Here is another edition of the week in review. The purpose of a week in review blog is to link all of the blogs from this past week in one place so that you can easily catch up on any missed reading. So now is the time to grab that cup of coffee, curl up in front of the computer and catch up on some baby news!
Saturday, October 6 Your Toddler and the New Baby
It can be challenging to welcome a new baby right around the same time that your oldest is hitting the terrible two’s. If you are in the throws of caring for a newborn or are expecting, this is a must read article!
Sunday, October 7 The New Baby and the Toddler: Two Mistakes You Can Avoid
It is normal for toddlers to act out when the new baby arrives. The mommy that he once had all to himself, is now consumed with a new arrival and in the mind of a toddler–it’s simply not fair. But there are some things you can do to lessen the proverbial blow.
Monday, October 8 Tales From the Potty: The Right Kind of Attention
Often toddlers crave attention. But did you know that you can give them the wrong type of attention for their pottying attempts? While positive attention and praise will make your toddler feel proud of his accomplishments, too much negative attention can actually deter your child from pottying correctly. (Leaving him to potty elsewhere if you catch my drift. . .)
Thursday, October 11 You’d Think They Can’t. . .But They Can
It only takes one fall for a new parent to discover that their child is capable of much more than he lets on. You don’t think they can roll over. . .until that first time you set them on the bed thinking it would be fine.