Child Development
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Why does my child cry?
Newborns cry for a lot of different reasons, but mostly they cry to get their needs met. Sometimes they are hungry, sometimes they need a diaper change, and sometimes they just need to be held.
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Is separation anxiety normal?
It's very normal for a child to want to look into a new environment to explore until they feel safe.
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When is my child ready to be potty trained?
What I would say is a child is ready for potty training. When they have had a dry diaper in the morning when they are not wet in the morning, that is a good time to know that your child will be having a little bit more success at potty training.