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Dear Marianne: Are there any toys that will help my preschool daughter learn to share? Peggy, Cleveland, OH, Mom of Katie (3 1/2)
I would suggest toys that promote turn-taking. Board and card games encourage this while having fun. Be sure to play with her and really emphasize how proud you are when your child waits for a turn. Clapping, verbal encouragement and positive reinforcement will make this all part of the game. She may soon realize that sharing can be fun. more...
Pregnant mothers experience many temperature changes-
either too hot, too cold and rarely just right! When
tested, we found this pillow insert actually provides
a cooling effect when feeling too hot. This is a pillowcase
enclosure filled with a special foam gel. When water
is added and then placed in your pillowcase , your own
pillow becomes cooler for a more comfortable rest. For
safety reasons, this is not recommended for use with
young children.
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Toy Tips to Parents: Time to Unplug
Don't over stuff the toy box with tech toys. When is technology too much technology?
While tech toys are popular and some can be educational, the latest round of newcomers at Toy Fair makes it clear we're going too far into technology assisted play. It seems technology now permeates almost every kind of toy category on the toy shelves. Parents run the risk of stocking the playroom with items that undermine the important developmental aspects of childhood play.
