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Toddler Developmental Milestones

When a baby starts to walk, he unofficially becomes a toddler. When most people speak of toddlerhood, they are referring to children between 1 and 3 years of age. Toddlers often make major changes, especially in regards to locomotion, thinking and talking. One-year-olds master walking and mobility, while 2-year-olds work on expanding their vocabulary. Toddlers learn to master their bodies and progress from walking to climbing and running. They learn names of body parts and are constantly refining their fine- and gross-motor skills. They become more independent and imitative. Children reach milestones based on their own timetables, but there are averages of when to expect new developments.

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Sensory Difficulties in People with Autism

I found this list very helpful in understanding how a person can measure another personʼs sensory difficulties. It looks like good explanation of sensory processing issues for a layperson. What are sensory difficulties? Difficulties with loud noises, smells, being hugged, walking on certain surfaces, and having certain foods in your mouth are some examples. People…

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Potato Chive Soup Recipe

One of the most rewarding things about learning to garden is seeing the plants thrive.Although Im a beginner gardener, I’ve learned that chives are such a hearty plant, and seem to flourish with very little maintenance.My lovely friend recently gave me lettuce seeds which I planted in a pot alongside my chives. They are also doing well with very little care.Its amazing those little tiny seeds I planted with …

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Fired-Up Fettuccine Carbonara Bake Made With Ragú

The following post is sponsored byRagPut a fun new spin on a classic recipe and make a New Tra-Dish! This one comes from Chelsea over at Crafty Chelsea, who put a twist onRag’sFettuccine Carbonara.One of my favorite things to eat, hands down, is pasta. I cook it at home all the time and even when we go out to eat I almost always order pasta. I just think it …