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Infant Massage, a Loving Practice for You and Your Child

March 23, 2021 by Janice Mericle

Infant massage has many benefits for parents and babies, learn more about why it’s important and how it will help you bond and learn from your baby. “Touch is the first sense to develop (even before your baby is born!) Before he can understand your words or see your face, touch is how your baby …

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Categories Family Activities

Creating Off-Ramps: Strategies to Slow Down Big Feelings

April 29, 2020 by Charity Quinn

As little as they are, young children carry heavy feelings that overload their systems and cause things like tantrums. As parents of kids this age, one of the best opportunities you can offer is off-ramps – safe places for them to slow down and come to a safe stop.

Categories Parenting Tips

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