child development

What Should You Do If Your Child Keeps Lying? Effective Parenting Strategies for American Families

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Why Do Children Lie? Common Causes in Everyday Life Understanding the First Lie—How Should Parents Respond? Children’s lies often begin as playful fibs but can be rooted in fear of punishment or self-protection. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, most children start to distinguish reality from fantasy around age 4 or 5, but may … Read more

11 Parenting Mistakes New Parents Often Make—and How to Avoid Them

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Should you control your baby’s sleep routine? New parents often feel pressured to establish a sleep schedule immediately, but newborns naturally sleep 14–17 hours a day in irregular intervals. Trying to force a schedule before your baby is ready can result in more frustration for both the parent and child. Watch for sleep cues like … Read more