New Love of RulesRules keep life better organized and more efficient for all of us. They also let kids know what's acceptable and what's not. You already knew that — but did you know that 4-year-olds adore rules? They love the confidence they get from knowing the ropes. In fact, their respect for rules can sometimes border on the obsessive — kids can be stricter than their parents about making exceptions!
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When your child's temperature shoots up, your worries do, too. Here's what you need to know about fevers:
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Parent Tip
When my baby was born, my 4-year-old son started wanting to sleep in my room. After much battling, I told him if he'd sleep in his own bed, he could stay up with me for an extra hour after I put the baby down. It's been great for us — we read, color, and just talk about the day.
— Kelly
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