1 of 5 / Toddler Milestones
View All13 Months: Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety when a child becomes fearful and nervous when away from home or separated from a loved one.
Sleep and Naps
Children and adolescents need at least 9 hours of sleep every night.
Biting
Many children between ages 1 and 3 go through a biting phase, which they eventually outgrow.
Tantrums
Temper tantrums can erupt months before your child's 2nd birthday, and they can be quite a spectacle.
2 of 5 / Child Development
View AllYour Child at 2
This is the time when your little one's character starts to take shape and they blossom into their own person.
Your Child at 3
At around age 3, children’s imaginations and language skills seem to get supercharged.
Your Child at 4
Your 3- to 4-year-old child will continue to grow and develop in many ways in the coming year.
Your Child at 5
Your child is growing up. Have you noticed that your 4- to 5-year-old is becoming more independent and self-confident?
3 of 5 / Behavior & Discipline
View AllAre There Benefits of Behavior Charts for Children?
See how a behavior chart is a positive reinforcement tool to track and encourage desired behavior in children.
How to Prevent Temper Tantrums
Anyone who has had a child, or been around one, has probably seen the dreaded temper tantrum.
What Is a Calm-Down Corner?
Learn all about the benefits of a calm-down corner and how to make your own.
Tips for Setting Rules with a Toddler
Follow these tips to help make setting rules with a toddler easier.
4 of 5 / Child Safety
View AllKeeping Your Baby or Toddler Safe
The following tips should help you keep your baby out of harm's way from birth through their toddler years.
What to Know About Trampoline Safety for Children
Trampolines are fun, but they can also be dangerous. Learn all about trampoline safety for children.
How to Keep Kids Safe on Bikes
Learn about ways to keep kids safe on bikes, including bike safety tips, common bike injuries, and more.
How to Talk to Your Kids About Social Media
Proven step-by-step instructions for how to talk to your kids about social media.
5 of 5 / Healthy Habits
View AllHow Much Sleep Do Kids Need?
The amount of sleep a child needs varies depending on the individual and certain factors, including the age of the child.
Do Healthy Kids Need Supplements?
If you believe the ads, every kid needs a daily Flintstones or gummy bear vitamin. But is it true?
Best Ways to Keep Kids Hydrated
Being well hydrated affects every part of the body. That’s why it’s important for children to drink a healthy amount of water.
How to Get Kids to Exercise
It can be tough to motivate a kid to exercise when they just aren’t interested.
Suggested Reads about Health & Parenting
What Is Cryptophasia (Twin Language)?
Twin speak, aka cryptophasia, can seem like a language all its own. Learn what this phenomenon really means.
Verbal Abuse Should Be Considered Child Abuse, Report Says
Emotional abuse is now the most common type of child abuse experienced in the U.S., according to CDC data published this summer. About one-third of all U.S. adults reported experiencing emotional abuse during childhood, the CDC data show.
Are Prime Energy Drinks Safe for Kids?
While federal regulators investigate the safety of Prime Energy drinks, which have become quite the rage among children at home and school, parents want to know: Are these beverages OK for my kid to drink? Here's what to know.
Daily Screen Time Linked to Developmental Delays in Toddlers
One-year-olds who had an hour or more of daily screen time were up to five times more likely to miss milestones for communication skills when they reached 2 years old, according to a new study from Japan.
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