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Switching From Bottle to Sippy Cup September 25, 2023

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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends weaning your baby from the bottle before your baby is 18 months old.
The longer you wait to wean your baby from bottles, the harder it will be.
Using a bottle for too long can lead to dental problems and obesity.

Posted in Infants, Pediatric Articles | Tagged bottle feeding, toddlers, weaning

The Best Baby Toys You Don’t Have to Buy July 13, 2022

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Utilize household objects instead of store bought toys.
Choose the type of household toy based on the child's age from baby to toddler.
Make toys developmentally friendly to help children learn while they play.

Posted in Infants, Pediatric Articles | Tagged age appropriate toys, babies, cheap, free, infant, parenting, safety, toddlers, toys

Temper tantrums: A parent’s survival guide January 16, 2020

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Tantrums are a normal part of growing up as children start to assert their independence and learn how to express emotions.
Teach your child that anger is a common feeling and how to express it constructively.
Teach children that they can get your attention with good behavior instead of seeking negative attention.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged parenting, tantrums, toddlers

Toddler Choking Hazards and Prevention August 16, 2019

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Food causes 60 percent of non-fatal choking incidences, with hard candy being the leading culprit.
Only serve children food that they are developmentally ready for and keep small objects out of reach.
You and any of your children’s caregivers should learn CPR and choking first aid.

Posted in Child Safety, Infants, Pediatric Articles | Tagged baby proofing, choking, infants, safety, toddlers

Are Baby Educational Videos and Apps Really Making Your Child Smarter? April 11, 2019

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Multiple studies show educational media directed at babies and toddlers doesn’t work.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends children under the age of two get as little screen time as possible.
The best way to help small children learn is by interacting face-to-face with them.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged development, early childhood, infants, reading, screen time, toddlers

Building Toddler Vocabulary Through Gestures March 22, 2019

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Children who enter kindergarten with a bigger vocabulary tend to do better throughout their entire school career.
In addition to reading and talking to your child, gesturing also helps build a child's vocabulary.
Gestures are an important precursor to talking and help toddlers form connections.

Posted in Infants, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged development, early childhood, language, speech, toddlers

What should I do if my child bites? March 16, 2018

Biting is a common early childhood behavior that many parents dread
Isolating potential triggers for biting can be the quickest fix
Having a strategy to correct the behavior positively, and to reinforce better choices can shorten this phase

Posted in Child Behavior | Tagged biting, toddlers

The most effective discipline strategies for toddlers April 11, 2016

Article at a Glance There is no one perfect discipline method for all kids. Easier-to-manage toddlers show improved behavior when offered choices, compromise, and reasoning. Harder-to-manage toddlers show improved behavior when choices and reasoning are balanced with timeouts and lost privileges for non-compliance. Just like clothing, when it comes to disciplining your toddler, “one-size-fits-all” is … Continue reading “The most effective discipline strategies for toddlers”

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged behavior, discipline, parenting, toddlers

Reduce bedtime struggles with the bedtime pass January 4, 2016

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The bedtime pass is a card that allows your child one free trip out of their room or a visit from a parent after bedtime.
Studies have shown that children who received the passes at bedtime cried out less frequently, settled down faster, and had fewer problems with leaving their bedrooms or having meltdowns.
Doctors believe that one reason the pass is so successful is that it is acceptable to both parents and children.

Posted in Child Behavior, Pediatric Articles | Tagged bedtime, preschoolers, toddlers

The Importance of Playing December 7, 2015

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Play is an important part of child development and helps children develop emotional, physical, and cognitive skills.
In recent decades play time has been reduced in school and at home in favor of academics and organized activities.
Simplify your life so that you have enough time in your day to spend unscheduled and unstructured time playing with your child.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged behavior, development, play, preschoolers, toddlers

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