Your toddler is talking more, exploring more, and acting more independently. There are new and exciting things to experience, whether it is going to storytime in the library, playing in the park, or planning a trip to see Grandpa!

It’s not easy to shield your child from the use of strong language. They might hear it on TV, in a YouTube video, in a video game, or from other peers or adults, and at some point, your child might experiment with it.

As soon as babies are mobile, they start to explore their environment. When they become walkers, they graduate to being a toddler – and it’s a whole new level of wandering around. Wandering can occur on shopping trips, playgrounds, or on a walk through your neighborhood.

Guest blog by Kalina Glover Moresi The winter months can be challenging for restless toddlers. The weather has most families inside, which can make it difficult to keep your child entertained on those cold, rainy days.

A new baby means some major changes for the entire family. Children’s reactions can vary from being helpful with diapers or feedings to jealousy, acting out or regressing to baby-like behavior.