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Toddler

Your baby has blossomed into a toddler right before your eyes, and along with this new stage comes a slew of emotions, developmental and physical changes and well, toddler attitude. Navigate it like a pro with our evidence-based tips, practical advice and emotional support that will have you approaching the toddler years with a whole new perspective.

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Ms. Rachel shares three “Ps” for potty training: Practice, Patience and Play!

Learning to use the potty is an important milestone for children and a very personal one that’s different for every child and their family.

January 15, 2025
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Toddler

Why do toddlers mix up their words? The explanation is too sweet

From calling Rice Krispie treats "raspberry Christmas trees" to identifying a peppermint as a "hippo," their creative word associations often feel like riddles waiting to be solved.

November 28, 2024
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Parenting

8 Montessori-inspired phrases to use for each stage of potty training

The Montessori approach to potty training is SO much less stressful—and encourages your child's growing independence.

February 10, 2024
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Toddler

Toddlers ‘don’t need a nap’—until they do: The viral TikTok every parent can relate to

But why do toddlers resist naps like they’re giving up their life’s greatest work—only to knock out five minutes later in a corner?

November 25, 2024
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Toddler Sleep

My toddler has a late bedtime—here’s why our family loves it

Since Lucy prefers to sleep late, we all get to sleep in on the weekend.

March 19, 2024
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Red before bed: The sleep hack you need to know, according to a mom neuroscientist

Bedtime just got a whole lot dreamier with the Sunset Baby Soother.

August 1, 2023
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This toddler’s ‘snack tummy’ logic has TikTok—and moms—losing it

Believe it or not, there’s actual science behind your toddler’s snack obsession—and it starts with intuitive eating.

November 21, 2024
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Toddler Nutrition

Here’s exactly how to try ‘responsive feeding’ with toddlers

Your baby has blossomed into a toddler right before your eyes, and…

August 3, 2024
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Nutrition

Why I fully embrace ‘toddler dinner’—even as a dietitian

No cooking, zero prep, minimal cleanup. Have I sold you yet?

June 12, 2024
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Food

6 foods toddlers love from Trader Joe’s

And as a nutritionist mom, I love them, too.

October 19, 2023

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Ms. Rachel shares three “Ps” for potty training: Practice, Patience and Play!

Learning to use the potty is an important milestone for children and a very personal one that’s different for every child and their family.

January 15, 2025
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Toddler

Why do toddlers mix up their words? The explanation is too sweet

From calling Rice Krispie treats "raspberry Christmas trees" to identifying a peppermint as a "hippo," their creative word associations often feel like riddles waiting to be solved.

November 28, 2024
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Toddler

Toddlers ‘don’t need a nap’—until they do: The viral TikTok every parent can relate to

But why do toddlers resist naps like they’re giving up their life’s greatest work—only to knock out five minutes later in a corner?

November 25, 2024
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Toddler

This toddler’s ‘snack tummy’ logic has TikTok—and moms—losing it

Believe it or not, there’s actual science behind your toddler’s snack obsession—and it starts with intuitive eating.

November 21, 2024
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Conquer Potty Training with Pampers® Easy Ups™

Your baby has blossomed into a toddler right before your eyes, and…

October 15, 2024
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Amazing mom hack keeps kids busy when you’re on the go

Save this idea for the next time you leave the house with kids in tow.

October 5, 2024
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Parenting coach shares BRILLIANT tips for preventing a toddler meltdown when it’s time to go

That whole "five more minutes and we're leaving" thing just doesn't work.

August 18, 2024
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Toddler Nutrition

Here’s exactly how to try ‘responsive feeding’ with toddlers

Your baby has blossomed into a toddler right before your eyes, and…

August 3, 2024
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We found the perfect gift for your toddler’s next birthday

10 reasons why LEGO® DUPLO® sets reign supreme.

July 1, 2024
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Our packing must-have for toddler travel? LEGO® sets

Long wait times and endless lines have met their match.

July 1, 2024
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Nutrition

Why I fully embrace ‘toddler dinner’—even as a dietitian

No cooking, zero prep, minimal cleanup. Have I sold you yet?

June 12, 2024
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Toddler Learn & Play

5 ways to raise little readers

My kids see me read. They know that reading is something I do like cooking and showering and exercising.

May 18, 2024
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Toddler Health

To the worried mama whose child won’t eat enough—let go of expectations

By tossing out most of my expectations about food and doing whatever it took to help us achieve our primary goal, we were finally getting somewhere.

March 30, 2024
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Toddler Sleep

My toddler has a late bedtime—here’s why our family loves it

Since Lucy prefers to sleep late, we all get to sleep in on the weekend.

March 19, 2024
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Toddler Learn & Play

Airplane mode can soothe toddler tantrums—yes, really

He doesn’t need to yell so much now that he knows I'm there. Ready and present.

March 14, 2024
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Learn & Play

I wasn’t a play-on-the-floor kind of mom–until I found this playmat

This yoga mat meets playmat changed our family’s day to day interactions for the better.

March 7, 2024
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Children's Health

The benefits of watching slow TV for kids, according to a former teacher

I quickly learned that not all screen time is created equal.

February 27, 2024
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