children. They read to them, sing to them, and expose them to visually stimulating environments. In some cases it pays off and the child becomes a voracious learner always ready to take on a new challenge. Other kids, not so much.

Walking Around with a Sippy Cup

by Kori Rodley Irons

12 Jan 2008 08:51 AM

In the past two days, I have witnessed two "sippy cup incidents" and I thought this might be a good place to discuss them.

Teaching Impulse Control To Toddlers

by Myra Turner

11 Jun 2007 01:44 PM

One of the things I remember most about Tyler's toddler years was how impulsive he was. The constant grabbing of items within his reach. The climbing on objects to grab items that was not within his reach. Toddlers have little impulse control.

A New Kind Of Family Cell Plan

by Myra Turner

20 Feb 2007 10:22 AM

There's a new family cell plan and it's not being offered by Verizon, Cingular or any of the other major providers. No, this cell plan places toddlers behind bars so that they can bond with their inmate parents. Family cells are being used in Spain and they are the only ones being used in the world.

A Messy Nature

by Teresa McEntire

17 Jan 2007 10:10 AM

Why is it that some children are just messier than others? Is it some genetic trait that they are just born with? Do some children just naturally leave a trail of messes wherever they go? The answer of course is YES! Some children truly are born with that inquisitive and messy gene.

Taming Tantrums

by Teresa McEntire

20 Dec 2006 10:14 PM

Tantrums are something that most parents experience some more than others. Unfortunately I have had my fair share of tantrums.

Is Santa Real?

by Myra Turner

30 Nov 2006 09:48 AM

Tuesday Tyler came home all excited because Santa was going to call him. At first I didn't understand what he was talking about until he pulled a form from his folder and gave it to me. The form needed to be filled out by parents and then returned to the school.

Parents Beware The Hidden Danger In Some Kids Toys

by Myra Turner

22 Nov 2006 10:44 PM

As we approach the Christmas shopping season, parents are reminded that when it comes to toys, toddlers put everything in their mouths. As a result, we have to be very cautious of what we put in their hands.

When You Can't Take Your Toddler ANYWHERE

by Catherine Ipcizade

23 Oct 2006 06:55 PM

Perhaps your two-year-old is a perfect angel all the time. Perhaps they would never, ever, in a million years think of crawling under the table at a restaurant. Perhaps you've got the whole discipline thing down pat. If so, I give you credit, because life in my household just got crazy.

10 Ways to Prevent Aggression in Toddlers

by Teresa McEntire

09 Oct 2006 07:39 AM

As every parent knows there are times when your toddler will become aggressive. For toddler's, this aggressive behavior is normal. They are learning to become independent and have an undeveloped impulse control.



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