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Dealing with a toddler who talks back

Often when a toddler talks back, they are testing limits, which is a common and developmentally appropriate behavioral challenge for this age.

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Help! My toddler is feeding the dog dangerous items!

If your toddler is feeding the dog dangerous items, try to reframe the issue so that you are focusing on more appropriate, prosocial behaviors.

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Toddler tantrums: why they happen and how to respond

Generally, letting a toddler work through their tantrum without giving them much physical or verbal attention is ideal.

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Stranger danger: What do I do when my kid won’t hug grandma?

What happens when your kid does not want a hug? Here’s how to handle the awkwardness at your next family gathering.

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My toddler is talking more at daycare than at home

It’s common for parents to report that their toddler is displaying developmental abilities — such as talking — at daycare and not at home.