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How can I prepare the kids for the Holidays?

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Long Car ride entertainment

It’s coming up to holidays and we are planning a trip down the coast for the whole family. How do we make sure three kids under 5 won’t drive us insane in the back of the car? Did you like this? Share it:TweetAbout M ...

 
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Getting ready for a teen babysitter

What should I have ready for 11-13 year old babysitters for my active 15 month old? Meals, snacks, access to tv/internet etc. Either in the evenings weeknights or weekends. Did you like this? Share it:TweetAbout More Pos ...

 
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lock our bedroom door or not?

Should we lock our door at night to stop our toddler coming into our room? I don’t want them walking in on any “marital activities”.

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rainy days with a toddler

What do you all do on a rainy day with a toddler? I just feel so claustrophobic stuck inside all day with him

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Messy eater!

Arrrrrgh! My toddler is now fighting with me to feed himself! He makes such a HUGE mess! Is there any way I can get him to either stop wanting to, or teach him how to do it in a much neater way? Did you like this? Share ...

 
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Potty Training Issues

My 3 1/2 year old daughter is having trouble potty training. This is my third child so I did not expect to have such difficulty. We went to the doctor last week and he thinks she might have an actual, real issue with her ...

 
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Summer camp

Any good summer camps for a 3 year old who is not quite toilet trained?

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Indoor Skating Rinks

Is the air quality safe for kids? Asthma is shown to be more common in kids who play ice hockey in the arenas. Is this true?

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Giving up his soother

What is the best method of getting your child to give up their soother?

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