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The world of a toddler (a child in the 12-to-24 months range) is one filled with growth and discovery. Parents involved with toddler training will greatly appreciate the practical guidance these articles feature on a variety of toddler development topics. These articles comes from authorities in the field of toddler learning.

Toddler Biting: Real Growing Pains

Submitted by kemobullock on Fri, 2010-05-07 11:03
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Raising small children requires parental skills that do not come with a manual. Toddlers especially can be a challenge because small children do not have the communication skills necessary to relay their needs to parents or caregivers. One disturbing way they communicate can be toddler biting. Toddler biting is an altogether unpleasant yet not uncommon behavior. Toddler biting is a sign of real growing pains being experienced by your child and sadly other children around them are being hurt.
 


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Should you wake the Dr?

Submitted by RebeccaS on Mon, 2010-05-03 15:16
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Should we call the doctor now or wait until the morning? Go to the ER? Every parent has had this discussion with their partner at some point regarding their child. This article provides parents with a guide of the 10 reasons you should call the doctor now. Pediatricians are used to being awakened in the night with calls from concerned parents. It’s part of their job. As parents, we need to be informed of the signs and symptoms that require an immediate call to the doctor or visit to the ER.


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Swine Flu Guide

Submitted by RebeccaS on Wed, 2010-04-28 12:37
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Swine Flu! It strikes fear in parents everywhere. This article provides the practical information that every parent needs regarding H1N1, the vaccine and prevention. First and foremost, the article gives the best advice ever about swine flu, don’t freak out. That’s right, don’t freak out. As parents, we just need to be extra vigilant about the stuff we’re already doing to fight the spread of germs. This article gives great information regarding the vaccine, including information about the clinical trials that have been completed on the vaccine.


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Toddlerproofing 101

Submitted by Relational Growth on Thu, 2010-03-18 12:41
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We all know that providing a safe environment for toddlers is very important. However, many parents aren’t fully prepared for the added dangers once your child is mobile. This informative article provides great information, ideas and tips for toddler proofing your home. From toilet seat latches in the bathroom to proper storage of supplies in your home office, this article covers all the bases. There is also a great section on what to do when you have visitors at your home or when your family is traveling. The ideas for toddler proofing a hotel room are great.


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Help for Tantrums!

Submitted by Relational Growth on Tue, 2010-03-09 11:56
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Tantrums are an unfortunate reality for all parents of toddlers. Even the most laid back, easy going toddler will completely meltdown at some point. This article provides parents with information to help understand why tantrums are part of a toddler’s development, how to combat them when they happen and great ideas for avoiding toddler tantrums. Understanding the underlying causes of toddler tantrums can help you and your toddler more effectively deal with the inevitable. The article has some great tips and tricks for parents to help identify their child’s tantrum triggers.


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A Whining Toddler

Submitted by RebeccaS on Fri, 2010-03-05 16:37
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A common part of toddler development is a whining stage. So, why do toddlers whine and what can parents do to help stop it? This article can give insight into reasons toddlers whine along with tips for combating it. Whining doesn’t have to turn into a personality trait or develop into a habit. It can be a short-lived stage, find out how to combat whining by reading this article now.


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Amazing preschool activities

Submitted by Relational Growth on Tue, 2010-02-16 14:12
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If you are looking for tips for toddler entertainment, without the TV, this article can help. The article and website has been put together by a working mother with a 4 year old daughter. The mother tries out all activities on her daughter and anything the daughter finds boring, doesn’t go on the website. You will find links with great craft ideas, kids coloring pages, party games and more.


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Keep your child from using profanity

Submitted by jonathanmcdonald on Thu, 2010-02-11 13:03
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Almost all parents accept that fact that at some point their innocent child will pick up and repeat not so innocent words. Even though your child will make these words sound humorous or innocent, teaching your child not to use them is important from day one. There is no need to worry as long as you take control and make it understood that these words are inappropriate and not to be used by children. This article gives some great toddler tips on how you can prevent your child from using profanity usage and how you can also control it from the beginning.


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Sure Fire Tips for Great Play Dates!

Submitted by RebeccaS on Wed, 2010-02-03 11:49
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Play dates can be great events for toddlers and their parents.  These are great opportunities for your toddler to interact with other children and you with other parents.  The benefits of play dates are numerous for your toddler.  They get practice learning how to share and overall “get along” with others.  Plus, they get to socialize with other toddlers around their same age.  Play dates can be a great resource for your toddler if they are handled correctly. Below are some sure fire tips to make the most out of your play dates.


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The Impact of A Child’s Eating Habits

Submitted by jonathanmcdonald on Thu, 2010-01-28 10:47
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As meals  become easier and easier to come by these days, and your children start to get to the age where they can feed themselves, it becomes very easy to get into  a habit of eating out of a box or running through the drive through on the way home. Since children are referred to as “sponges” due to the fact that they take in everything, these eating habits will be learned quickly and can result in a lifelong fight for their life.


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