Learning to read books is an important skill that you can teach your child. It can be a whole lot of fun, and it needn’t be complicated. How you go about it will make a huge difference, so here’s a guide that will make it easy on you and your child.
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Potty training two kids together? I’ve done it, and you can too. It’s easier than it first sounds – find out why. I also have some great tips for toilet training 2 children.
Read moreHow to choose the best preschool backpack for your toddler
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Preschool is an exciting and fun start to your child's education. However, picking out the perfect preschool backpack can be tricky, since many backpacks out there are geared to older children and would simply be too big for a preschooler. Rest assured there are plenty of backpacks that work well for toddlers and can still fit everything your child needs.
Here are all the tips you need to choose the best preschool backpack.
Read moreHow to deal with it when someone criticizes your parenting
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Dealing with parenting criticism isn’t easy. Sadly, friends, family, in-laws, grandparents and others are often all too ready to give unwanted advice. Here I’ll explain what happens and ways you can handle it using phrases that maintain firm boundaries without hurting feelings.
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