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Whine Reduction – Your Turn, My turn, Dadda’s Turn. ~ Chris

Does your toddler whine incessantly?  Try this technique. Play the whine game with me next time your toddler just won’t give it up.  When your toddler whines you’ll want to play it cool.  Rather than getting frustrated sarcastically compliment your … Continue reading

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He Seems So Happy ~ Chris

We got this a lot when Holden was young and I’m not exactly sure why.  My Uncle was up one day and from about an instant in meeting him, that was his exact comment.  He was about a year-and-a-half at … Continue reading

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Saying Good Night To Things And Other Bed Time Tips ~ Chris

I’m all about making life easier for myself and for my baby boy.  This is why I employ many strategies – at least when they help.  One of those strategies is to create predictability.  I can empathize with a baby, … Continue reading

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Making Light Work For You – Baby Sleep Habits ~ Chris

Let me warn you before reading on that I’m not a sleep expert and while you might want to experiment a little bit with some of the things that worked for me don’t take it as gospel.  If there’s anything … Continue reading

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Language Equals Mastery ~ Chris

When you studied hard on a topic you likely spent the majority of your time learning the diction/jargon within a field.  For example, when you learned chemistry, you learned about the periodic table of elements, chemical reactions, and so forth.  … Continue reading

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