Your full-speed-ahead 4-year old may be more accident prone now, so continue to supervise her closely.

Her language skills are improving, including her pronunciation, grammar, and ability to follow multiple-step directions.

Model healthful eating habits, and be active together.

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Playdates may be going better than ever, though you still need to prep for them - and referee.

It’s likely her imagination at work.

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Recommended drinks for young children ages 0-5.

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Four to five years.

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CDC.

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Essentials for parenting toddlers and preschoolers.

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Important milestones: Your child by four years.

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Nemours Foundation.

I’m surprised that my 4-year-old has a loose tooth. Is this normal? Should she be losing a tooth already?

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