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First-time parents often ask when their toddlers will start playing independently. The answer varies from child to child, but once your baby is crawling, standing, and starting to walk, he or she will be more interested in exploring and trying...
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Several milestones in your child’s life seem to come naturally from sitting up to saying his or her first words. These natural progressions are a part of transitioning to toddlerhood. Other skills, such as making new friends—which requires advanced...
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Newborns can be especially difficult to get to sleep, and getting them to stay asleep for longer stretches of time can be even more challenging. In 1994, the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) launched the Back to...
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Parents! We are winding summer down here in Florida and I have to admit, I need a break from the structure required to keep kids busy but comfortable in 100 degree temperatures. Gone is the week of vacation, gone are the couple weeks of structured...
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I love to roughhouse with my daughter, and maybe I’m crazy,but I thinkit makes her tougher. I will say that I think this video is a bit much and that first move the guy does flipping the baby over his shoulder by the baby’s arm was a...
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These are the times when parenting can be tough…how in the world are you supposed to be serious when things like this happen?!?! The father in this video did much better than I could have done before he breaks out in laughter. I would have...
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I saw this on the news this morning and it got me thinking…should we worry about this? I know more research has to be done, but I’d rather be safe. My daughter’s school has this on their playground. Should we as parents be...
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Childhood can be stressful, but we’re just now beginning to understand how stress can damage kids over the long term. According to researchers at Johns Hopkins, adults often “fail to recognize” just how much stress their kids are under and the...
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Bonding between a child and a parent is a deep connection that allows the child to feel safe, loved, and content. Bonding also strengthens the parent’s view of their interaction with their baby and seems to make tough parenting moments a bit...
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There is no such thing as parenting each child the same. Every child is different. The situation in which the child was born, the family structure, life structure, the parent—are all different. Some children resonate more with one parent over the...
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Many parents dream of athletic glory for their children even before they can walk. But is it ever too early to start them in sports, and are there any sports you should avoid? It’s not hard to find a whole market of products aimed at budding...
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When you read the worst gifts grandparents could give their grandchildren, you were probably contemplating what kids should get instead. So it’s only fair to post our BEST gifts grandparents can give. If you want to avoid the doghouse your grown...
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Your 7 month, 1 week old baby is likely discovering one of the great joys of childhood: toys. At this age, your baby can likely transfer objects from one hand to the other, sit without the support of his or her hands, and find objects that are...
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Your baby is growing fast and wanting to explore his or her world in a bigger way. Crawlers are off and, well, crawling … all over the home. Nap schedules are hopefully well established, as are feeding times. Around now you may get the sense that...
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The content for this blog was provided by Music Together Worldwide in accordance with Bundoo’s Editorial Policy. As a new faculty member at Iowa State University in the ‘80s, Sister Lorna Zemke was an important influence for me. Sister taught at...
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Playing on a playground is a rite of passage for many children. From the fast-paced trip down the slide to lining up with friends to wait a turn on the monkey bars to yelling in delight as a swing reaches new heights, the playground is intended to...
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While your 8-month-2-week-old baby may not be walking yet, he or she is hopefully making great strides forward when it comes to eating, playing, and developing. It’s hard work growing up! The new world of screen time In 2015, the American Academy...
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Looking for relatively cheap and safe ways to sleep with my newborn, who won’t sleep on her own. Our current best sleeping arrangement is me on the couch with baby sleeping on my chest, pillows on both sides of me in case she rolls off (which...
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A child can make the most extroverted people person crave a stint in solitary. “I never get time to myself,” mothers invariably complain. And they’re right. When a mom says, “I’m in the bathroom!” “I’m in the shower!” or, “I’m wrestling myself into...
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A couple of weeks ago, my family was traveling out of town. I was driving and my wife and almost 2-year-old daughter were buckled up in the back seat playing with some toys. My wife pulled out a brand new container of Play-Doh®. As my daughter was...
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People are born with a natural attraction to music—and there’s a lot of good research showing that exposure to music education (not just listening) has many benefits for babies and toddlers alike. But that doesn’t mean it’s always easy...
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Instead of asking, “When should I start disciplining my child?” researchers from Yale University recently posed a different question that might change the way you think about the issue. They asked, “When does a child begin to know...
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Hellooooo, 2015! Where did 2014 go? While I’m looking for it, check out this week’s best parenting memes and videos. 1. Babies going through tunnels Turns out that tunnels are pretty amazing. These babies’ faces are priceless! 2. The Lacking Family...
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My three week old doesn’t seem to want to sleep anywhere except on a person. I’ve been sleeping sitting on the couch at night with her lying on my chest. I have a pack-n-play in our bedroom right next to my side of the bed. If I try to...
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...I have two boys, 4.5 and 2. Lord, help me these kiddos won’t do anything without me in the room! How can I get them to play without mom or dad having to play with them??...
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My 2 year old still sleeps in a crib at home. When we travel (which is often, as we have family a couple hours away) she has always slept in a pack-and-play. The problem is, now she’s almost too big for it and I’m not sure where to put...
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Now that your baby is interacting more with the world, you are likely enjoying the benefits and joys of playtime. Remember that playtime for your baby can mean different things. Simply holding your baby, walking around, and looking at the world can...
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You’ve probably heard the saying, “It takes a village” to raise a child. While there’s little doubt that support is essential for good parenting, what if that village itself is stressful? This is what it’s like for parents who also happen to be...
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There are few things that stop a parent in their tracks than walking in on their toddler holding a handful of their own poop. While the initial reaction (other than being grossed out) might be “What is wrong with this kid?” rest assured that it’s...
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When it comes to babies, games are much more than just play. Games are a natural and wonderful way to both bond with your baby and aid his or her social development. Games can teach your baby about the world, instill trust, and even create a...
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If you’ve taken your toddler to a playground recently—especially if it’s your first time to a playground in a while—you may have noticed that playground equipment has changed dramatically in recent years. Gone are the swings, slides, monkey bars,...
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RIE encourages parents to slow down and take parenting cues directly from their babies. This means observing your child and following the baby’s cues when establishing the daytime schedule. Respect for the needs of the individual child are...
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Summer is supposed to be a laid back time full of relaxation and play. Kids are home with more time on their hands, you may have travel plans, and the typical schedule is completely out the window. Kids are more relaxed; however, parents tend to be...
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Whether you sing lullabies to your baby, play a classical music CD in the nursery or crank up your own favorite tunes on the radio, research shows that introducing your baby to music has long-term developmental benefits. In a 2013 study in the...
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At week 11, you are nearing the three-month mark with your baby. Your baby is continuing to develop coordination and motor skills, improving his or her coordination with each passing day. Toys are grabbed more accurately and perhaps even guided...
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From macrame plant hangers to friendship pins to Rainbow Loom, it’s a time-honored tradition for moms to craft with children. It’s also a time-honored tradition for moms to channel their psychological issues when they craft with...
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One of the great miracles of parenting is watching your baby slowly emerge into toddlerhood and then childhood. Every new skill is a triumph, and each thought and feeling is experienced as a new, exciting and sometimes frustrating new sensation. By...
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When I had a 2-year-old and a newborn, I went to my first “Mother’s Group.” I was skeptical about hanging out with women I wouldn’t normally interact with but for the fact that we all gestated concurrently. I made a mental note to research if...
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It seems these days that toddlers and young children everywhere suffer from TMTS, or Too Many Toys Syndrome. Between birthdays and holidays and grandparents who mean well and over-the-top party favors, your little ones may be drowning in excessive...
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Knowing how to properly use scissors is an important skill that many children learn by 3 or 4 years old. It takes patience and practice, but once the skill is achieved, your child will have a great feeling of independence and accomplishment....
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I learned something this week… If someone would just play a Bruno Mars song to wake me up daily, my life would be more awesome. (Hello husband!?) While I can’t convince spouses everywhere to jump on board, I can give you a few laughs from the best...
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The content for this blog was provided by Music Together Worldwide in accordance with Bundoo’s Editorial Policy. Babies noisily make their grand entrances into this world. At first, all of those cries might not sound like music, but they’re really...
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Do you know if there are guns in the homes where your children play? How about where they go for childcare? Do you have a gun in your home or your car? Is it stored unloaded, locked, and with its ammunition locked away separately? Do these seem...
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The holidays are meant to be a special time. Sadly, each year, hospital emergency rooms treat about 12,500 people for injuries, such as falls, cuts, and shocks—many of those related to holiday lights, decorations, and Christmas trees. So, before...
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As a pediatric nutritionist, I have counseled my fair share of parents and their young children through the ups and downs of picky eating. I have seen picky eaters with one or more parents who are also picky eaters. I have seen underweight picky...
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The pot on the stove is boiling, the phone rings, the doorbell buzzes, the dog goes crazy. And meanwhile, your newly mobile little angel makes a beeline for the spare change you accidentally dropped on the floor, crawling as if her life depends on...
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It’s mid-winter! Preschool enrollment time! For moms, choosing the right preschool can be as stressful as the Great Lululemon Yoga Pants Recall of 2013. Because my family has moved so often, I repeated the process in five different towns for three...
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A new version of the popular autism screening tool, the M-CHAT, has been released. The new screening tool, the M-CHAT-R, or the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers-Revised, is an updated questionnaire that evaluates the risk of possible...
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The royal baby turned one, an apologetic dog is stealing hearts (and toys) everywhere, and we get schooled on why dads are awesome. 1. Dog steals a baby’s toy and then apologizes Doggie Charlie just wanted to play, but when toy snatching made Baby...
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From the brain’s point of view, learning to talk and learning to play music aren’t so different. In 2013, research from the University of Edinburgh showed that adults learn foreign languages faster if they start by singing the language. Why?...
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I remember having a cell phone while in high school. It was only for “just in case” while driving, and all it did was call — no texting, games, Facebook, or Twitter. When I went to college, I kept my cell phone in a dresser drawer in my dorm room....
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With the holidays comes the challenge of finding age-appropriate toys for the infants and children in your lives. If you’re like most gift-givers, you want to find gifts for kids that don’t just provide fun but are also educational — or at least...
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Your baby’s first birthday is a wonderful turning point. The adorable baby who scooted around the floor and struggled to pick up small objects is rapidly transforming into an adorable toddler. Over the first three months of this year, your new...
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Parents, you are nearing the finish line that marks the end of infancy. Soon you will have a toddler on your hands. This is an exciting transition that will affect all aspects of your child’s life. By now, many 11-month-old babies are eating...
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The first six months after your child’s first birthday is a time of rapid and remarkable emotional development. At this age, your toddler is beginning to experience a huge range of emotions in response to more specific events and thoughts. The...
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For many of us down here in Florida, this week is Spring Break. Now that both of my kids are in school, that means a vacation for mama and daddy too…yippee! And we are going away for four days on a Disney cruise. Most people fall into two...
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Summertime is here, and so are the sweltering temperatures. Children love to play outside during the summer but as a parent, it’s your job to keep them safe. Here are a few things to keep in mind to protect your little one from the heat. Choose...
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Seeing your child stressed out is no fun. Having to deal with their crying spells, irregular eating and sleeping and lack of concentration on school assignments can put a damper on anyone’s family. Children are facing more stress than ever....
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While there are many great stories about the late bloomer who never picked up a football, tennis racket, or baseball and went on to glory (Michael Jordan was cut from his high school varsity basketball team), there are just as many about the child...
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Getting ready for the arrival of a new baby? Then it must be registry time! As our gift to you, we’ve prepared this helpful checklist to make sure you don’t forget any essentials when you’re preparing your registry. Print it and take along when...
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One of the great delights of parenting is watching your baby’s personality slowly emerge as he or she ages. You might find character traits you recognize in yourself, your spouse, or your even other family members. The formation of character is...
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Parenting a shy child can present a challenge for parents, especially if the parents are natural extroverts who find their child’s behavior embarrassing. Shy children may cling to parents awkwardly at birthday parties, refuse to greet family...
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Teaching your preschooler to be a good friend and citizen isn’t always so easy. This never seems truer as it does when you are trying to teach your little one to share. First, it’s important to understand that possessiveness in toys is a...
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Bonding with your new baby is supposed to come naturally, right? Society makes those first moments look so magical and easy. But what happens if you and your baby just don’t click right away? After all, not every parent instinctively knows what to...
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Lead exposure is a major public health concern. There is no safe blood lead level in children, and the lifetime effects of elevated lead levels are serious. Lead poisoning can lead to neurological problems, including learning difficulties and...
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By now, your baby is happily crawling or scooting across the room, sometimes at speeds that make leaving delicate objects on the floor a dangerous idea. Your baby may even have taken some tentative steps. But if your infant still hasn’t crawled or...
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Recognizing letters is the first step to reading and is the foundation for your child’s education. According to the U.S. Department of Education, kindergarteners who are already familiar with letter names typically find it easier to learn to read...
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It’s official! You have a 6-month-old on your hands. Chances are, it’s hard to remember life before your baby, even if the last six months have flown by. Now it’s time to head to your pediatrician for his six-month check up. This is an important...
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Expecting your first child can be totally overwhelming. So much to learn, so many doctor’s appointments, so much advice! But what do you really need for that day when you bring home your baby? 1. A safe sleep space —Babies can sleep almost...
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Many kids love fruit and eat it routinely. According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, most young children aged 2-3 years eat fruit routinely as part of their day. Unfortunately, this is not the case for children over the age of 4 or...
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Autism and the spectrum of disorders it involves can range from mild to very severe. Although children with autism can be affected in different ways and exhibit behaviors that are unique to them, there are some symptoms that are common among them....
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A good playgroup has benefits that go well beyond a good time on the playground. Research shows that group play helps children learn self-control as well as social skills like sharing, cooperating and turn-taking. Parents in playgroups also benefit...
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For years, parents have debated what seems like a simple enough question: is daycare bad for kids? Although social scientists have repeatedly studied this topic, there still isn’t a definitive answer. According to a research review in the...
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Babies of all ages love the playground, even if they are not quite old enough to participate in all of the fun. The fresh air and endless stimulation can keep a baby occupied for hours. But there are a few things to keep in mind before bringing...
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As they approach their second birthdays, toddlers are increasingly able to verbalize their emotions and wants, which makes the job of parenting a lot easier, since you don’t have to frantically guess what your child is so upset about! But...
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Young children love to play outside, and riding toys are among their favorite toys. What child doesn’t love to ride on a scooter? But a new study from the Consumer Product Safety Commission has found a dramatic rise in the number of...
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It’s normal for children to show preference for one or the other parent at various stages in their lives. As newborns, babies are most often fed and soothed by their mothers. As children age into their toddler years, their habit of looking to mom...
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Your baby’s first year of life is an exciting time of significant speech and language development, both in what your child understands and expresses. Even though most babies are not yet talking, their “pre-” speech and language skills are...
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Many parents believe that if they have it covered raising one child, the next ones will be just a breeze. There are many factors to having a second child, and the first one is the amount of years in between each sibling. Having a self-sufficient...
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Security blankets (or teddy bears or any object) are a familiar feature of childhood. Known as “transitional objects,” these objects serve an important developmental purpose. Children rely on them to transition between the affection supplied by...
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Parents of young children who are not yet talking often wonder how to help their little ones become better communicators. Simply playing with your child on his or her level can be a powerful language-learning tool. Here are some activities you can...