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When two turns terrible

When two turns terrible

Guiding development

One moment you’re giggling with your two-year-old at the grocery store, when suddenly she falls to the ground in a temper tantrum while every other shopper in the store turns to stare! OMG! It is the stuff of parental infamy; it’s what happens when the twos turn terrible.

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Breast or bottle: Either way, you’ve got this!

Breast or bottle: Either way, you’ve got this!

Nutrition

There is something unique about watching your child while nursing. The benefits of feeding time go way beyond nutrition. It is a special moment – a time to take a break, relax and connect.

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Building self-confidence one routine at a time

Building self-confidence one routine at a time

Guiding development

From morning to bedtime, your child’s daily life is full of routines. Clearly established and structured routines can create a sense of security and comfort for children, as they permit a child to understand what is going on and within what time frame.

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Real food! Yeah! But what comes first?

Real food! Yeah! But what comes first?

Nutrition

Introducing solid foods is quite an event, so where to start? Baby’s first foods should be rich in iron, since it’s so important for proper development. Although simple cereals are a common place to start, the “correct” order to introduce foods has evolved throughout the years, so make sure you...

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Bed, bath and backwards

Bed, bath and backwards

Nighttime challenges

Some kids have the weirdest ways to rebel right after their nighttime routine. Some ask for yet another snack, others talk silly, and some have been known to take off their snap-on PJs… Well, while this trick might seem odd, going backwards in your routine might switch things up enough...

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Take peek-a-boo to the next level

Take peek-a-boo to the next level

Guiding development

Babies (even really little ones) love to play, but they’ll get the most out of it if you’re having fun with the game too! If you’re getting tired of your tried-and-true playtime routine, here are some other playful ways to keep your kiddo – and you – stimulated...

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Get up close with your baby

Get up close with your baby

Being a parent

If your partner is breastfeeding, it can feel a little like you’re on the outside looking in during those first few days and weeks with a new baby. One way to feel more like an insider is to practice Kangaroo Care (or skin-to-skin contact) with your little one...

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