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8 different kinds of tantrums
Here's the thing about tantrums: while they're a universal rite of passage for most littlies, they aren't one-size-fits-all.
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Dealing with toddler sleep regression
Although toddler sleep problems can be frustrating for parents, they are actually perfectly normal.
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Toddler Guide
This quarterly guide to your toddler's second year contains information, tips and useful contacts on your toddler's development between one and two years.
- Your Toddler - 13 to 15 months old
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- Your Toddler - 28 to 30 months old
- Your Toddler - 31 to 33 months old
- Your Toddler - 34 to 36 months old
Got questions? Head over to the Essential Baby forums to chat with other parents and carers about anything to do with your toddler, including toilet training, food for babies and toddlers, allergies and intollerances and play & activities.
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Move over Millennials: meet Generation Alpha
Dubbed the iGeneration, Gen Alpha will use technology like no generation before it.
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Toddler troubles: Surviving the 'no!' phase
Relax, breathe and try some of these techniques to nip this frustrating stage in the bud.
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Yes, I allow my baby screen time - don't judge me
I've been reading that children under the age of two should not be exposed to any screen time.
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The importance of having conversations with your toddler - even if they can't answer you properly
The window between 18 - 24 months appears to be key.
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My three-year-old says everything is 'scary'. Is he manipulating me?
How can you tell when your toddler is genuinely afraid?
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Want to encourage your child's creativity? Do this
Well most of them anyway.
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Children are swiping books in attempt to turn pages
UK educators concerned about screen time.
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Kids and screens: why it's not all bad news
Rather than viewing technology as a boogeyman that will doom our children, parents should be clear-eyed and realistic about the limits they set.
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Why do toddlers love playing with mirrors?
Have you ever noticed how many toys for toddlers include mirrors? They're certainly not there so he or she can make sure their hair is perfect.
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How kids benefit from playing with water
You don't need to take a trip to the beach to give your child the fun of water play.
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