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Toddler turns 3 (development)

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Yay, toddler turns three. Some say it is "Terrific Three"!!! At initial stage, she does show a lot of maturity in terms of psychological and intelligence as compared to last few months of her third years. When we go out for grocery shopping, she will imitate my gesture in comparing prices and quality, as well as checking on expiry dates. Toddler is keen to carry basket and pay at the cashier.  Her learning curve is progressing exponentially, but I think she learns faster and subconsciously by imitating others.  In terms of temperament, I would always help her to acknowledge feelings such as anger, happiness, sadness and etc. For example, I will explain that she is feeling sad for having to bid goodbye after a weekly visit to her grandparents' house and etc.  Socially, she likes to complain/report/repeat the description on whatever strikes her attention. The report is usually made after school, where her friends do something to her. She will keep on

Cat cafe in Kota Kinabalu.

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Out of ideas where to bring your kids? A pet centre has recently opened a cat studio at Wisma BSA Kolombong in July. GPS location is    5.984445804747091,116.11790232360363. It is housed at the end of a row of shop lots, which is located opposite to BSA futsal centre. The studio which opens daily except Monday operates between 930am and 7pm.  Entry of one hour per person is RM20 (including RM10 food voucher) and Child is at RM10. Visitors have to sanitise their hands and take out shoes upon entering the studio. Caregivers have to ensure their children to be gentle to cats. Photo-taking and video are allowed. It is advisable to bring face mask for those who are sensitive with cats' fur. There are around 10 cats of various breeds in the studio. Each has its name. Staff are gladly to introduce them to visitors. The studio has "facility" which enable those feline to climb, sleep, play and even jogging. Prior to exit the studio, which comes with sec