Tag: child behavior
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When Your Child Refuses to Poop on the Potty
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the moment every parent dreams of—your little one has finally mastered potty training! After a weekend filled with encouragement and maybe a few accidents, you’re ready to toss that last diaper. You feel a wave of pride, and your child is beaming with joy. Perhaps you even celebrated with a little…
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What You May Not Realize About That Rowdy Child
Get Pregnant Fast You know the one. In restaurants, he’s the loud kid, causing a scene while others try to enjoy their meals. On the first day of school, he’s the one spinning and wiggling in the classroom, making you silently pray that he isn’t seated next to your child. When birthday invitations go out,…
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10 Reasons Kids Might Not Be Welcome Here
Get Pregnant Fast Not everyone is a fan of children, and even those who appreciate kids may have their limits. For the sake of adult friendships and the social lives of our children, we sometimes tolerate more than we should. But where do you draw the line? How disruptive does a child need to be…
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Your Child Engages in Quirky Behavior Too, So Let’s Stop Acting Like We’re Perfect Parents
Get Pregnant Fast I was recently catching up with a friend who has a two-year-old daughter. During our conversation, I shared how my little one had developed a peculiar habit of sucking milk from her sippy cup, spitting it onto the table, and then slurping it up like it was some gourmet dish. “I have…
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5 Ways Your Kids Will Definitely Outwit You
Get Pregnant Fast Is your household feeling harmonious? Are you basking in the glow of parental bliss, convinced your kids understand their roles and are perfectly content? Oh, my friend, you may be living in a fantasy world. Your little ones are not satisfied with simply following your lead. They are clever, restless, and more…
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Understanding the Distinction Between Tantrums and Meltdowns
Get Pregnant Fast By: Alex Johnson As a parent, I certainly don’t claim to have all the answers. Like many, I navigate the complexities of parenting while juggling work and life’s other demands. Yet, my role as a parent extends beyond the typical, as I have a child on the autism spectrum. Some days, I…
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Research Confirms: Spanking Is Ineffective
Get Pregnant Fast The debate over whether to spank children has been a longstanding one among parents. Despite its prevalence, recent studies indicate that spanking is not only ineffective but could lead to adverse effects on a child’s behavior. A comprehensive analysis published in the Journal of Family Psychology examined 75 studies conducted over the…
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If You Were to Assess My Parenting Through 5-Minute Snippets
Get Pregnant Fast As I push my nearly full shopping cart through the grocery store, the high-pitched wail of my 2-year-old pierces the air. “We’re almost finished,” I echo for what feels like the seventh time, but she’s not having it. I quickly snatch my last few items and make my way to the checkout,…
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Navigating Life with a Child Who Has a Short Fuse: Finding Solutions Together
Get Pregnant Fast Today, as I attempted to usher my son out the door, I found him deeply absorbed in a project making slime. Watching him explore his creativity is a joy, but when it’s time for bed, or we need to leave the house, or the mess from his projects starts to feel overwhelming,…
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Co-Sleeping: A Contradiction in Terms
Get Pregnant Fast Some so-called “parenting gurus” (you know, anyone with an internet connection) will vehemently discourage the practice of co-sleeping with your little one. Their concerns usually stem from safety issues, but there’s also a belief that letting your child share your bed could lead to them wanting to sleep with you until they…