Category Archives: General Parenting Ideas and Tips

When Baby Turns Toddler ~ Chris

There’ll be a time when you’ll suddenly realize that your baby has turned toddler.  By then, you’ll have hopefully set up a proper framework to accept him into a much changed world, both for him, and for you.  Because your … Continue reading

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The Big Juice Dilemma – What Should A Parent Do? ~ Chris

In case you haven’t heard, there’s been a recent, albeit, subtle war on fruit juice.  With the population ever increasingly becoming overweight, even children, the government and health officials have raised the alarm on sugary drinks.  The case has been … Continue reading

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Getting Advice From Old People On Parenting – They All Forget! ~ Chris

I remember some of the advice my mom and other older folks gave to us when our son was just born.  They’d say things like “You slept through the night right away”, “You had no problems with teething”, and “You … Continue reading

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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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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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