Tag: parenting strategies
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Navigating a Toddler’s Autism Diagnosis: Sleep, Support & Hope
Facing the Diagnosis: A New Normal for Parents When a toddler is diagnosed with autism, it can feel like a door you never intended to open has suddenly swung wide, revealing a world of questions, rituals, and unknowns. For many families, the first days are a blur of doctor visits, sleep-deprived nights, and a powerful…
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Screen Time and Toddlers: Why the Habit Is Reshaping Early Development
Introduction: A Fight for Human Connection in a Digital Era Recent observations from Coventry’s Stoke primary school highlight a growing concern among educators: four-year-olds entering reception often struggle with basic classroom skills, from sitting still to forming words. While it’s not solely the fault of screens, researchers and teachers are increasingly linking early screen exposure…
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Can a Smartwatch Diffuse Tantrums? Experts Investigate for the Staal Family
Overview: Can a Smartwatch Help Diffuse Tantrums? When a young child’s emotional storms escalate, families often search for practical tools to regain calm. For the Staal family in Minnesota, the question isn’t simply about a gadget, but about how technology might support emotional regulation. Recent discussions in pediatric and behavioral health circles consider wearables, including…
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Starting Kindergarten: How to Support Your Child Through the Transition
Introduction: A Common Challenge Many families face the moment when their child begins kindergarten for the first time. For Brie, a parent from Geelong/Djilang, the transition was a poignant reminder that children, even when curious and eager, can struggle in new environments away from their caregivers. This article explores practical, evidence-based strategies to support a…
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When the Eldest Becomes the Gatekeeper: Navigating a New Baby in the Family
Understanding the Shift: Why the Eldest Might Cling to the Baby The arrival of a new baby reshapes the family map in profound ways. For the eldest child, the recent focus on being the “big sister” can collide with a new role that feels heavy and ambiguous. Comments like “What a great big sister you…