It’s hard—and exciting—to be 2: advice for navigating this underrated stage
Here's what's behind your 2-year-old's challenging behaviors, and how to help your toddler thrive during this exciting-but-tricky time.
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3 ways to connect with your 2-year-old when things feel challenging
How to keep your calm and stay connected, even when your toddler's frustrated or pushing back.
Tricky toddler behavior: Why it happens, and how to handle it
Tantrums, limit-testing, and struggling to share: Here's your parenting playbook for the 3 most common toddler behavior challenges.
What’s your toddler’s temperament—and how much does it matter?
Temperament is partly biological—some people are wired to be quiet while others are outgoing. Learn how temperament plays a role in your child's personality.
Why talking about feelings matters so much at age 2—and how to do it
Talking about emotions with your toddler helps them process and manage their feelings. Learn 3 ways to talk about feelings with your 2-year-old.
Helping your baby through their big, new feelings
Many babies start to experience big emotions as they become more mobile and aware of the world around them. New fears and separation anxiety may intensify now that your child has a better understanding of routines and what makes them feel safe. In this post: How to ease your baby’s fears Between 6 and 18 … Continued
Helping your child when screen time is over
Your child needs your help transitioning from the immersive state of watching a show to the reality of here and now. Turning off a screen brings particularly intense emotions sometimes—even when limits are clear and timers are set. Here are some tips that can help. Set a clear expectation in advance Before their screen time … Continued
How to help your child give up their pacifier
Play the “Goodbye Paci” song Giving up their pacifier is likely to be an emotional experience for your child, no matter how you approach it. But you can help them by framing the transition as an exciting part of growing up. Weaning from the pacifier doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Some families choose … Continued
How to help your child transition to preschool
Listen to the “Heading Off to School” song Going to preschool means a new classroom, new friends, and new expectations. It can be tempting to promise, “You’re going to love it,” but experts recommend a confident, measured approach. Let your child know what to expect and reassure them that all of their feelings are okay. … Continued
Helping your child process death
It’s important to be honest when talking to children about death. To process the experience both cognitively and emotionally, your child may need to ask the same questions and hear the same answers many times in simple and direct language. Your child’s understanding Death is a cognitively complex topic, and your child’s understanding of it … Continued