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How to Stop Your Toddler’s Whining

Posted on July 2, 2008 by admin

Around 2 years of age, your child is transitioning from using gestures, grunts, crying and whining to get what he wants. Now that he is 2, he should have around 50 words and be putting 2 words together like “me … Continue reading →

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Tummy Time is Language Time

Posted on May 8, 2008 by admin

Babies need tummy time to build their upper body strength but it isn’t always their favorite activity. So start early and give them something to talk about! I set 3 week-old Caroline on her tummy and put the Taggies Crib … Continue reading →

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A New Resource for Teaching Baby Sign Language

Posted on April 15, 2008 by admin

  When I was at the International Toy Fair in New York City in February, I stopped in at Dolphin Books and was introduced to their new book on baby signs,  A First Guide to Baby Signing. I was impressed because it … Continue reading →

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Lessons from an 18 Month-Old Toddler

Posted on April 10, 2008 by admin

You don’t always need toys: Okay it is embarrassing to admit this as a toy expert, but I was reminded of how little kids need to have fun. Our assignment after Ben was born, was to occupy Will, 18 months, … Continue reading →

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