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How to Teach a Child to Dress Themselves

Published Jan 20, 2020 Updated Jan 21, 2020

Want to let the kids dress themselves and also save yourself time? Learn how to teach a child to dress themselves in the mornings with these useful tips. I was late for work, and my son insisted on putting his shoes on. This wouldn't have been a problem... if he actually knew how to put shoes on. You see, all this time, I'd been doing everything for him because it just seemed faster that way. The problem? I figured I'd save more time if he only knew how to get dressed—except that took time I already didn't have. Catch-22, anyone? In my home, my husband usually had morning duty … [Read more...]

Realistic Examples of a 3 Year Old Daily Schedule

Family Life

Published Jan 13, 2020 Updated Jan 19, 2020

Looking for a 3 year old daily schedule? From sleep and nap times to preschool routines, these samples are perfect for both working and stay at home mom! You know when your 3 year old's schedule needs some serious revamping. Bedtime can take two hours before she finally falls asleep. Some days she's up early while others she sleeps late into the morning. And those naps—the ones that can't seem to make up their mind whether to stay or go—make your day that much more unpredictable. You need help restructuring your days, particularly with wake ups, meals, and bedtime. Or maybe you're … [Read more...]

Stop Giving Your Child Empty Threats

Behavior

Published Jan 08, 2020 Updated Jan 11, 2020

How many times have you threatened your kids with a consequence, only to not actually enforce it? Learn how to avoid empty threats for better behavior. "If you don't stop, we're not going to the park!" I hollered at my kids. They had been fighting over a toy, for what seemed like the tenth time that day. But instead of instant submission—or even a pause—they refused to listen. The threat of not going outside to play wasn't enough to get them to stop fighting. Sure, they may have been too involved to fully grasp the threat, or maybe not going to the park wasn't enough of a motivation … [Read more...]

How to Stop Preschool Behavior Problems

Behavior

Published Dec 16, 2019 Updated Jan 12, 2020

Overwhelmed with your child's preschool behavior problems that are out of control and getting worse? Find out what is normal and what to do. Hearing that your child has been behaving poorly at preschool can come as a shock for many moms, especially when we don't see it at home. Maybe your child's teacher reported that he's been hitting, kicking, and pushing other kids during play time. Or that he refuses to follow directions and can't seem to sit still like the others do. Perhaps he doesn't know how to control his anger when he doesn't get his way. He might even yell at nap time to … [Read more...]

13 Anxiety Books for Kids

Learn and Discover

Published Nov 25, 2019 Updated Nov 25, 2019

These anxiety books for kids will help you put your child at ease, whether they’re going to school, dealing with separation anxiety, or feel anxious about making mistakes. Does your child cry in the morning because her stuffed animal isn't where it was the night before? Is she fun and energetic at home, but completely different in public? Has preschool drop-off become such a nightmare because she cries the minute you leave? Many of us have wondered whether our kids' behaviors are normal, or if they could possibly signal anxiety problems that need to be addressed. And for good reason: … [Read more...]

The Key to Helping Your Child Stop Crying at School

Learn and Discover

Published Oct 28, 2019 Updated Jan 11, 2020

Drop off time with a child who is suddenly crying at school is heart-wrenching. Follow these simple best practices for tear-free school days. "Come meet your new friends!" my son's preschool teacher said. But instead, he stood in place, head hung low, his eyes pointed straight to the ground. We had just enrolled him into a new school—or school, period, because he had never gone before—and nothing was more heartbreaking than seeing him realize his new reality. Because isn't that just the worst feeling? Maybe your daughter was fine the first few days of school, but now cries when you … [Read more...]

How to Respond when Your 3 Year Old Won’t Stay in Bed

Preschooler

Published Oct 21, 2019 Updated Jan 12, 2020

Your 3 year old won’t stay in bed? You aren’t alone! Get practical and helpful tips for when your child suddenly won’t sleep alone. Independence can come at a price, don't you think? For instance, your 3 year old's newfound ability to get in and out of bed usually means he's getting out more than staying in. In fact, he gets up some 12 times a night, over and over. If you drop his afternoon nap, he can hardly stay awake past 5pm. But if he does take a nap, he won't go to bed until past 10pm. You may have tried putting him back in bed like you heard you should do, but eventually gave up … [Read more...]

How to Respond When Your 3 Year Old Tantrums Every Day

Behavior

Published Sep 26, 2019 Updated Jan 25, 2020

Dealing with 3 year old tantrums every day is exhausting. Learn what’s normal for children, as well as what to do if tantrums start getting worse. Apparently, it was "opposite day" for my 3 year old. When we went outside, he wanted to go inside (only to change his mind once I obliged). He wanted to go for a walk, but complained that he was tired, leaving me to carry him the rest of the way home. And when we were finally indoors for good, he threw a fit because he wanted to leave the door open... never mind that all the while, I was trying to take his shoes and jacket off. For many … [Read more...]

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How to Teach a Child to Dress Themselves

Realistic Examples of a 3 Year Old Daily Schedule

Stop Giving Your Child Empty Threats

How to Stop Preschool Behavior Problems

13 Anxiety Books for Kids

The Key to Helping Your Child Stop Crying at School

How to Respond when Your 3 Year Old Won’t Stay in Bed

How to Respond When Your 3 Year Old Tantrums Every Day

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