About Toddlers and Twos: Reader Question: Why Won't She Poop on the Potty?

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Toddlers and Twos Toddlers and Twos Potty Training Activities Milestones From Maureen Ryan, your Guide to Toddlers and Twos I love hearing from readers, even when (as is often the case) it's about things like pooping and spitting up. It reminds me why we're here: to help each other out. This week, I field a question from a concerned grandmother and I point you all to the ways you can ask a question or connect with other parents. Check the links below for more information. All the best, Maureen When a Toddler Refuses to Poop on the Potty A grandmother recently asked if it was normal for her 2-year-old grandchild to hide when having a bowel movement and to refuse to use the potty for #2. Short answer: "Yes!" And the good news is that there are things you can do to help her through this phase. Read More See More About:  potty training  reader questions  More Potty Training FAQs If you are in the midst of potty training, check out the questions other readers have submitted (and have had answered) on the subject. This is your chance to get practical advice you won't find in many toilet training books. Read More See More About:  potty training  toilet training  reader questions Join the Toddlers and Twos Community There are many ways to offer feedback, share tips with other parents, and find answers and support for yourself. Check out our interactive community areas.Read More See More About:  reader tips  parenting advice  Toddlers and Twos Ads Toddlers Activities Toys for Toddlers Potty Training Boy Toddlers Potty Training Chair Featured Articles Toddler Gear Toddler Birthday Parties Play and Learning for Toddlers Disciplining Your Toddler Potty Training Toddler Development   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More> This newsletter is written by: Maureen Ryan Toddlers and Twos Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Toddlers and Twos newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Connect With Toddler Parents Follow Us on Twitter Like Us on Facebook Advertisement

About Children's Books: Updated 2012 Summer Reading Lists

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Children's Books Children's Books Ages 0-3 Ages 4-8 Ages 9-12 and Teens From Elizabeth Kennedy, your Guide to Children's Books Subscribe to my newsletter | Follow me on Twitter | Connect with me on Facebook Updated 2012 Summer Reading Lists My 2012 Summer Reading Lists For Kids and Teens list contains a mix of recommendations, some from me and some from schools, school districts, librarians and other excellent sources. I've expanded the list from 10 in previous years to a dozen this year. The books on these lists are... Read more See More About:  reading lists of children's books  encouraging reading  Video Book Talks: Middle Grade Books Do you love video book talks but end up wishing you had a list of the books recommended during the book talks? I've linked to 6 About.com video book talks about middle grade books and created a master list of the recommended middle grade books for you to use. Each video features... Read more See More About:  books for kids and teens  authors of books for kids and teens  Picture Books: Share Your Story How have you used picture books with your children? What's your favorite picture book from your childhood? What are some of your children's favorite picture books? What advice would you give parents regarding picture books and their children? Read the responses of other parents and share... Read more See More About:  readers respond  picture books  Summer Reading Fun - and Success What can you do to encourage your child to read during the summer? Where can you find the latest recommended summer reading lists? How do you choose the right children's... Read more See More About:  summer reading for kids and teens  encouraging reading  Children's Books Ads Used Books Kids Books Free Books Books for Children Kids Books Authors Featured Articles Picture Book Review: Oliver Button Is a Sissy Book Buying Advice Fairy Tales and Folktales Picture Book/Board Book Review: Lola at the Library The 2012 Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award Winners Censorship / Banned Books   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More> This newsletter is written by: Elizabeth Kennedy Children's Books Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Children's Books newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads Summer Reading Resources Best Informational Books for Kids Artistry and Influence of Maurice Sendak The Hunger Games Books 2012 Calendar of Children's Books   Follow me on: Advertisement

About Family Technology: Summer's Coming!

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Family Technology Family Technology Projects & Fun Basics & Safety Education From Jobe Lewis, your Guide to Family Technology Summer's Coming! Summer is on its way, are you ready? None of us want our kids sitting in front of the TV all summer, absorbing the latest pop culture has to serve... Read more How To Buy a Computer For Your Child A computer can be a valuable and life-improving purchase for your child. It can help to broaden their horizons with academic research, and communication. It can also be a way... Read more Starfall Educational Website As you start thinking about school coming to an end, you're probably going to want to keep your kids engaged in some learning activities through the summer routine. Starfall.com is... Read more Sharing and Communicating Online From instant messaging to photo sharing to blogging, the Internet is a great way to keep in touch with your far flung friends and family. Get recommendations on the best websites and software to use, as well as how to get started. Family Technology Ads Computer Games Math Games for Kids Educational Games Family Games Computer Technology More about Family Technology Research & Advocacy in Family Computing Shopping Online for the Family Family Computing Projects Resources for Family Computing Intro to Family Computing Family Computing Lifestyle   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More> This newsletter is written by: Jobe Lewis Family Technology Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Family Technology newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads Starfall Website Review What is Evernote? Internet Radio For The Whole Family Sheppard Software Overview Buying a Computer For Your Child   Follow me on: Advertisement