Tag: child development
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6 Things Your Child’s Day Care Teacher Wishes You Knew
Get Pregnant Fast Your little ones can spend anywhere from a few hours to over 40 hours a week with their day care teachers, yet we often only have a few fleeting moments to connect with you. Why is it that someone so dedicated to your child’s development has so little time to chat? Typically,…
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How to Nurture a Child with a Sensitive Heart
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, our ultimate goal is to raise kind, compassionate individuals who contribute positively to the world. We hope to nurture little humans who will grow up to do great things. However, some children are naturally more sensitive, which can present unique challenges in parenting. Drawing from my experiences as an educator…
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Is Motherhood Truly Worth It?
Get Pregnant Fast “Is motherhood really worth it?” a colleague of mine questioned skeptically over lunch, her arms crossed as she leaned back in her chair. We were perched on high bar stools in the cafeteria—her comfortably, while I awkwardly navigated my new role as a mother and meal-time multitasker. It’s only been a couple…
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19-Month-Old’s Photography Offers Insight Into Toddler Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Meet little Leo, a 19-month-old who has recently captured the hearts of many with his unique photographic vision. This tiny artist, armed with a camera, gives us an enchanting glimpse into how toddlers perceive the world around them. With a dad who’s a professional photographer in the military, it was only a…
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The Anxiety and Guilt of New Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast As winter rolled in, I found myself on an unexpected journey of head-gazing — not out of boredom, but rather a curious fixation on the shapes of strangers’ heads. It was a peculiar pastime I’d never considered before. I began to wonder if those with rounder heads were perceived as more approachable…
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The Top Potty Training Underwear: Insights from a Mom Who’s Been There Three Times
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating potty training can feel like a labyrinth, especially when it comes to choosing the right underwear for your little one. Luckily, I’ve been through it three times, and I’ve got some great recommendations for you. Top Recommendations First up, the Gerber Baby Training Underwear comes highly acclaimed by other parents in…
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Why I Value My Kids at Their Most Challenging Moments
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a rollercoaster ride, filled with ups and downs that can leave you gasping for breath. There are nights that test your sanity, like the one where dinner is charred, the dogs are howling, and the baby is crying at the table, demanding more snacks with the intensity of a mini…
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Teacher’s Heartfelt Resignation: ‘I Can No Longer Justify Making Students Cry’
Get Pregnant Fast In a bold move that has resonated with educators nationwide, Laura Jenkins, a public school teacher from Polk County, Florida, recently resigned from her position and shared her poignant resignation letter on social media, where it has been widely circulated. Laura’s resignation reflects a deep concern shared by many in the teaching…
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Why “I Love to Watch You Play” is the Most Important Thing Kids Can Hear
Get Pregnant Fast It’s rare for a single sentence to shift my perspective instantly or alter how I engage with my family. However, one phrase did just that, and it wasn’t uttered by a celebrated philosopher or an esteemed child psychologist. Instead, it came straight from children themselves. This journey of being “Hands Free” has…
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7 Challenges I Won’t Fix for My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can often feel like walking a tightrope between instinct and restraint. When my child stumbles, argues with a friend, or faces a challenge, my gut reaction is to swoop in and resolve the issue right away: pick him up, smooth out his clothes, mediate disputes, or rebuild what’s been knocked down.…