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How Long Should My Toddler Nap?

How Long Should My Toddler Nap?

Children need adequate sleep to rest their bodies, consolidate new information, improve their mood, and even reduce risk of injury. Naptime helps to ensure that they get the recommended amount of sleep to achieve this. As your child moves from the infant stage to toddlerhood, they won’t need as much…
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when to start potty training

When to Start Potty Training

Potty training is a huge step for not only the child involved but parents/guardians as well. It’s a stage that is filled with questions and has many different avenues to success. Children can be potty trained any time after 18 months old and most will be potty trained by around…
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What is a CDA?

What is a CDA?

The Child Development Associate® (CDA) is the most nationally recognized credential for early childhood educators working with children ages birth to five years old. It is awarded after completing educational coursework, a portfolio, exam, and verification visit. CDA certification programs arm educators with the knowledge and skills needed to create…
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How To Teach Baby Sign Language

How to Teach Baby Sign Language

As a parent of a new baby, you may be looking for ways to enhance communication with your child. One great way is Baby Sign Language. Baby signs are common terms that have been modified and simplified from American Sign Language. This tool allows babies to express themselves before they…
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