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Part 2: Getting Wee Ones to Sleep

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

Ever noticed a lot of upset in the late afternoon before dinner and bedtime? You may have had a wonderful day with the children, a few snafoos, but for the most part, a pleasant day. Late afternoon, just before dinner and what occurs? Crying over little things – it might be a broken crayon or big sister sat at the…

Navigating Nap Time

Wednesday, January 6th, 2010

My youngest is turning 4 this month. He still needs a nap. I keep waiting for the days to arrive when he survives the afternoon without falling asleep or without falling apart (if he doesn’t squeeze in a nap). Nope, not yet. Like clockwork, he gets sleepy and weary around 1pm. It’s become a taboo to talk about the nap….

Is My 2 Year Old a Conformist?

Friday, October 30th, 2009

Saba’s Question: Is my daughter a conformist? She is two years and four months. I signed her up for music class. I watched her personality take a 180 degree turn. She shies away from everyone. She who responds to a complete stranger at Starbucks when they ask her questions, refuses to answer any of the teacher’s questions. The only thing…

Toddler Nap Challenges

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

Question From Shara: I have always felt strongly about the importance of daytime napping. Fortunately my son (now 25 months) has generally seemed to agree with me on this subject. He has always been a good napper – going down willingly and easily and sleeping well for about an hour and a half. However, about a month ago, two things…

Part 2: Getting Wee Ones to Sleep

Navigating Nap Time

Is My 2 Year Old a Conformist?

Toddler Nap Challenges

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