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The Words a Mommy Never Wants to Hear – Something is Wrong with Your Baby

Kimberly Ehlers — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 19:53:48 +0000

My husband and I have one child, a boy, now 12. There are a couple of reasons I remember his birth like it was yesterday. First, it was the most incredible life changing experience I’ve ever had. Yes, even bigger than getting married. After all, I knew the man I was marrying well. On May 29, 1998 I met my baby boy for the first time. He was no longer the mysterious baby I carried everywhere with me for 9 months. He made his entrance into the world full of personality. A little one I had to get to know. The second reason I remember his birth so well is because it was the day I heard those words, “Something is wrong with your baby.” Full Article

Potty Training doesn’t have to be a chore.

Angela Wenke — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 12:40:05 +0000

As a home daycare provider I have the pleasure of potty training many of child. As a lot of mother’s know training a boy can be more challenging but the key is to not start to early and allow your child to show you the signs, that he or she is ready to start training. Full Article

The Importance of Toddler Routines

Rachel Paxton — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:29:45 +0000

Routines are very important for toddlers. Routines give
structure to their day and help to reduce temper tantrums and
crankiness that result from irregular sleeping and eating
schedules. Full Article

Activities for Active Toddler Boys

Rachel Paxton — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:29:15 +0000

My husband and I have been blessed with twin boys. Our boys are
18 months old now, and I often tell my husband that God must have
a sense of humor to give someone twin toddler boys. Some days it
doesn’t seem very funny! Full Article

Teaching Toddlers to do Household Chores

Rachel Paxton — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:28:42 +0000

I never set out to give my toddlers chores to do. You might be
thinking, “That’s too young! Toddlers can’t do chores!” That’s
what I thought too, that is until I was constantly tripping over
my boys while trying to do my own household chores. Full Article

Eight Tips for Feeding Toddlers

Rachel Paxton — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:28:05 +0000

If you have toddlers, you know how hard it is sometimes to get
them to eat! Meal time is rarely a quiet, relaxing experience
with toddlers in the house. With these tips, however, you may be
able to coax your toddler into cooperating with you long enough
to eat. Full Article

Developing Toddler Motor Skills

Rachel Paxton — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:26:57 +0000

If you have a toddler, you already know that he or she is a
little bundle of endless energy! My twin boys turned two several
months ago, and they have been non-stop action since they learned
to walk. There is never a dull moment! It’s been a long time
since I’ve had a toddler in the house and I had forgotten how
quickly they grow and how much they learn during this toddler
stage. Full Article

Scrapbooking Toddler Memories

Rachel Paxton — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:26:25 +0000

Toddlers give us many opportunities to take great photographs for
scrapbooking. I’ve listed some activities you can do with your
toddler that will give you a chance to take some wonderful
pictures that will last a lifetime. If you haven’t gotten out
much lately, use these ideas to spark your imagination and have
some fun with your little ones! Full Article

Enjoying Camping with Toddlers

Rachel Paxton — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:25:53 +0000

Have fun camping with toddlers? Is it possible? If you’re
looking to get away and have a relaxed, stress-free vacation,
then you probably don’t want to take your toddlers with you. If,
on the other hand, you want to get away and spend some quality
time with your family, then these tips may help you keep your
active toddlers safe and entertained. Full Article

Praying with Your Toddler

Rachel Paxton — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:25:16 +0000

Meal time is always a good time to get your family together to
pray, but I will always cherish the memories I have of praying
with my toddlers before they go to sleep at night. Full Article

Minimizing Temper Tantrums: Giving Your Toddler Choices

Rachel Paxton — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:24:47 +0000

Oh, the terrible two’s. As a mom of twin toddlers, I wasn’t
particularly looking forward to my boys turning two. As their
third birthday approaches, I now realize that it wasn’t really as
bad as I had been expecting. I don’t think temper tantrums can
ever be eliminated completely, but there are some things you can
do to minimize and sometimes even avoid them. Full Article

5 Must Ask Questions for Anyone Potty Training A Toddler

Susanne Myers — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:34:21 +0000

If you are thinking about starting to potty train your toddler, there are a few questions you should ask yourself before you begin potty training. Being well prepared for this challenging transition from diapers to potty is one of the best things you can do to make this as easy as possible on your child. Full Article

When Is The Right Time To Potty Train?

Susanne Myers — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:33:33 +0000

There isn’t a simple answer for this question. The truth is each child decides on his or her own when it is time to start peeing in the potty. There is however a general age range and somewhere during that time your child will be ready for potty training. We’ll talk about what the age range is and how you will be able to tell that your child is ready. Full Article

Do Disposable Diapers Make Potty Training Harder?

Susanne Myers — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:32:59 +0000

Yes, I think disposable diapers make potty training harder. If you look at the average age a child was potty trained even just a generation ago, you can see that kids now take a lot longer to give up the diaper in exchange for using the potty. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons that modern disposable diapers make it harder for your child to be potty trained and what you can do to make it easier on him or her. Full Article

Tips For Potty Training A Stubborn Toddler

Susanne Myers — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:32:17 +0000

I potty trained quite a few kids over the years, but I have to tell you, my daughter has been the toughest so far. She is just such a stubborn child – especially when it comes to potty training. If you are in the same situation, here are some tips that have worked for my daughter and me. With a little luck they will work for you as well. Full Article

How To Choose A Good Potty Chair

Susanne Myers — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:31:33 +0000

Your child is starting to show some interest in potty training and is at the right age. So you race to the store to get your little one a potty. If you’re like me, you didn’t realize how many options there are these days when it comes to potty chairs. You will find little potties that sit on the floor, inserts for a regular toilet, character-based potty chairs and even models that come with sound and light effects. Which one will be right for your child? Full Article

Easy Crafts For Your Toddler

Susanne Myers — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:30:47 +0000

Keeping an inquisitive toddler entertained and stimulated isn’t always an easy task. His curiosity will usually get him in all sorts of trouble as he is taking things apart to figure out how they work. A great way to keep him busy with something slightly less destructive is to make crafts with your toddler. Crafting is also a wonderful way to spend quality time with your child. Take a look at the craft ideas below, pick something and start making an easy craft with your toddler. Full Article