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Care & Feeding | Can I Explain Germs To My Toddler?


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On this episode: we’re weighing how to teach little ones about the dangers of germs… without making it sound too scary. We’ll talk about how to explain why eating off the floor is bad… without unlocking some new fears.


We’ll also check in on where the hosts are this week – and then, if you’re coming to hang out on the Slate Plus Playground, we’re calling a meeting of the C&F weed caucus to order.


If you’re not part of the Slate Plus community, we hope you’ll consider joining! Keep reading to learn how.


Jamilah’s check-in: let’s unpack that 

Elizabeth’s check-in: bestie inbound

Zak’s check-in: out and about and car-free


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