Category Archives: Child Development

Are Cloth Diapers Worth It?

Many parents now are seeking environmentally-friendly alternatives to diapers. These reusable, sustainable substitutes are favored by parents who are looking to minimize their carbon footprint. They also can save you money over the long run, as you won’t have to be continually buying disposable diapers; however, cloth diapers do involve considerably more work than traditional […]

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Signs Your Toddler Is Ready to Potty Train

If you have a young child, you may be wondering how to potty train them. Parents also wonder about the best age to begin potty training. As you might expect, there’s no set answer to this question—age is only one factor in determining when to begin potty training. Read on to find out more about […]

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Ways to Encourage Early Communication Skills in Your Baby

Communicating with a baby may not always be the easiest. Every parent has had that moment where they think—or say out loud—“Why can’t you just tell me what you want?!” It’s important to remember that even though your baby can’t express what they’re thinking through language, they are still attempting to communicate with you. Let’s […]

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How Parents Can Encourage Constructive Play in Toddlers

When you think about children learning, you probably imagine them figuring out their ABCs or solving simple arithmetic problems. But for infants and toddlers, play is one of the most crucial steps in learning. In fact, childhood psychologists have found that there are stages of play that children engage in as they develop and grow. […]

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Best Books for Toddler Development

Long before a child learns to read, they’ll be accustomed to the voices of their parents reading to them. Experts recommend that you start reading to children from birth. It’s even more important to read to toddlers as they begin to develop literacy skills. In fact, research demonstrates that reading to toddlers improves their vocabulary […]

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