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Nov 2022
9m 1s

What To Do When Toddlers Lie

Dr. Cathryn
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Has your toddler been telling tall tales?  If so, don’t panic! All kids stretch the truth at times, and lying is a perfectly normal part of a toddler’s development. Even though it can be perplexing to hear your toddler tell unlikely stories, it is neither a reflection of bad character nor a sign of moral weakness! Lying is a complex skill. So, when two-year- ... Show More
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