By: Rebecah Freeling/ Parenting Coach and Behavior Specialist Question: Dear Rebecah- My parents are acting as the surrogate grandparents of a very “spirited,” strong-willed, 6-year-old boy. The boy doesn’t get a lot of structure at home and he’s easily frustrated, and he’s been acting up more and more lately – not just yelling, but also […]
Q & A Toddlers and Hitting: My Son Hits And Pushes Other Kids!
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Q&A on Sleeping
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Q&A: Tips for Flying with a Toddler
Question: My wife’s family lives far away; mine lives local. Since our two-year-old was born we’ve flown five times and it’s getting to be a nightmare. I don’t know if any of you have travelled with a toddler but we could really use some tips and advice because between the whining and the tantrums and […]
Q&A: Toddlers and Hitting: My Son Hits and Pushes Other Kids!
Q&A: Healthy Eating, Self Esteem, & Body Image
Q&A: My Toddler Won’t Share!
Question: My 18-month-old-son “shares” by handing me something and then snatching it back. What kind of kid am I raising? Are there proven ways to teach a child to share? Answer by Julie Gamberg and Holly Kretschmar (Parents & Educators) The behavior you describe –let’s call it “playing backsies” –is absolutely normal, developmentally appropriate behavior for […]