Some will argue that it’s the very first year of life. It’s hazing that brings new parents to their knees: shock therapy for the 18 years ahead.
That’s when parenting is most demanding, some say — in those around-the-clock, blurry days and nights.
But, there’s a reason the next year is called the “Terrible Twos” — a time of meltdowns, the oft-repeated ‘No!’ and high-speed chases, always potentially damaging to body and property. More at www.CooperandAnthony.com