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What to do when your child won't nap
Young children need to nap, but getting them to sleep can sometimes be a real challenge. We look at some of the reasons children resist naptime, and give solutions to help you restore their natural sleep patterns.
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How to handle a clingy toddler
The way parents handle clinginess can have a big impact on how long it lasts and how bad it becomes.
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Lego statue shattered: Three days to build, smashed in seconds
A child who broke through a security rope to get a better look at a Lego statue has crashed it to the ground, just one hour after it went on display.
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To rein or not to rein? Life with a toddler on the run
When you've chased your toddler in public as often I have, you may decide it's time to rein them in.
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Adorable triplets give garbage men a hand
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Dad shares hilarious video on how to travel with a baby
Travelling with a baby can be a daunting task for new mums and dads.
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Photographer documents son's adventures with his little toy truck
An adorable toddler and his toy truck in a photo series that'll melt your heart.
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The five ways I know my 'baby' is no longer a baby
The truth is, I can no longer deny that my walking, babbling, somewhat-independent little miss is no longer a bona fide 'baby'.
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When your kids have totally different temperaments
Sometimes it has felt like whiplash parenting. She perches watchfully while I vacuum; he tries to climb on and go for a ride.
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A charm bracelet, a boy, and my beliefs questioned
I was staring at the face of my son, realising that my once steadfast decision to be open minded was quickly unravelling at the seams.
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Parents, this is how to cut grapes to avoid choking
One mum has learnt a harrowing lesson about the best way to cut grapes to make it safe for toddlers and little kids to eat.
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Mum's anger at restaurant's $10 'cleaning fee'
An upset mum has told how she was charged $10 in cleaning fees after her toddler son vomited in a restaurant - despite having cleaned up the mess herself.
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Vomiting toddler creates sticky situation for dad
Sometimes being a parent means you have to take your laughs where you get them, even if it is at another parent's expense.
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