Toddlers

Big Kid Bed, Here I Come

A no-tears guide to moving your child from the crib to a toddler bed

By Malia Jacobson

Is it a developmental delay?

If you're worried that your toddler is not developing normally, observe, track and communicate rather than 'wait and see,' say experts.

By Stephanie Crist

Make Cleaning Fun for Little Ones

Cleaning up teaches kids life skills and a sense of responsibility. Here are some ideas to make it easier and more fun.

By Jessica Fisher

When Your Child Says 'I Hate You!'

The first time your toddler blurts the "h" word can be devastating. Here's how to handle it.

By Julie Hanahan

7 Games Promote Toddler Behavior

These fun activities can get your child to cooperate with you while having fun.

By Jennifer Gregory

Nursemaid's Elbow

Recognize and avoid this common toddler pulling injury.

By Suzanne Koup-Larsen

How To Handle Preschool Bullies

Preschool bullying isn't readily noticed. Here's how to recognize it and what you can do.

by Deborah Carpenter

Help Your Little One To Love Music

It’s easy to encourage a love of music in a young kid. Here are tips from children’s musician Marnie Grey and MetroKids readers.

By Lola Augustine Brown

New Advice: Use Rear-Facing Seats Until Age 2, Booster Until Age 8-12

Wait until your child fully outgrows the seat, says the American Academy of Pediatrics, which also advises to keep kids in the back seat until age 13.

How To Slay Monsters and Fears

As their imaginations grow, so can toddlers' fears. Here's how to help, including a book list.

by Heidi Smith Luedtke, PhD