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This community is focused on the joys, challenges and concerns faced by parents of toddlers (1 to 3 year olds). The major areas of child development include:

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So What is Kawasaki Disease?

By Dr. Jeremy January 5, 2009 9:26am 11 Comments

Before I shed some light on Kawasaki disease, I would first like to share how saddened I was to hear of the loss of John Travolta and Kelly Preston's son just the other day.  You see, I am one who believes a parent should never have to bury his own child as it defies a simple premise I have about life.  And although there appears to …

New Year's Resolutions...For the Children

By Dr. Jeremy January 3, 2009 3:57am 6 Comments

Now while I am a firm believer you should create your own New Year's resolutions, I thought I'd give some food for thought when it comes to our children.  So in no particular order, consider these when considering your own child.

  1. Be the parent. Your child looks to you for guidance and direction. And it's your responsibility to provide …

What Is Your New Year’s Resolution?

By Cyndi December 31, 2008 1:26am 23 Comments

Making a resolution for the New Year is the same process as setting a goal at any time of the year.  I am a huge proponent of goal setting and I use it in my practice regularly.  It is my firm belief that the best way to accomplish anything is to set a goal and then to map out the steps you will take to achieve that goal.   …

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Parenting Toddlers (1-3) Information

This community is focused on the joys, challenges and concerns faced by parents of toddlers (1 to 3 year olds). The major areas of child development include:

Physical development - Concerning the physical growth and the development of both gross (eg. walking) and fine motor (eg. arm movement) control of the body.

Perception and sensory development - How a child functions using the senses and the ability to process the information gained.

Communication and language development - Using visual and sound stimuli, especially in the acquisition of language, also in the exchange of thoughts and feelings.

Cognitive development - Concerning how the individual thinks and react.

Emotional Development - Concerning children's increasing awareness and control of their feelings.

Social Development - Concerning the child's identity, their relationship with others, and understanding their place within a social environment.

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Jeremy F. Shapiro, MD

I am a pediatrician and a medical adviser here at DailyStrength. I am also the parent of three wonderful children.  

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