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Toddler Getting Out of Bed Repeatedly? Here’s How to Stop It

If you're a parent with the issue of a toddler getting out of bed repeatedly, you know the pain (and exhaustion). Learn what's going on and what to do.
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Make Mealtimes Fun With these Kid-Approved Gadgets

Make mealtime less of a hassle with these fun ideas.
Toddlers

The Physical Toll of Carrying Toddlers

All that lifting and carrying can wreak havoc on your body.
Toddlers

Toddler Body Rocking: What It Looks Like and How to Address It

Notice your toddler body rocking? He or she isn't alone! Here's why 'body rocking' is typical in toddlers and what parents can do to address it.
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Why Young Kids Hop, Skip, Jump and Bounce Around

Little ones spin, run, jump and bounce. Wonder why young kids hop around so much? Here's a look at the reasons — and what to do when it's too much.
Toddlers

Why Toddlers Strip Out of Their Clothes

While no parent wants to chase a naked kid in a store, tots shuck off their clothes for many reasons. Here's why toddlers strip — and ways to curb the behavior.
Toddlers

Toddler Not Sleeping? Tips to Get Them to Sleep Through the Night

A local pediatrician explains the sleep habits parents should expect during the toddler stage and how to deal with your toddler not sleeping well.
Toddlers

Threenager Survival Guide: Growing With a Strong-Willed 3-Year-Old

The 'terrible twos' might be over but buckle up because the turbulent threenage years are here.
Toddlers

Tips on Organizing All Your Toddler’s Stuff

Local mom and organizer offers her tips on organizing all your toddler's stuff and keeping it that way.
Indoors

Toddler Toys That Teach Important Lessons

From climate change to diversity and helping others, it's never too late to teach kids these lessons and these toddler toys can help you teach them.
Toddlers

Why Toddlers Hit and What to Do When Your Child Won’t Stop

Any parent whose been slapped by his or her tot has wondered why toddlers hit in the first place. Read on for insight from an Oakland County expert.
Toddlers

Tips for Toilet Training a Girl

Do you think your daughter is ready? Here are some tips for toilet training a girl that might help make the transition a bit easier.
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