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Learning about ages and stages of development can help parents better understand and facilitate their child’s development.

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As parents it is our responsibility to help our children learn to manage their behavior and control their emotions in appropriate ways.

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As a parent the health and safety of your child is paramount. We offer helpful information to help ensure your child is all of the above.

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Weaning Your Child From the Pacifier
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Weaning Your Child From the Pacifier

A pacifier is often a child’s first and most precious possession. It offers comfort, satisfies an infant’s need to suck, provides a sense of security, and oftentimes, peace to parents. However, there may come a time when as a parent, you feel it necessary to wean your child from the pacifier. Pediatric dentists recommend limiting [...]
Toileting Issues/ Regression
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Toileting Issues/ Regression

Just when you thought you bought your last diaper and had successfully maneuvered through potty-training, your child begins to regress! Why is this happening? Toileting regression can be very frustrating and puzzling for many parents. Oftentimes, parents struggle more with toileting issues than with any other developmental concern. But, even though it may seem like [...]
Toddler Independence
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Toddler Independence

Toddlerhood is a time of mastering new skills and developing independence. But, along with these skills and new- found independence comes frustration and temper tantrums. This frustration and seemingly negative behavior can cause parents much stress. Understanding typical toddler behavior and utilizing positive strategies may relieve stress and help parents boost their toddler toward independence. [...]
SIDS
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SIDS

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is the sudden and unexplained death of an infant one month to one year of age. Despite significant research, there continues to be many questions about SIDS left unanswered. What we do know: SIDS is the leading cause of death among babies one month to one year of age. More SIDS […]

Sleeping Through The Night
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Sleeping Through The Night

During the first few weeks of your baby’s life his tiny stomach can only hold enough food to last 2-4 hours. During these first few weeks there is no way to escape round-the-clock wakings and feedings. However, many infants will begin sleeping for 7-8 hours during the night at about 3 months. But, keep in [...]
Sibling Rivalry: Toddlers and Preschoolers
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Sibling Rivalry: Toddlers and Preschoolers

Since the beginning of time brothers and sisters have had their differences. Arguments ensue over major issues and, what seem to us, minor ones. Siblings who share a room are often tempted to draw a line down the middle to keep one another from touching their possessions or invading their space. As parents, we are [...]
School Age Sibling Rivalry
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School Age Sibling Rivalry

If you are the proud parent of more than one child, you probably experience the sounds of sibling rivalry and conflict on a regular basis. (“Mom, he’s touching me!” “She’s wearing my sweater without asking!” “Get out of my room!”) Take comfort in the fact that this is typical behavior and yours are not the [...]
Reading With Your Preschooler
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Reading With Your Preschooler

Reading with your child is a special and precious time. There are very few activities as rewarding as cuddling up together with an exciting book! The more your preschooler is exposed to quality books and the fun of reading, the more he will come to value the experience. Children who are taught to enjoy reading [...]
Colic
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Colic

What is colic? Many babies experience a fussy period (oftentimes referred to as colic) in the evening and is usually diagnosed by the “rule of 3’s”: your baby cries for more than three hours, three days a week, starts around three weeks of age and is usually gone after three months of age. What causes […]

Reading With Your Baby
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Reading With Your Baby

While it is true that most of parenting involves real work, some of parenting is pure pleasure! Right from birth cuddling up with your baby and a book not only feels good, but strengthens the bond between the two of you. Holding your baby, coaxing responses from him, talking and singing, and showing pictures in [...]
Nurturing Your Child’s Emotional Development: Preschool through Adolescence
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Nurturing Your Child’s Emotional Development: Preschool through Adolescence

As parents we learn about the benefits of regular doctor visits, immunizations, physical activity and proper nutrition.We understand the need for stimulating toys and activities to promote brain development. However, we may overlook the importance of nurturing our children’s emotional development. Every child is unique. Some children are cheerful and adaptable while others are moody [...]
Making and Keeping Friends
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Making and Keeping Friends

Knowing how to make and keep friends is a very important skill for children to learn! Why? Children who learn how to develop close friendships: Tend to engage in fewer risky behaviors as teens and have fewer mental health problems as adults than those who have no close childhood friends. Have a higher self-esteem. Adjust [...]

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