Constantly Needing to Correct the Child
Shortly before my third child was born, I wrote a post on Siblings and the Funnel. In it, I cautioned parents against allowing younger siblings the same freedoms as the older …
Pretoddlerwise
Posts to help you understand topics from the book On Becoming Pretoddlerwise. This is for the age range 12-18 months. Learn what to expect with these young toddlers and how best to parent them.
Pre-Toddlers and Emotions
Emotional responses are a complex thing–even adults often can’t explain why they “feel” a certain way. On Becoming Pre-Toddlerwise has two great ideas for helping parents encourage happy emotions while …
Mealtime Booster Seats
“Parents will inquire as to whether a booster seat is absolutely necessary. No, it is not. However, if a child is kneeling on an adult size chair, he usually lacks the coordination …
How to Prevent Your Child from Becoming a Picky Eater
Get ten tips to follow to help your child not be a picky eater. If your child has no medical conditions, these tips will help your child eat what is …
Pre-Toddler Milk Intake Totals to Expect
Find out how many ounces of milk a day you should expect a pre-toddler to have. This is for the 12-18 month age range. A common concern with the pre-toddler …
Pre-Toddler Mealtime Milestones
Learn what milestones to expect your 12-18 month old to reach during mealtime. Find out what will happen with sippy cups, spoons, and family meals. The Pre-Toddler age range is …
Pre-Toddler Mealtime Expectations
Are you worried about how much your pretoddler (12-18 month old) is eating (or NOT eating)? Read this for tips and assurance. The pre-toddler age range is typically the beginning …