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    App is not giving me child's development since he’s turned 1
    By SSCV
    Hello !! I am wondering if anyone else is experiencing the lack of uploads on the development of the kids. Since my baby turned 1 the app is not giving me the weekly updates. Is there something wrong?
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    So irritating
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    I can't stand when everything you read about 37 weeks, screams that the baby isn't yet. Nothing is developed! 😮😮😮. Come. On. I have six kids and #7 on the way. All born between 36-38 weeks. Baby come, when baby comes. Stop stressing moms out stupid websites!
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    Baby’s Favorite Toys?
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    I’d like to get some new toys that would be great for my baby’s development. Do your kids have a favorite toy? I notice I have my own favorite toys for my baby as well. If you guys could post some links or tell me the names of stuff that would be great. I also need to look for stuff for the next s
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