Activities: Child, The First Years

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Best Books for 5 Year Old

I am going to get a few story books for my niece who is turning 5 and I need a few ideas. What are your 4-5 year olds' favorite books? I know she likes Click Clack Moo...

Drivers Ed

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16 Month Old Is Driving Me Crazy

so my 16 month old is driving me crazy. for the past few months she's been very needy, crying and whining when i put her down or leave the room (even if her dad is with her). i read somewhere that it's just a phase, and that it passes faster if you provide reassurance that you are available for them. but it has gotten worse. and she's started to whine. she does not do this as much with her father. needless to say this is super unpleasant and i wonder if being too available (i stay at home) is not making it worse. any advice?

Skating

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Son Having Trouble in Pre School

hello again ladies I called my sons pre school teacher today to ask a question. I really love his teacher, she is fantastic and so nice and my son seems to love her too. When we spoke, she had expressed to me that she has some concerns about my son. She wanted to give him a little more time before she spoke with me, but since we were on the phone she decided to tell me. She told me that my son has been having a very very difficult time with focus and his listening skills. She has expressed how much she really like David and thought...

Summer Childcare

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Two Questions About Summer Child Care

I could use some "Mommie" advise on summer child care for my 5 year old daughter and son who is turning 1 this Thursday. For background information, I work from home doing a normal full-time 8am - 5pm job where I have to stay pretty close to my computer and am pretty consistently busy most days. Question 1: For my 5 year old (turning 6 in July) We were thinking about signing her up for summer camp at the daycare she currently attends before and after kindergarten. However, after looking at the calendar of events and what they will be...

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Having One Child

Hey moms, I have a wonderful 5 year old daughter who is the light of my...