If you have a pup, you probably started getting them used to little ones right away and have been working on it ever since your baby was born. As for your toddler, teach them how to behave around animals—no pulling tails, no throwing things at them, no poking and no climbing—so they can coexist together peacefully. How to stop your child from hitting Toddlers are all about their teeth.
Tired of colouring? No prob. How about decorating Mason jars? Creating stuff with cardboard? Playing with washi tape? We have lots of fun ideas —and not all of them will make a huge mess. If your toddler is still having bottles, stop them this month. Expect some emotional fragility as they adjust to not having them. Be sure you are doing your toddler a favour by stopping their bottles altogether.
They may like to suck from a straw cup, use a sipper or spout cup or beaker or alternately, a normal plastic cup with a soft rim to drink from. Children are not born social and only learn the skills of relating to others from exposure and role modelling. Of course, it makes sense to keep them away from people who are unwell with infectious diseases but this is not always possible. Simple maintenance measures will help your toddler to stay well.
Daily bathing, frequent nappy changes, hand washing, immunisations, tooth brushing and limiting their exposure to sick people will all help. It may not always be obvious when your toddler is becoming unwell themselves. It is common for children in this age group to become quiet, not as interested in eating as they usually are and even have some subtle changes in their behaviour. Often when they are in the early incubation stages of an illness and before any symptoms emerge, they can be particularly clingy.
If you sense that your toddler may be coming down with an illness, plan for a quiet few days at home. This is often the time when illnesses are at their most contagious so limiting their exposure to others is sensible.
Tantrums are more likely to occur when your child is hungry, tired, or overstimulated. Sometimes a tantrum is a plea for your attention; a reassuring hug and your undivided attention can make the storm clouds go away.
Tantrums aren't easy for parents. It can be hard to listen to a lot of crying, or to have your child be angry at you. But tantrums are a completely normal part of toddler development. Screaming is one of the less pleasant habits your toddler might develop. As with everything else in her life, she's constantly experimenting, and her voice is an instrument that can do all kinds of neat things.
What's more, shrieking gets immediate attention. Some kids condition their parents to give in to make the shrieks stop. To avoid that, explain that yelling hurts your ears. Tell your child that you can't respond until he uses a normal voice.
But take care not to yell your instructions. You can also say, "That's your outside voice. It's okay to use your outside voice when we're playing at the park. Show your child other ways to have fun with her voice, like whispering or singing.
In fact, if you really want to get your child's attention, try lowering your voice to a whisper — it's even more powerful than raising the volume. It sounds not only different from the usual, but special and secretive, and just might stop her in her tracks.
Some toddlers balk at walking barefoot on sand, cement, or grass for the same reason they refuse some foods: They don't like the texture. Others don't want their hair combed or brushed. If your child balks at having his teeth brushed, try buying him a special toothbrush with a favorite character on it i.
If your toddler battles hair brushing, resist the urge to restrain him, which will just frighten him more. You might try to comb or brush his hair while he's distracted, even offering a snack. A commercial detangler may help, even with straight hair.
Or take turns with him: Let him comb or brush your hair, and then you comb his. You may be surprised by the force of your child's likes and dislikes. Even at 17 months, toddlers can be very clear — loud and clear — about what they do and don't want to do, eat, or wear. Some children surprise with another kind of force — hitting, especially when they're frustrated. The most likely target: you. It's counter-intuitive, but this is actually a sign of trust.
A month-old child knows that you're a safe person to show just how upset and frustrated he can get. You may also notice that your child occasionally but very deliberately disobeys your orders. You say, "Please stay away from that vase," and your toddler looks right at you, reaches out, and touches the vase, or plucks a flower from it. Toddlers are like little scientists — always experimenting to see what will happen. This is an important part of how they learn. In a very calm, matter-of-fact voice, you can say, "I know you want to touch the vase.
But it could break, and it is my job to keep you safe. I am going to move it. Here, let's play with these blocks instead. Also, be sure to have a childproofed area where your toddler can safely play. Your month-old's brain is still developing the areas that help with self-control. So even if she knows not to do something, she can't always stop herself from doing it.
If you haven't witnessed a tantrum firsthand yet, you may very soon. Tantrums are an expression of frustration over something a toddler can't do, either physically or because it's not allowed. Mix in fatigue or hunger, and kaboom! As much as you may wish you could soothe the savage beastie right away, there's no magic formula.
A tantrum usually burns itself out faster if you act neutral or even ignore it instead of responding. Once your child calms down, offer him a lap and a chance to regroup. Try distraction rather than giving in to something you refused.
Don't punish a tantrum. At this age, your child can't help himself. Keys, a brush, the remote Now she wants to see for herself how they work. Your toddler may suddenly insist on cutting her own food or using the hairdryer to dry her hair. She'll want to unlock the car door and push the vacuum. It's up to you to decide which tasks are safe for her to attempt.
You may often find yourself in no-win situations as he demands that you let him tackle some tasks on his own, even when you know he'll need your help. Your best bet is to let him occasionally have a go — when it's safe, of course — but be standing by to help.
You can revel in his eagerness to help you now: Encourage him to help you put toys in the toy box, return books to the shelves, and feed himself using a spoon. You can also help by breaking down tasks into smaller, more manageable steps. If your child is attached to a particular blanket or stuffed animal, just wait. Security-object obsession typically escalates during the second year — and for good reason: "Loveys" are parent substitutes.
Your child is physically and mentally capable of more and more, and every day is jammed with new experiences, sights, sounds, and words. Cuddling up to a lovey, especially when your child is stressed, sick, or tired, provides just the security boost he needs to stay on an even keel. The chosen object may start to look a little ratty, but that's okay.
Often the distinctive odor and look of a lovey is what makes it special to your child. If you can, invest in a second, identical lovey.
Rotate them regularly so that both are equally familiar. To prevent your toddler from going outside without your knowledge, install door locks that are out of his reach, baby gates , or even alarms that alert you to movement. These precautions can help prevent your child from wandering out to the swimming pool if you have one , or to the driveway, or onto the street. Keep your child close. Practice car safety. This is important when you or another family member might be backing out of your driveway.
Make sure you know where your toddler is and that he is unable to run behind the vehicle. And when your car is not in use, make sure that the doors are locked.
Apply sunscreen at all times. Apply the sunscreen 30 minutes before heading outside. Dress your toddler in appropriate clothing. Cotton clothing with long sleeves and long pants is a good to protect your child's skin from the sun in warmer months. SPF clothing and wide-brimmed hats are also recommended to protect your toddler from sunburn. Make sure your child is drinking plenty of water. Dehydration can make your child ill.
Stay with your child when in or near water. A network of support can come in handy when you need an extra pair of hands, and the support you get from family and friends can make all the difference. Reach out to family and friends who live nearby. Family members and close friends are wonderful resources, especially if you need an impromptu babysitter. Create a network among your neighbors, especially if you all have children of a similar age.
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