Trick or Treat! Halloween is just around the corner. You (or your little ones) may have already started to think about what they should be this year for Halloween. If you are looking for some cute ideas for your little one, you have come to the right place. Here is a list of some of […]
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There is something quite comforting (that I am sure many parents can agree with) knowing our child is safe and contained in their crib at night. For this reason, many parents are fine keeping their toddler in their crib for as long as possible. But someday, the day will come where we need to let […]
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Potty training your child requires a lot of time and patience on your part. Getting your little one excited and on board for the change can often be half of the battle. Many parents ask themselves: when should I start potty training? I am not sure there is a right or wrong answer. Every child […]
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Young children are vulnerable to fears, both general and specific. As their brains develop, their imaginations grow ever more active. Anxiety or nervousness is a normal reaction to something that is new and for toddlers, everything is new! Many children obsess over their fears or become fascinated by them. Some choose to chat about them […]
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Parenting a toddler can sometimes feel like the biggest challenge of your life! The so called “terrible twos” easily spread in to the “terrible threes”. This age becomes so difficult because your child is learning how to be independent and express themselves. While they are not intentionally trying to be “terrible” it is understandable why […]
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Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Why are bullies so mean? – Daisy, age 9, Lake Oswego, Oregon Being bullied can make your life miserable, and decades of research prove it: Bullied children and teens are […]
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Sleeping with your baby is not life-threatening, but it’s not essential either. Rather, it’s a family choice that you should make with your partner. However, in order to make the right decision you need to have access to reliable information. The choice of sleeping arrangements at the beginning of your child’s life depends on a […]
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Walk 10,000 steps a day, cut back alcohol, get better sleep at night, stay socially active — we’re told that changes like these can prevent up to 40 per cent of dementia cases worldwide. Given that dementia is still one of the most feared diseases, why aren’t we pushing our doctors and governments to support […]
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