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How can I be more assertive about how I want my sitter to care for my child?
It might seem overwhelming when you think of making a major change to your behavior when you have been doing something a certain way for a long time.
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How can I get my baby to sleep more soundly?
Whining or whimpering is much different than crying. I would suspect from your description that your son is waking and doing one of two things: either making noises to amuse himself, or wanting to be held.
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How can I help my shy 27-month-old adjust to a new daycare setting?
It's unlikely that children this young are purposely excluding your daughter. It's more likely that their age difference is the culprit.
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Is it normal that my 7-month-old isn't even attempting to crawl?
Your son's not attempting to crawl at this age may be looked at from two perspectives. The first relates to his level of interest in crawling, the second relates to whether or not he has the ability to do so.
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My 7-month-old daughter is so attached to me that she cries when I leave the room. What can I do to help her?
Your daughter is at the prime age for the beginning of separation anxiety. It's natural for her to want to be super-glued to your side since you're the one she spends the majority of her time with.
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My friend's 9-month-old baby does not crawl. Also, she does not roll over on her own either way. Is this normal?
It is not unusual for infants not to crawl; some infants walk without ever crawling. It is unusual for an infant to be able to sit by themselves without turning over.
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What are the most serious childhood illnesses I should worry about with my child who is in daycare?
Children in daycare are certainly at higher risk for contagious diseases than a child cared for in his own home.
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