Barraged by the question “why?”

Your child is finding out about things and conversing with you.

Keep the communication going (and watch for signs that her speech is developing as it should)!

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Don’t push her to potty train until she’s ready.

Her hand dominance might be apparent by now - respect her preference!

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Language delays in toddlers: Information for parents.

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Is handedness determined by genetics?

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Biting.https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/stop-biting.htmlOpens a new window[Accessed November 2020]

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