1 of 5 / Toddler Milestones
- 13 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
- Your 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.
School-Age Children
3 of 5 / Behavior & Discipline
- Are 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.
- Discipline for Teens
The teen years can bring some of the toughest discipline challenges parents have to face.
4 of 5 / Child Safety
- Keeping 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
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