Toddler
Bedtime & the Terrible Threes
A mom is experiencing the Terrible Threes for the first time and needs advice on handling battles and bed- and dinnertime.
Toddler
Potty Training: Fear of the Auto-Flush Toilet
How do you handle a toddler’s fear of the LOUD auto-flush toilets when using public restrooms?
Toddler
“I Don’t Like Grandpa. He’s Not Nice.”
A mom needs some advice to help her daughter who doesn’t like her grandfather. We have some thoughts for her.
Parenting
Toddler Boob Grabbing? Yes, It’s a Thing.
My weaned toddler likes to grab at my breasts. Is this typical toddler behavior or should I be concerned?
Toddler
A Terrible, Horrible, Not-So-Good, Very Bad Preschool Transition
Some advice for a mother whose young preschooler is having a really hard time at drop-off and with separation anxiety through out the day.
Toddler
Second Crib vs. Toddler Bed
A new baby is on the way and the parents have different opinions if their young toddler should give us his crib to the new baby and move to a toddler bed or stay in his current crib.
Toddler
Boys Don’t Cry. Except For All The Times They Do.
A mom needs help with her husband and his shaming of their sensitive toddler son for his recent and many crying bouts.
Toddler
Stop Hitting Yourself!
My toddler has started to hit his head when he is mad. I’m concerned? Is this normal? What should I do? Is this a developmental red flag?
Toddler
Potty Training & Toddler Travel
The stress of her toddler’s potty training timing is leading this mom to rethink her whole family vacation across country. What should she do?
Toddler
Your Friendly Neighborhood Playgroup Bully
What do you do when your toddler son is now afraid of his constantly aggressive playmate?
Toddler
Of Naps & Nighttimes
A mom or two kids (who share a room) needs advice on scheduling naps for her toddler so that it doesn’t negatively interfere with bedtime for both kids.
Toddler
Weaning a Milk Monster
A mom would like to partially wean her toddler but she throws temper tantrums and the mom ultimately gives in because it’s nursing related. She needs help following through.
Baby
Baby Sleep Training & the Older Sibling
I need to sleep train my infant son but am concerned about waking my toddler daughter who is a super-light sleeper.
Health & Safety
Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Doggie?
My young daughter is terrified of dogs. How can I help her with her fear of animals.
Toddler
The Pros and Cons of Early Potty Training
A mom is very eager to potty-train her 17-month old. Is that realistic? What are the pros and cons of early potty training?
Toddler
Is It Time to Ditch the Crib?
When should my toddler move from a crib to a toddler or big-kid bed?
Toddler
Best Kids’ Clocks to Help Your Children Stay in Bed Longer
For some reason, most young children like to start their day at the break of dawn. Thankfully for us weary parents, there are some great clocks on the market, designed to help teach your kids to stay in their rooms until an acceptable wake-up hour.
Toddler
On Toddlers & Four-Letter Words
Not surprisingly, my toddler is parroting everything I say. Including the curse words. Do I really need to watch my potty mouth? Is it too late?
Toddler
Sleep Schedules & Early Bird Babies
This mom needs help with her super early morning riser, a baby that only seems to need the minimum of sleep.
Baby
The Three-Kid Family Sleep Circus
We help a mom with three children under five years old with their bedtime sleep routine issues. There’s a lot to learn from here.