There are many benefits to co-sleeping with a baby or toddler, but by the time your child is four or five years old, you may want to consider giving him his own bed or even his own room. Not only will you and your partner enjoy your newly discovered privacy, but your child needs to learn independence and also develop a sense of his own 'personal space.' Here are some tips for … [Read more...] about How to train your preschooler to sleep alone
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What to do when your toddler screams
Some toddlers whine. Mine screams. You may have heard her—I'm pretty sure her voice can carry over several time zones. And though I've tried to get her to quiet down, many times I ended up grimly picking her up (so she starts screaming AND kicking) and carrying her away from the people who are glaring at us. But these parenting tips helped me manage the problem better. … [Read more...] about What to do when your toddler screams
How to raise a child who loves to write
Writing is a great form of self-expression. Children who write—even if it's just a few pages in their journal—will be able to articulate their ideas and feelings better. This not only reaps numerous benefits in school (term papers will be a breeze!) but also gives them a deep level of self-awareness. But how do you get kids to love to write? Here are some tips. … [Read more...] about How to raise a child who loves to write
How to adjust baby’s nap routines during the holidays
Babies need a consistent sleep routine, but the holiday celebrations will interrupt and disrupt everyone's schedule. Here are some ways to help your baby cope with the necessary changes, and deal with stressful situations like unfamiliar surroundings or even jet lag. … [Read more...] about How to adjust baby’s nap routines during the holidays
What does a Labralier look like?
A labralier is a dog, which is a cross between a labrador and a cavalier king charles spaniel. She has medium to long hair with long ears like a cavalier. She is frisky in nature and has the qualities of both breeds. She is very kind but very strong-minded and doesn't like to be told off. She does tend to run off or ignore you when you call her. She gets on very well with … [Read more...] about What does a Labralier look like?