Posted on 20 February 2009. Tags: cognitive skills, development, language skills, milestones, physical skills, social skills, Toddlers
This is an exciting time of growth for your child and for new parents, it can be both wonderful and frightening. Every child grows and develops at his or her own pace. However, normal growth and development follow a predictable pattern. Knowing what to expect as your child grows can reassure you that he or [...]
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Posted in Preschool, Toddlers
Posted on 26 November 2008. Tags: anxiety, fatigue, frustration, hunger, routine, temper tantrum
There are few things quite as embarrassing as being out in public with your toddler when he or she decides to throw a right-royal temper tantrum. Just remind yourself – almost everyone who witnesses the temper tantrum will have been in a similar situation with their own children or will one day be in a [...]
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Posted in Toddlers
Posted on 26 November 2008. Tags: anxiety, routine, temper tantrum, toddler
Toddlers can be sensitive to change, which exhibits as anxiety, crying, temper tantrums or other signs of complete melt-down on the part of the child. Try to be sensitive about what your child is trying to convey instead of getting distressed or angry that a melt-down is occurring. Children like routines. What may be boring [...]
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Posted in Toddlers