Tag: toddler behavior
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20 Signs Your Child Might Be Challenging
Get Pregnant Fast Every child can be a handful at times, but not every child is truly “difficult.” While friends may share amusing tales of their little terrors, I find myself looking for the punchline. A tantrum here, a meltdown there, a brief crying fit—sure, it’s frustrating, but is that really a difficult child? Let’s…
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Embracing the Chaos of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast I recently witnessed a scene unfold in a café that many parents can relate to. A young boy, snug in his mother’s arms, was making his desires known as she tried to place an order for bagels. His craving for cake prompted him to squirm and wiggle, desperate to escape and reach…
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Navigating Your Preschooler’s Hitting Behavior
Get Pregnant Fast Is your little one displaying aggressive behavior? Rest assured, you’re not alone; physical aggression is quite common in toddlers aged two to three. However, it’s crucial to address this behavior promptly. So, how can you effectively manage it? Addressing Aggressive Actions First, when your child hurts another, issue a brief and firm…
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What I Say Vs. What My Toddler Understands
Get Pregnant Fast If men hail from Mars and women from Venus, then toddlers must originate from an entirely different galaxy. It often leaves me questioning whether my little ones and I are truly communicating. The reality is, we’re not on the same wavelength. Whenever I find a rare moment to myself, I tend to…
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Parenting a Spirited Child: The Exhausting Reality
Get Pregnant Fast Having a spirited child can be both a joy and a challenge. My daughter, Lily, is 2 years old, and among my three children, she’s easily the most energetic and unpredictable. This isn’t to say my other kids haven’t tested my patience; my eldest, Max, was notorious for being a light sleeper.…
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5 Parenting Battles I’m Choosing Not to Engage in With My Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast As I find myself in yet another round of the same old debates with my little one, I’ve begun to realize that I might be the one stuck in a loop. You know the saying about insanity—doing the same thing repeatedly and expecting different outcomes? Well, that’s me trying to stop my…
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When Children Speak Their Minds: The Challenge of Brutal Honesty
Get Pregnant Fast Little ones have a knack for unfiltered honesty that can catch us off guard, much like the candid remarks from a tipsy friend at a party. They have no qualms about pointing out your bad breath, declaring that you’re annoying, or commenting on a stranger’s fashion choices with remarks like “Why is…
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How to Navigate Arguments with an Opinionated 4-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast Every parent knows that when it comes to a 4-year-old’s opinions, they can often be as stubborn as a mule. My daughter, Chloe, firmly believes she knows better than anyone else, including her parents. From her insistence that “purple” is pronounced “purtle” to her unique take on appropriate fashion for outings, she’s…
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A Letter to My Toddler: Please, Stop Making the Baby Cry
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little One, I understand how much you adore your baby sister, and I truly appreciate your affection. However, squeezing her as if she’s a plush toy isn’t quite what she needs right now. You’re making the baby cry. I get that you’re fascinated by ears at the moment, and you might…