Tag: toddler tantrums
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20 Things Easier Than Reasoning with a 4-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast My 4-year-old typically unwinds after preschool with a nap and a dose of his favorite show. However, today was different; he flopped down on the couch and then came racing back to me, demanding a new show, but he had no clue what he wanted to watch. “I want something else, but…
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Three is the New Two
Get Pregnant Fast “What if he stays like this forever?” my husband laments as we drive home with a thrashing, screeching three-year-old strapped into the car. “I’m certain it’s just a phase,” I reassure myself, albeit with a hint of anxiety. This was our first child, so I was far from convinced that this was…
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5 Strategies for Navigating Toddler Tantrums
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting toddlers is a wild ride, and while my kids are now in grade school—thankfully beyond the toddler years—I still vividly recall the chaos that comes with this stage. The tantrums, the meltdowns, and the endless energy can be overwhelming, but I’ve gathered some practical strategies that may help you survive this…
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I’m Over the Excuses for My Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast We all have that one friend who constantly needs justification. “He’s usually not like this,” or “You’ll get to know his quirks eventually,” or “He has a unique sense of humor.” Eventually, it becomes clear that, despite your friendship, those explanations start feeling excessive. Perhaps it’s time for that person to own…