How to Discipline a Child for Lying
Kids can start lying as young as 3, and it can make parents wonder where they have gone wrong in raising them. The truth is that all kids lie at one time or another, just as adults do.
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Parenting success relies on understanding developmental benchmarks, managing maternal health during and after pregnancy, and implementing effective behavioral strategies for toddlers and teenagers.
How to Tell if Your Child Is Smoking Pot
More and more kids are smoking pot. The National Institute on Drug Abuse found, in its 2012 Monitoring the Future survey of eighth, 10th and 12th graders, that 36 percent of high school seniors and 11 percent of eighth graders had smoked it in the previous year.
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The Best Sleeping Position for a Baby
In the early days of caring for a newborn, parents may be desperate for sleep. While getting that needed sleep is important, parents must ensure that their babies are in a safe sleeping space and position.
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How to Soothe a Baby's Earache
Babies can suffer an earache for many reasons, including sinus pressure from a cold, teething and an ear infection. Signs of an earache may include pulling on the ears, shaking the head, crying, irritability and trouble sleeping. In many cases, parents can soothe their baby's earache with home remedies.
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How to Convert a Crib Into a Full Size Bed
Convertible cribs help save parents money by serving as a traditional infant crib, a toddler bed or day bed, and a full-size bed. When babies outgrow their cribs and toddlers outgrow their beds, parents can just reconfigure the crib to turn it into a bigger bed without having to buy a new piece of furniture.
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The Negative Effects of Day Care on Children
Nearly 11 million children under the age of 5 in America are in some kind of child care every week, according to Child Care Aware of America. Day care is a necessity for many working families who cannot afford to have one parent stay home with the children.
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How Long Can a Baby Sleep in a Cradle?
Cradles can make tending to a baby easier in the middle of the night, keeping baby close to mom and dad for feedings and diaper changes. Cradles are also small and portable, making them more convenient than a crib since they can fit into more spaces and be moved easily. However, cradles are only a temporary solution.
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How Long Are Babies in Newborn Diapers?
Newborn babies go through a lot of diapers. You may be tempted to run out and buy several economy-sized boxes of diapers before baby comes to stock up to save a little money in the process.
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Sleep Sack Safety
Infant sleep sacks are like a cross between a dress and a blanket. They start out like a sleeveless shirt on the top and flow out like a dress at the bottom but are completely enclosed. They zip up the front, creating a cozy sleeping bag for baby.
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