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Undeniably, sitting your baby down in front of the TV can be very useful at times. When you need to make dinner, for instance, and your crawler or toddler would otherwise be wrapped around your ankles as you try to carry a pot of boiling pasta to the sink, TV may seem like an appealing option. It’s not that watching TV is such a bad thing to do. But your baby could be doing so many other things, things she won’t be doing while watching TV....

Not all is muddy and unclear. You may get a glimmer of what is going on from your child (depending upon the strength of your communication relationship, her temperament, your temperament, and her age). You may get a sense from watching her with her friends and peers. You may also occasionally hear something from another parent. Often it will be good, occasionally it won’t be. Problems at a Friend’s House It’s not a good feeling when your child’s friend’s parent approaches you with, “Sarah had a little problem today,” or, “I need to talk with you about Todd’s behavior this afternoon....

Activities for Babies and Toddlers Reading is the number-one activity for babies and toddlers. They can never have enough access to books. They love to hear your voice and even though they may not understand the stories, they do begin to have favorite books. Music and children’s music videos also stimulate early learning. Allow your child to dance around as she watches, and dance around with her. One of the joys of parenting is being able to act young again, so don’t miss this opportunity....

1. Baby Yoda 2. Elvis 3. Animal Costumes 4. Baby Shark Costume 5. Sesame Street Characters From Cookie Monster to Elmo, there are plenty of Sesame Street characters to dress your baby up as for Halloween. Walmart has jumpsuit or bodysuit style infant costumes and toddler costumes that feature your child’s favorite Sesame Street characters. 6. Harry Potter Baby Halloween Costume 7. Disney Favorites Dress your baby girl as Snow White, pick a princess costume for your pint-sized Disney enthusiast, or go with a classic Mickey Mouse outfit for Halloween....

“Snacks can provide an important opportunity for growing children and active adolescents to fill in essential nutrient gaps from a missed or uneaten meal,” says Melanie Maletta, RD, CSP, LDN, CNSC, CLC, a pediatric nutrition specialist at UMass Memorial Children’s Medical Center. “Toddlers and preschoolers have erratic appetites which can make it a challenge to meet their nutrient needs with just their meals alone." A fluctuating appetite is normal for toddlers and preschoolers, but this can sometimes mean that snacks may become a larger percentage of their total food intake....

As your child gets older, the benefits of reading continue to grow. Reading with toddlers introduces literacy concepts, such as grammar and phonics, and boosts brain development. Most of all, reading is a special bonding time for parents and children. Especially for young babies, almost any book will do! But these beloved titles are good additions to baby’s first library. At least some of them should be sturdy board books so that your baby can handle them (and chew on them)....

However, there are certain characteristics that might increase a child’s chances of getting bullied. It’s important to remember that these children shouldn’t try to change their characteristics to avoid bullying. Bullying is about the wrong choice the bully makes, not some perceived defect in the target. Types of Kids Who Might Get Bullied The responsibility for bullying always falls on the bully’s shoulders, not the victim’s. Nonetheless, there are a number of types of kids who are often the target of bullies....

Even after the fall of the Roman Empire, Latin language and culture began to spread throughout all of Europe. In modern times, there are people of Latin descent in many European countries, particularly Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Greece, and Romania. With so many languages and cultures influenced by Latin, it is no wonder that many beautiful Latin baby names are used all over the world. Some of these are more common in modern times, and others are taken from ancient Roman times....

Plus, kids don’t always speak up to ask for help. But, unfortunately, bullying is a pervasive, complex problem that many kids encounter at school or in their daily lives. Bullying can occur just about anywhere, from the lunchroom to social media platforms to a child’s own home. And bullying stereotypes can blind us to the many forms of bullying that can occur. In order to stop or prevent bullying, it’s key to understand bullies and victims of bullying, cut through the misconceptions, and identify the diverse ways bullying can take place....

Although parents sometimes stress over the idea of planning a birthday party, the preschool age is actually an ideal time to throw one. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you keep your sanity while ensuring that everyone has a good time. Think About Themes Whether your preschooler loves trucks, princesses, Dora, or Paw Patrol, chances are you can find birthday party goodies that span the spectrum. But, it’s not just about decorations....

While the work of mothers can seem laborious and even overwhelming, it is also filled with joy, love, and fulfillment. Organizations and groups have come alongside Black moms, offering support and encouragement. Mothers of color look to several platforms to provide resources of knowledge, along with solidarity and strength. African American Homeschool Moms This group offers support to Black mothers who are homeschooling their children. Moms share resources, homeschooling ideas, and other educational opportunities via Facebook and their website....

You may be patting yourself on the back for a job well done; you may be thanking your lucky stars that you haven’t had to deal with months of no sleep, or you may just be wondering what all of the fuss from other parents is all about. And then, something changes. Your baby turns into a toddler, and around 18 months, your great little sleeper won’t go to sleep at bedtime, wakes often during the night, or both....

Some families like to choose a name based on a letter. Perhaps it’s the same letter as your last name (so your child will have double initials), or perhaps you want your child’s initials to spell something out. Or maybe you have multiple children and want their names to begin with the same letter or sound. If the letter “Y” is what you’re after, you have some very unique names to choose from....