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  • Your Toddler's First Trip to the Dentist

    The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends the first visit by your tot's first birthday. You're on board. Now, how can you prepare your barely walking kiddo for a visit to the dentist?

  • Fight Cabin Fever: Fun Kid-Friendly Winter Activities

    A case of cabin fever fell directly on your home! Whether the weather's keeping you indoors or it's luring you out, these activities will engage your kid...and your inner child!

  • Top 10 Tips to Downsize the Toy Stash

    You suspect that Santa, grandma and your own enthusiasm joined efforts and created a mound of blinking, singing, educational nonsense throughout your house. What can you do to deal with the toy stash?

  • No More Rock Me to Sleep

    Your child has been rocked every night since birth. You'd really like to end this routine. What is the best way to get your tot to go to bed on his own?

  • Baby, It's Cold Outside: Winter Skincare for Baby

    Winter weather is tough on the tender skin of young babes. Here are some tips on protecting your baby's skin at a time of year when "dry skin" takes on a whole new meaning.

  • Pregnancy.org Members Speak Out: Backing Up Your Child's Nutrition

    Your child's personal eating quirks might have topped the food pyramid to look more like a flat pancake. Our parent's "healthy and stealthy" food guide can help!

  • Pregnancy.org Members Speak Out: What Makes Your Baby Laugh?

    What strikes up a belly laugh in your little one? What tickles your tot? We've asked our Pregnancy.org members to share their tried and true tricks that leave their babies giggling with glee.

  • You Get So Emotional, Baby

    Parents tend to underestimate the effects of early social-emotional experiences on babies and toddlers and to overestimate the extent to which a young child can exercise self-control.

  • Healthy Defiance in Toddlers

    Don't assume you're raising a diva just because your toddler gives you a withering stare or stomps out of the room when you ask her to pick up her toys.

  • Toy Safety: Playing Smart

    This year's toy recalls are a powerful reminder that toy safety can't be taken for granted. In addition to keeping tabs on product safety recalls, be alert to toy-related hazards.

  • Sick Kids and Daycare: When to Send Them

    Your child has been sick. You need to be at work. When can he return to daycare? Do siblings need to stay home? Since illnesses are transmitted differently, answer can vary. Find out for these common diseases (listed in alphabetical order:

  • The Play's the Thing (Playing With Baby)

    Your toddler hasn't shown any interest in playing with other children. In fact, you've noticed that he'd rather play quietly with his blocks in the corner than join in any group activities. Should you be concerned? Read on for the answer and a list of important milestones to watch for on the play front.

  • Pregnancy.org Members Speak Out: What Makes Your Baby Laugh?

    What strikes up a belly laugh in your little one? What tickles your tot? We've asked our Pregnancy.org members to share their tried and true tricks that leave their babies giggling with glee.

  • Summer Safety: Keep Your Child Safe and Happy

    It's time for summer fun! Before your kids toddle off, be well-versed in these summer safety tips.

  • Tips on Getting Kids to Bed (and Keeping Them in Bed)

    What can you do to peacefully get your kids to go to bed at their scheduled bedtime?  And what can you do to help them stay tucked in bed?

  • A Babysitter for Toddlers

    If the question is "Can I leave my toddler with our twelve-year-old daughter?" the answer is No! Babysitting has not received the attention it truly deserves. Remember, you are entrusting your child's life with this person.

  • The 12 Steps of Positive Discipline

    Discipline is guidance and teaching a child self-control. If you view children's misbehavior as a mistake in judgment, it may be easier to think of ways to teach a more acceptable alternative. By setting clear limits and disciplining in a positive, loving way.

  • Increased Stress for Mothers of Young Children

    I'm on the go all the time, there are constant interruptions and frustrations, a lot of things are anxiety-provoking or frustrating or both, and there's almost no time for a break. I'm actually worried about my health from all this. What can I do?

  • Ten Ways to Say "I Love You" to Your Child on Valentine's Day

    Looking for a special way to say "I Love You" to your child this Valentine's Day? Here are some ideas!

  • Third-Hand Smoke Affects Your Baby

    You don't have to be a smoker for your child to be exposed to the risks of third-hand smoke. Researchers have discovered that the residue from tobacco clings to furniture, clothes, walls, rugs and floors.