Two-year-olds enjoy playing alongside other children, but usually keep to themselves. Although your child is starting to build his independence, he still very much needs your help – especially when conflicts arise, as you’ll need to step in to calm everyone down and teach appropriate behaviors. More…

Your child’s indepedence can vary wildly at this stage. One minute she’ll say ‘No!’ to adult suggestions, or insist that she can do something on her own – then, moments later, she might cling to your leg or ask for help with something she’s capable of doing on her own. This is all just part of Their development : More…