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How to approach of a child suffering from a potential sleep disorder?
My son is 17 months old with a regular routine in a nuclear family.
0700 awake
0745 in nursery
Full day of nursery
1730 pick up from nursery
1800 relaxing time with mum and dad
1830 bath time
1900 story / quiet time
1920 bottle of warm whole…
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How to escape vicious circle of dawdling - no outdoor activities - conflicts ...?
I'm very frustrated at this moment.
I have 2 sweet sons (7 and 2 years old), and especially now during the winter holidays (we're all at home together, no school/kindergarden) we could do a lot of nice things together, but it's nearly impossible…
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6 yo smothers his food in sauce -- how can I change this?
My son likes salad cream -- alot. He tends to use loads of it and I'm concerned that he's not actually tasting anything new. It's not allowed on every meal, but when it's out it's all over everything (and frankly I find it quite disgusting, but…
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When will I feel the same attachment for my next child as my firstborn?
My second child is due towards the middle of next year. This was an expected, planned pregnancy.
I have no worries or reservations about having another child. It's something my wife and I both wanted and we agreed upon the timing.
That said, I have…
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When is the best time in a child's development to move to a different area?
We're thinking of switching to a different region at some point in the future. We're not sure when would be best with regards to our child's education and development needs? Would it be best to move when they're younger (kindergarden/grade school)…
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Is nipple confusion a real thing?
Our baby daughter is breast-fed, but sometimes it would be convenient to supplement with a bottle of formula (mostly so that the mother can sleep a little longer while dad takes care of it).
We keep hearing/reading of the danger of "nipple…
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7 year old demands to go to sleep at 5:00 pm
My 7 year old son (and his brother, 5 sometimes) in winter generally demands to go to bed as soon as the sun goes down. We really wish he would stay up to 6:30-7:00 or so because when he goes to bed at 5:00pm he generally gets up at 4:00 am or the…
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Where can we find ideas for activities for our toddler?
I have twin boys who are 15 months old. My mother-in-law does daycare for us and also lives with us. Recently I have noticed a trend where they are spending more and more time watching TV during the day. I am starting to look for some books and…
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How can you turn back the clock?
My eldest son and I have had a difficult relationship for some time. I have changed a great deal in terms of how I parent him, and I know I was far too strict towards him from years ago. He is currently six years old, and he can be angry. I know…
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Extrovert child forcing his company on others
My seven year-old son is extremely extroverted. My wife and I are both introverts, so we have a hard time relating to his behavior.
We have a quiet time every day for a couple hours, when my wife naps or takes a bath, my elder daughter takes a nap,…
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How should an infant refer to its biological father and step father?
Ex-Wife and I separated when our only child was two. She quickly found another partner and they are now living together as married. I still have regular visits and sleepovers with infant. Relationship between ex-wife and I is workman-like, but not…
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Caring for the Children of Deceased Parents
I am really wrestling with an issue that recently came up. Here is the background story: My brother-in-law (my wife's brother) has talked to my wife and said that he wants to name us as the care-takers of his children in his will if anything was to…
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Why does my baby like wires, and what can I give her instead?
My 7 month old daughter seems to be drawn to wires. What can she eat instead that won't electrocute her?
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In the USA in the year 2014, does the law forbid children from being out and about without close adult supervision?
My wife and I are set to become parents within the next few months. One thing that frightens me about the prospect of being a parent in today's world, and specifically, in Littleton, Colorado, USA, is the recent spate of reports of parents being…
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What are the most important features to look for in a baby monitor?
I want to buy a baby monitor but I am overwhelmed by all the different options. based on your experience, what are the most important features to look for in a baby monitor? Please explain the reasons for your preference.
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