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Week in Review

Well another week down, and more lessons learned. Bath time has become more fun, as splashing and dumping water out is the new toy of fun for my son. He discovered the “fun” of dumping water out onto the bathroom floor.  The pond dripped through the downstairs ceiling, and puddled on the floor below. So, in just a matter of …

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When your child says ‘NO’

On a bright note, we are in year 2 of this life-long adventure we call parenthood. My son is learning this word, “NO”–I believe it is his favorite word. So, some days at this age can go like this : The 2-year-old starts the morning by screaming, “No, me do it!” when you pour the milk on his cereal. Then …

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Separation anxiety

Going through separation issues with your child is tough, like leaving them at daycare, or with a sitter, or with the grandparents. When my son was a baby, he was completely unaware that he was a separate being. But, over time, he developed physical, mental, and emotional skills. As he grows more confident, he’s discovering that he’s his own person (with …

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