Toddlers
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Is Elf on the Shelf too stressful for kids? Why experts caution against using the holiday tradition to 'focus on punishment' or make children 'feel guilty'
Elf on the Shelf "scout elves" are as notorious for keeping kids in line during the holiday season as they are for their nightly antics. But what do experts say about whether or not it's a good idea for parents to use it as a way to control kids' behavior?
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What is a 'default parent?' Experts share ways to prevent burnout as the parent who 'carries the heavier load.'
Experts say, "in addition to being tired, overworked and under-appreciated, the default parent must deal with many situations that come up unexpectedly."
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9 things day care center employees wish parents knew
Do you have to pay for day care when you're on vacation? Is it ever OK to send your kid to day care when they're sick? Childcare workers share what they wish parents knew.
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Meet Bruno the Brake Car, the first 'Thomas and Friends' character with autism
Bruno the Brake Car is voiced by an actor who has autism.
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Is it OK to share images of kids on social media? Experts say 3-year-old Wren Eleanor's social media accounts are a 'cautionary tale'
"We need to start prioritizing our children's safety online just as diligently as we protect them in the real world."
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When are kids too old for strollers? Experts say there are benefits to making them walk instead
When your big kid gets tired, is it OK to let them ride in a stroller? Experts weigh in.
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Is it OK to put your child on a leash? Why some experts say the practice may 'send the wrong message.'
Experts say putting your kid on a leash teaches them they "don't listen" and "can't be trusted." Here's why some parents disagree.
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