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Jan 2023
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The Best Activities for Healthy Developm...

Erin Hyer
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Send us a text "What we see in the crib is the most powerful learning machine in the universe." New parents often ask … what do I do? Do I have to entertain???Does it matter?YES … it matters, but you don’t have to feel overwhelmed or uncertain. Communication starts with that initial (unforgettable) outburst of crying. The first few months crying becomes dire ... Show More
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