I'm having trouble lately getting my two year old to sleep at night. Do we need to change the schedule?
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posted by Omnomnom
on May 8, 2013 -
19 answers
I am looking for a) a threshhold or medical recommendation of how long a toddler can remain in direct sunlight at temperatures of 77 degrees (25 Celcius) and above - before heat or sunstroke occur b) recommendations on how to prevent sunstroke.
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posted by kitcat
on May 7, 2013 -
24 answers
Potty trainers of MetaFilter - parents, non-parents, if you have any modicum of experience potty training, please help!
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posted by Leezie
on May 6, 2013 -
35 answers
My two-and-a-half-year-old daughter has inherited my crazy-thick, curly, totally uncooperative hair. She is a spitfire personality who despises having her head washed/combed/messed with, and I want to somehow minimize the trauma of keeping her looking civilized (which, at the moment, she rarely does). Help!
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posted by celtalitha
on May 3, 2013 -
53 answers
My wife and I have talked of adopting a dog for a while. Following the untimely passing of one of our cats, this is more feasible, and could help console us. But we have questions for adopting a dog in our desert climate, and on dogs coming into a family with a baby, and a cat. And we're concerned about being good owners, as our time at home is limited during the week. Also, we're discussing what a good age range for an adoptable dog would be. Details inside.
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posted by filthy light thief
on May 3, 2013 -
31 answers
We're going to Portland for a week-long vacation (and maybe a moving trial run) in a few days.
We've visited before, but this time we're taking our 2-year-old daughter, and I wanted to ask if there are any great toddler friendly destinations or day trips that we shouldn't miss. Any tips on kid-friendly restaurants and organic grocery shopping in NW Portland are also appreciated.
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posted by mmc
on Apr 29, 2013 -
16 answers
We are making a rare trip to IKEA tomorrow in part to get a table and chairs for our one-year old. What are other IKEA items that we should look at for him?
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posted by Xalf
on Apr 27, 2013 -
26 answers
My family will be spending 10 days road tripping through Scotland in May. There will be four adults (myself, my husband, and my retired parents), and one 18 month old toddler. What towns will work best as bases for exploring surrounding areas?
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posted by asnowballschance
on Apr 25, 2013 -
4 answers
My almost 3 y.o. has been accepted into the head start program in the summer. Will they be able to work with him as an advanced learner?
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posted by kristymcj
on Apr 4, 2013 -
12 answers
I'm on a big road trip with my 2-year old. I'm taking the I-40 between AZ and TN. I'll be going through Flagstaff, Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Amarillo, Oklahoma City, Little Rock, Memphis, Nashville.
I would love any suggestions for things a toddler would like along the way. Museums that have hands-on exhibits geared to toddlers, great parks and playgrounds, water he can play or splash in and waterfowl of all kinds is always a hit.
He's also happy just running around at a rest stop obviously, but if I can make stops he really likes he complains less about the time in the car.
posted by Mozzie
on Mar 9, 2013 -
6 answers
Toddler possessiveness is so commonplace I feel a little ridiculous for needing help with it. But I have no idea how to act as a parent on the playground, when my almost-2-year-old refuses to let anyone play with what she is playing.
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posted by Omnomnom
on Mar 6, 2013 -
25 answers
My 14 month old toddler seems to have transitioned from 2 naps a day to 1 nap a day. Our two-nap schedule was fine, but now with one nap our days are a mess. I need guidance on how to structure a toddler's daytime routine. I've read the sleep books but I need a fresh set of eyes on this situation.
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posted by stowaway
on Mar 5, 2013 -
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My two year old likes to snack and enjoys trying new foods. What are some healthy, nutritious snacks that I can keep in my bag for when she needs something to eat? I'm looking for stuff that I can make myself or buy off the shelf. Ideally, I would like things that don't cost too much money, but I'm willing to try anything.
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posted by Alison
on Mar 4, 2013 -
24 answers
My daughter is home from the hospital (yay!). Now what? I'm looking to hear from stay at home parents of infants up to toddlerhood. Can you give me an idea of your daily routine at various ages and how you developed it?
posted by peanut_mcgillicuty
on Feb 3, 2013 -
14 answers
I have a great opportunity to go to Kenya in June, the question is, does my partner and daughter (20 months by then) come with, or do I meet them somewhere on the way back to Australia?
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posted by smoke
on Feb 2, 2013 -
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My exactly-two-year-old (tomorrow) shares a room with his older brother. When bedtime rolls around, stories are done, and lights are out... he will not stay in bed. Looking for any ideas.
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posted by rouftop
on Jan 29, 2013 -
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One year old is very inquisitive and very active. I need to drive twice a week with a one hour duration each way. With a dislike of being in the car (or just being confined), little one has figured out how to undo the seat belts. Without getting new car seats, are there any good mobile toys or anything to keep this mind (and hands) happy? Stores are full of colourful toys which last all of 2 minutes. Was contemplating something along the lines of an easier version of rubik's cube. Open to all suggestions. Thank you.
(Also welcome suggestions for iPad apps - preferably ones that require some thinking rather than just play music.)
posted by oink
on Jan 26, 2013 -
15 answers
My husband and I are taking my nearly 2 year old on her first trip to New York. We're going to be there to buy books and fabric, but this will take less than a day out of our three day trip. We've been to New York dozens of times, but never with a kid in tow. We'd like some suggestions for toddler-friendly shops, sites, and restaurants that we can use to break up our errands.
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posted by Alison
on Jan 21, 2013 -
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My 2.5 year-old daughter has gently, soundlessly sobbed when I sang to her at bedtime twice now. It seemed like a deep and genuine sorrow that shocked me terribly the first time it happened. I feel extremely concerned. Is this normal?
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posted by kitcat
on Jan 15, 2013 -
39 answers
I want to improve my parenting skills for my almost-2-year old. I don't have a lot of role models nearby, so I'd like to do some reading. I tend to put off reading non-fiction, even if it is well-written about a topic I am interested in. However, I will read novels even if they aren't very good and I don't really have time to read them.
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posted by SandiBeech
on Jan 15, 2013 -
15 answers
I have a 4 day old baby and my 2 year old just came down with a fever (101.5 at the moment). We don't have anyone who can take the toddler for a couple of days, but I am afraid the baby or my wife might get sick. I am really worried. What should I do?
posted by crawfishpopsicle
on Jan 4, 2013 -
21 answers
How did you teach your toddler/pre-schooler to best deal with frustration?
posted by drezdn
on Dec 28, 2012 -
15 answers
I want to get a couple of neighbours (directly or via the municipality) to put a pavement in the currently pretty dangerous piece of road that connects me and my kids' house to town so we can walk there safely. UK only please.
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posted by KMH
on Dec 26, 2012 -
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Parents of Metafilter: All I want for Christmas are your tips, advice, dark humor, commiserations, stories of hope, etc. for surviving the transition from 1 to 2 children.
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posted by Leezie
on Dec 24, 2012 -
8 answers
Interesting gifts for my family - give me some inexpensive gift ideas for weird, funny, creative, or out of the ordinary gifts. Bonus if I can order them online and get them on time for Xmas, still.
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posted by catatethebird
on Dec 18, 2012 -
18 answers
Does a 2.5 year old's aggressive tendencies point toward aggression issues later on? Or will he truly grow out of it (with consistent consequences, etc.)?
posted by kristymcj
on Dec 18, 2012 -
23 answers
Tips/studies/articles to help put myself in my 1 year old's shoes?
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posted by tzb
on Dec 14, 2012 -
10 answers
I feel like I’m getting hit in the gentlemen’s region by my baby/toddler more often than is probably normal. Also a lot harder than I would have expected. I have some questions…
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posted by French Fry
on Nov 29, 2012 -
17 answers
At times my 3-year-old son deliberately misbehaves. Do I double down on the discipline, or shrug it off?
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posted by zardoz
on Nov 27, 2012 -
48 answers
XmasGiftFilter: Recommendations for DVDs that have adults leading children in the usual song-with-actions classics? And classic kids song CDs that are decent and not Raffi?
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posted by kitcat
on Nov 12, 2012 -
9 answers
Costumefilter, Toddler Edition : My friend's 2 y.o. has his heart set on being a
yak for Halloween. Help?
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posted by synapse
on Oct 18, 2012 -
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My 18-month-old suddenly has very specific ideas about what she wants or doesn't want to do RIGHT NOW. And boy, does she holler when she is thwarted! I end up not being as consistent as I want to be. Please help me come up with a strategy.
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posted by Omnomnom
on Oct 12, 2012 -
35 answers
Car trip from Massachusetts to New Jersey with a 16 month old. Staying two nights in a hotel. I'd like to day trip into NYC with the toddler. Is there a way to make this work or is it just a bad idea?
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posted by gentian
on Oct 2, 2012 -
16 answers
I'd like to promote self-efficacy in my toddler, and am looking for different methods of going about it.
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posted by cardamon
on Sep 29, 2012 -
24 answers
Overwhelmed with parenthood/work/life...how am I supposed to manage everything? Am I being selfish?
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posted by andariel
on Sep 8, 2012 -
30 answers
So it looks like I might need to start taking the baby on the bus to her daycare, which is downtown. I say baby… she's pretty much a toddler now, being just under one and a half, and pretty squirmy with it to. My preferred travel option with her when on foot is to put her in a backpack, which she loves and which chills her right out, but we also have a stroller. So… what is the best way to carry her on the bus? I've considered just standing with her in the backpack the whole way, but it seems like there might be a safety concern. There's taking the backpack off and keeping her in it, which seems like it might have similar concerns. Taking her right out of the backpack and putting her in my lap seems like it might be the most safety conscious option, but that assumes a seat and that she will stay put - that later condition being highly unlikely. And then it may be the same deal with the stroller. Thoughts?
posted by Artw
on Aug 31, 2012 -
35 answers
My daughter's second birthday is coming up. I'd like to see her begin to play more on her own (she has no siblings). What toys or games have occupied your two-year-old in independent play?
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posted by kitcat
on Aug 29, 2012 -
19 answers
Looking for picture books of classical mythology (especially Greek) diluted for a 3-4 year old!
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posted by Alabaster
on Aug 20, 2012 -
16 answers
Looking for travel suggestions for Downeast Maine (far northern coast) for our trip this week. Bonus points for any must see short detours to take on our long road trip from Boston Logan to the northern coast and back? We are traveling with 3 year old Mini Murrey.
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posted by murrey
on Aug 10, 2012 -
12 answers
I'm looking for DVD recommendations - collections of films similar to
"Le Merle" but available in Region 2...
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posted by KMH
on Aug 10, 2012 -
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