Empowering Independent Toddlers
Empowering Independent Toddlers
  • The right time to potty train is dependent on physical, developmental, and emotional milestones and cues as well as your family’s current situation.
  • It's important to remember that children are all different and their potty training needs can be different, even from sibling-to-sibling.
  • It's not necessary for your chlid to show every "green light," but if you are seeing signals, it may be time to start considering the process.
Help! I Think My Child Is Addicted to Screens.
Help! I Think My Child Is Addicted to Screens.
  • Screen addiction can manifest in many ways and have adverse effects on children.
  • Setting up healthy boundaries can help in weaning children off their devices.
  • Understanding screen addiction and communicating the potential risks to children can help reduce device usage and empower children to choose other activities.
What are developmental milestones, and can I help my child reach them?
What are developmental milestones, and can I help my child reach them?
  • General guidelines may help identify areas of concern in a child’s development.
  • There are many ways in which parents can help their children reach developmental milestones.
  • Resources and assessments are available to help parents gauge their child’s development.
Talking to Kids and Teens About Suicide
Talking to Kids and Teens About Suicide

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  • One of the best ways to prevent suicide is to talk about it.
  • Listening is a powerful tool to help kids sort and manage their emotions.
  • If you see signs of suicidal thoughts, seek professional help.
5 Moves to Help Your Older Child Bond with Your Newborn
5 Moves to Help Your Older Child Bond with Your Newborn

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  • Get your child’s help planning for the baby to aid the bonding process.
  • An older sibling’s role can build independence and love, if handled gently.
  • Involvement with childcare is a milestone in older children’s development.
Finding a Pediatrician
Finding a Pediatrician

Our pediatricians and staff at Utah Valley Pediatrics specialize in providing a medical home for your baby. They spend 100% of their time caring for children and are specially trained in recognizing and treating child health issues that may be overlooked by somebody who is unfamiliar with treating children. If you are still looking for … Continue reading “Finding a Pediatrician”

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