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Sep 2023
10m 30s

How To Manage Bedtime Stalling and Prote...

Dr. Cathryn
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Today, Dr Cathryn tackles a BIG parenting hurdle: bedtime stalling, protests, and delays. From endless thirst to monster checks, we've all been there. But what if you could turn the tables on bedtime resistance? Enter the Hippo Hug, a big-hearted approach that combines empathy and practicality to help your little one go to bed and stay in bed. We'll dive i ... Show More
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