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How to Adjust to Your Child’s Temperament
In the debate over whether we are more the products of our genetic makeup or the environment around us, the best conclusion science has to offer is that we are certainly strongly influenced by both.
Signs of Movement of Baby During Pregnancy
When and how a baby moves during pregnancy is different for each pregnancy. Some babies are calm, rarely moving, which can have moms doing kick counts and drinking orange juice out of concern for their baby’s health. Other moms have such active and surprisingly strong babies that they feel like a punching bag and start wishing for a moment of peace. Many believe that movement in the womb is the first clue to a child’s temperament. Dr. Harvey Karp reports in his book “The Happiest Toddler on the Block” that “moms… knew their children would be spirited because they were so active in the womb.”
The Three C’s: Clingy, Cranky and Crying…The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Have you ever looked at your baby and wondered “What’s going on inside that head of yours?” Or, why is a normally well-tempered baby all of the sudden difficult and demanding? And then, suddenly, he is doing things he could not do the day before? Recent research has shown that there are predictable times during the first few years of a child’s life when he may be more demanding (fussier) than usual. These fussy times have been called “Wonder Weeks” because it is during these times that babies are making big steps forward in their development.
Signs That Your Toddler Has Been Touched Inappropriately
The thought of someone harming your toddler is enough to give you nightmares, and you do everything you can to protect your little one. Sadly, the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry reports that approximately 80,000 events of child sexual abuse may not be reported each year. This makes it incredibly important for you…
How Do I Discipline a Toddler Who Hits?
In addition to cuddling, sharing and being sweet, toddlers often display unpleasant, angry tendencies, such as hitting, screaming and biting. Like many parents of toddlers, you may feel like your gentle baby turns into a tiny monster, wreaking havoc and distress with his bouts of anger. Teaching your child not to hit requires plenty of effort, including speaking to your child in a calm and positive manner. Your own behavior can make the difference between escalating and defusing the situation.