Toddlers & Preschoolers

Your child is growing up and on his way to becoming a preschooler. He's proving he has a mind of his own. Here you'll learn about toddler development, how to discipline a toddler, potty training, the terrible twos, and much more.

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20 Tips for Parents From Preschool Teachers
The Lasting Impact of the Early Childhood Years
10 Activities to Improve Your Toddler's Development
Ask Your Mom: How Do I Handle Toddler Tantrums
My Kid's Toddler Tantrums Are Getting Out of Hand. How Do I Help Her Express Anger In A Healthier Way?
A Couple Cooks Toddler Feeding Tips
10 Ways to Make Feeding Your Toddler 10 Times Easier

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Circle Time with Ms. Monica
If Your Kids Like Ms. Rachel, They'll Love Ms. Monica
My First Barbie
Behind the Scenes: How the New Barbie for Preschoolers Is Made
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Brooklyn Decker's Emotional Video Sums Up the Struggle That Is the First Day of Daycare
Father and toddler son watch a tablet on the couch
7 Alternatives to Cocomelon Featuring Black Kids and Characters
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I've Only Bought My 3-Year-Old 4 Toys in Her Life—Here's How
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This Mom Found Her Missing Toddler With a Genius TikTok Tip for Wandering Kiddos
little boy clings to his mom for reassurance on the first day of school.
Separation Anxiety and Social Anxiety in Kids
Young boy wearing a mask at a doctors appointment
Navigating COVID-19 Testing for Kids Under 5 is a Parent's Nightmare
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Reverse Psychology Can Be a Great—and Cute—Parenting Tool
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17 Fun Playdate Games and Activities for Kids
Girl sitting on whoopie cushion
Why We Fart, An Explainer for Kids
Girl making baking soda volcano from subscription box
Reese Witherspoon and Her 8-Year-Old Son Love This Kiwi Crate Subscription Box
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Mom—and Daughters—Learn How Hard It Is Remove Diaper Cream From Hair
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Breaking: Toddlers Are a Lot to Handle
Baby walking
5 Major Ways Babies Change When They Become Toddlers
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30 Easy Toddler Activities for Indoor and Outdoor Fun
An image of children in an outdoor forest school.
We Sent Our Child To a Forest School During the Pandemic—And It Was Exactly What We Needed
Birds and Bees Talk for Toddlers
Handling the Birds and the Bees: How to Have the 'Sex Talk' With Your Kids
Old Enough on Netflix
'Old Enough?' Can An American Toddler Really Run Errands On Their Own?
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9 Fun Science Activities for Preschoolers
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The Dos and Don’ts of Playing Favorites: What to Do (and Not Do) When Your Kids Pick a Preferred Parent
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Signs of Fever in Babies and Children
little girl walking in door waving and saying hi
3 Ways to Teach Your Child to Introduce Themselves
Ms. Rachel
Your Kid Needs to Watch YouTube Sensation Ms. Rachel—Stat
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When can my child start bathing himself?
Intex Dinosaur Inflatable Play Center
10 Water Toys for Toddlers You Need This Summer
Boy Writing In Cursive on Paper
18 Educational Tracing Activities for Kids
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What Toddlers Learn From Water Play and 7 Fun Activities to Try This Spring
Scavenger Hunt Birthday Tradition
How to Make a Birthday Treasure Hunt for Kids
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Easy Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids and Free Printables
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My toddler dislikes her hair being groomed, what should I do?
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100 Ways to Keep Little Kids Happy
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If Toddlers Threw Their Own Parties, This is What They'd Look Like
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Why does my child always elevate and cross her legs when sitting or laying down?
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The 18 Best Kids Mattresses for Every Age and Sleep Type
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Guide for Tipping Nannies and Child Care Providers
A teacher speaks to kids at daycare.
How Paying for Daycare Helps You, Your Kids, and the Economy
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Many Child Care Centers May Have to Close Without Government Assistance
mother and daughters walking wearing face masks and backpacks
KinderCare Is Offering Families a Free Day of Child Care Because Parents Need It in 2020
Child Care Costs Are Why I'm Not Having More Kids
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6 Strategies Parents Use to Manage the Cost of Child Care
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How do I approach a parent who allows her 5 year old to have a pacifier?
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How can I help my child adjust to a new daycare center?
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Childcare and Working Parents: The Juggle Is Real
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Too Much Screen Time Is a Systemic Problem for Parents Struggling with Child Care
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How much should my toddler be talking?
Toddler Putting on Lipstick
19 Ways to Prepare for the #Toddlerpocalypse
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Is it normal to not understand toddler's speech?
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How should I talk about boy vs. girl feelings with my child?
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What are growing pains?
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How can I enrich my toddler's vocabulary?
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What should I do when my child lies?
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What to Know About New CDC Developmental Milestones for Kids
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Adultification Adversely Affects Black Children, but Parents Can Take Steps to Prevent It
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Activities to Boost Cognitive Development: 12-18 Months
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Activities to Enhance Cognitive Development: 18-24 Months
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6 Language and Literary Activities for Toddlers
The Lasting Impact of the Early Childhood Years
Activities to Boost Language Development: 18-24 Months
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Bottle Battles: Transitioning to a Sippy Cup
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How to Encourage Social and Emotional Development: 18-24 Months
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Go-To Learning Toys That Aid in Toddler Development
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How can I help my 4-year-old with his separation anxiety?
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Do I need to have my 2-year old tested for autism?