Tag: toddler care
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The American Academy of Pediatrics Revises ‘No Screens Under 2’ Guideline
Get Pregnant Fast In a significant update for parents everywhere, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has re-evaluated its previous stance on screen time for toddlers, particularly the long-standing rule against screens for children under the age of two. It seems we can finally breathe a sigh of relief. The overly strict “no screens until…
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Should You Vaccinate Your Baby or Toddler Against COVID-19?
Get Pregnant Fast With the COVID-19 vaccine now approved for infants and young children, many parents are grappling with the decision of whether to vaccinate their little ones. As parents like Sarah and James have debated this topic, they often find themselves faced with a mix of information, guidelines, and concerns about safety. Key Questions…
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6 Ways Parenting Can Seriously Hurt
Get Pregnant Fast Parenthood is a rigorous endeavor, starting from the moment of birth and often lasting until your kids are finally mature enough to avoid stepping on Dad’s sensitive areas. While people often share tales of colic, postpartum depression, and diaper disasters, the conversation frequently skips over the physical injuries that come with raising…
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Just Cut the Grapes Already!
Get Pregnant Fast I have a rather intense fear of choking, especially when it comes to kids. Whenever I see someone take a massive bite of their food, my mind races, mentally rehearsing the Heimlich maneuver. So, you can only imagine how I handle introducing solid foods to my little ones. I slice everything into…
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7 Commitments I Make But Rarely Honor
Get Pregnant Fast Since the arrival of my son about a year and a half ago, it feels like I’ve been strapped into a rollercoaster that I didn’t sign up for. It’s exhilarating, completely out of my control, and everything rushes by so quickly that I can barely catch my breath. As the New Year…
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Your 1-Year-Old Toddler: Week 38 Insights
Get Pregnant Fast As your little one approaches the end of their first year, you may notice that their charming smile can easily melt away any frustrations. With a growing set of teeth — and more on the horizon — it’s essential to prioritize oral hygiene. After all, with all that cuteness, we want their…
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7 Things I’m Avoiding as a Second-Time Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Transitioning to being a mom of two has its challenges, but the silver lining is that you’ve gained valuable insight from your first experience. When I learned I was expecting a daughter just before my son’s second birthday, I took a moment to reflect on how to navigate this change smoothly. With…
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Hey, Parents of Young Kids: It Will Get Easier
Get Pregnant Fast Once upon a time, a stomach bug invaded my home like an unstoppable force, wreaking havoc on everyone in its path. My two oldest, ages 8 and under, were just beginning to recover when, in the dead of night (because when else would it happen?), my 3-year-old dashed into the bathroom. Clueless…
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Mom Pulls Off a Brilliant MacGyver Move for Some Much-Needed Alone Time
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, we’ve all been there—wishing for just a few moments of solitude to handle even the most basic tasks, like using the restroom. One clever mom, however, took matters into her own hands and devised a hilariously ingenious solution to escape her clingy child. You’re going to want to take…
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Ringworm in Kids: What Parents Need to Know
Get Pregnant Fast If you notice a red or pinkish-brown circular rash on your child’s skin, it could be a sign of a common fungal infection known as ringworm. Don’t let the name fool you—there are no actual worms involved! Instead, this condition is characterized by scaly patches that often form a ring shape, leaving…