Making the Little Years Easier

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  How to Parent a Strong-Willed Child Without Turning Every Day Into a Battle
  “Put your jacket on, please.” “No!” “It’s cold outside. Come on, put it on.” “I DON’T WANT TO!” “But we have to leave.” “NO! I’M NOT WEARING IT!” You look at the clock. Your child looks at you. The jacket sits between you, completely innocent, as if it has no idea it just became the main character in a high-stakes negotiation. And this is what can make parenting a strong-willed…
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  25 Things to Teach Your 1-Year-Old Through Everyday Life
  Your Home Is Already a Classroom When your baby turns one, a funny little question often starts popping into your head: “Am I teaching my child enough?” You see toddlers online recognizing colors, counting to ten, or somehow knowing the alphabet before breakfast, and suddenly you wonder if you should be doing more. Take a breath. Your 1-year-old does not need a classroom in the living room. They need a…
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  Why Is My Toddler Waking Up at 5 AM? 7 Possible Reasons and What to Try
  5:07 AM. You hear a tiny voice outside the bedroom door. “Mommy…” You pull the blanket a little higher. Silence. Then: “Mommy. I’m awake.” You look at the clock. 5:07. No. Absolutely not. You close your eyes and hope this is one of those dreams where you wake up and discover it’s actually 7:30. Then comes the sentence that ends all hope: “Mommy, I’m REALLY awake.” And just like that,…
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  Why Is My Toddler Fighting Bedtime? 9 Common Reasons and What to Do
  There’s a moment almost every toddler parent knows. You gave your child a bath. Pajamas are on. Teeth are brushed. You read a book. You even gave that extra-special bedtime cuddle. You turn off the light. Pull up the blanket. Kiss your little one on the forehead and whisper: “Good night, sweetheart.” You make it about three steps toward the door. Then you hear: “Mommy, I’m thirsty!” So you turn…
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  15 Ways to Help Your Toddler Listen Without Yelling or Power Struggles
  There comes a stage of motherhood when you may start questioning your own ears. You say: “Honey, put your toys away.” Nothing. You say a little louder: “Did you hear Mommy?” Still nothing. You walk over. “I said, put your toys away.” Your child looks at you. Then… picks up one little car and runs away. You stand there. The car is running. The child is running. And your patience…