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Mar 2023
8m 3s

Swearing: What to do When Your Toddler S...

Dr. Cathryn
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All kids curse at some point! (Even though they most likely don’t understand what they are saying.) Last week, Jillian wrote in asking for help. Her three-year-old daughter discovered the f-word, and Jillian has no idea where she learned it because they don’t swear at home. When it happened, everyone was shocked, so they burst out laughing. Now, Jillian wish ... Show More
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