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How Many Strollers Do You Need?

There are many types of strollers on the market, and each has a different purpose. Do you need all of them? How many strollers are enough for all your needs? Can you go through with just one stroller?

Let's find out how many strollers you need and what factors determine the decision.

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Separation and Stranger Anxiety for Babies

Separation and stranger anxiety can present an alarming change for parents because the baby can be happy and calm one day and quite disturbed the next. Like many other big changes during your baby’s development, separation and stranger anxiety is normal.

The following chart outlines the stage of attachment, the parent’s role, and the preschool teacher’s role.

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Coping with a Crying Child

Nothing is more touching to new parents than the cry of their baby, but your crying baby may present a dilemma to you. If you respond promptly to crying, you might feel you will spend all of your time responding to crying. A good understanding of the causes of crying and the consequences of letting children cry without a prompt adult response will help you approach crying children in the best way possible.

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