Sometimes, young kids can do something and there is seemingly no reason for it. Impulsive actions and sounds are one of these things. They can be quite an annoyance for kids and parents alike. If your kid has developed an annoying habit that is driving you a little bit nuts, you might have one thing [...]Continue Reading
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How to Deal When Your Toddler Hates to Take Baths
How Do You Help a Toddler Who Is Afraid of the Bath? This is a parenting first for me - suddenly my one year old is terrified of the bath and the shower. She doesn't even really like being in the water with me and will just cling miserably until we get out. I've been bathing her in the sink [...]Continue Reading
Tips for Getting Housework Done With a Toddler
Can you help?! Some questions that are better answered by the collective wisdom of the Creative With Kids community rather than just me. Share what you know in the comments!Struggling with how to get chores done with a toddler Hi, What I'm struggle with some days (busy days) is prioritizing [...]Continue Reading
How to Get Your Child to Focus – Reader Question
Can you help?! Some questions that are better answered by the collective wisdom of the Creative With Kids community rather than just me. Share what you know in the comments! Nine Year Old Won't Stay on Task and Finish School Work Hi,I'm wondering if your readers have suggestions [...]Continue Reading
What to do when a child wants attention but responds negatively – Reader Question
Reader Question - Can you help?! Some questions that are better answered by the collective wisdom of the Creative With Kids community rather than just me. Share what you know in the comments!My Child is Giving Negative Response to Attention - but Wants Attention! "I am a single parent to a [...]Continue Reading
When should kids be allowed to dress themselves?
Do your kids get to pick their own clothes? And what you think it's important for your kids to know about style and their clothing choices? I have mostly let my children pick their own clothes, partly for ease, partly because I want them to have a good sense of what they like and dislike. I [...]Continue Reading