Pressmaster | Shutterstock.com It is not uncommon for toddlers to be extremely temperamental mealtime companions. Especially when anything from a sudden change to their routine or an illness can lead them to lose their appetite. It is also important to note that when your toddler expresses their dislike with a food item, they may be trying to assert their … [Read more...]
Toddler Social Development Milestones to Watch For
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Your Baby just turned one and is starting to walk. Congrats! You have a toddler! Now you need to know these Toddler Social Development Milestones to watch for. Once your child turns one, they have officially entered the toddler years. The years between one and three are filled with many wonders as your child learns and grows in many ways. They will of course … [Read more...]
Toddler Growth and Development Milestones to Watch For
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Watching your child learn and grow is a wonderful thing for every parent. You get to experience the joy of watching your child take their first step or say their first word. Not sure what to look for as your baby becomes a toddler? Here are a few growth and development milestones to watch for when your child is between the ages of 1-3. Walking and Running Walking … [Read more...]
Homemade Christmas Ornaments That Toddlers Can Make
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Homemade Christmas ornaments are the best, but they are even more special when they are made by your kids! One of my favourite memories is going to my auntie's house and making homemade salt dough ornaments. Those homemade Christmas ornaments hung from our tree for years afterwards! Even in school we would spend some time creating homemade Christmas ornaments for the … [Read more...]
Foolproof Tactics for Calming Down a Hyper Toddler
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© Gabriel Blaj | Dollar Photo Club If you have a toddler, you know how hyper than can get. It’s amazing to see those little bodies just bursting with energy, especially when you feel like you’re a few hours short on sleep. Although it’s healthy for toddlers to have a lot of energy, there are times that your hyper toddler needs to calm down. Whether you need … [Read more...]
7 Tips for Camping with a Toddler
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Planning your camping trip with a toddler requires a lot of thought and experience. You need to be prepared for anything, which is why it’s so important to have the right supplies and snacks on hand. Here are a few tips you can use to help make camping with a toddler a success. Bring a Backpack Carrier If you want to do some hiking and exploring on your camping … [Read more...]
How to get your Toddler to Stay in Bed
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One of the most frustrating behaviour problems I've faced recently with my 3 year old is her constantly getting out of bed at both naptime and bedtime. She suddenly realised she could get out of bed whenever she wanted, and so she started to do it. Not only is going up and down the stairs constantly for 2 hours to get her back in bed frustrating, the … [Read more...]
11 Chores Toddlers Can Do On Their Own
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It is sometimes easy to underestimate the abilities of our children, especially when they are toddlers. It is easy to just to everything for them. I get that. Letting them do stuff themselves is definitely the hard way but it is not the best way to raise responsible and independent people. Getting your toddler involved in chores can be an … [Read more...]
How to Survive the Grocery Store with a Toddler
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As a parent, you learn to dread those trips to the grocery store. First you have to bundle up the kids, make the drive to the store, and then find a way to get everything on your shopping list while keeping your children in line. A trip to the grocery store is especially hard if you have a toddler. If you need to bring your toddler with you to the grocery store, these … [Read more...]
Tips for Traveling with a Toddler
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Taking a family vacation? If you plan to travel with your toddler, you’ll need to do a lot of planning in order to have a successful trip. Although it can be a little difficult at times, it is possible! These tips will help you survive traveling with toddlers. Take Breaks If you’re traveling with a toddler, you’ll need to take a lot of … [Read more...]
What to do When Your Toddler Hits & Bites: Tackling Aggressive Behavior
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It can be hard to know what to do when your toddler starts to bite and hit. Unfortunately, this aggressive behavior is a phase that many toddlers go through. Some toddlers grow out of this stage quicker than others, and there are things you can do as a parent to help your toddler stop this behavior. Here are some tips you can use to tackle aggressive behavior in your … [Read more...]
How to Encourage Good Behaviour in Toddlers
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If you have young children, you know that raising toddlers can definitely be a challenge. You’re responsible for teaching these little people the right way to behave and respond to situations. The character that you teach your children at this stage in life will continue to follow them as they grow older, making it very important that you help them start off … [Read more...]
How to Handle a Strong-Willed Toddler
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You have most likely heard the term “terrible twos” when referring to toddlers. This description is fitting for all toddlers, but it is especially true if you have a strong-willed toddler. Having a strong-willed toddler isn’t a bad thing since you know that you’re raising a child who won’t be afraid to lead the way, but it can be a challenge. If you have … [Read more...]
Little Pea by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
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Ten years ago, Amy Krouse Rosenthal burst into children's books with Little Pea , a book destined to become a classic. Her witty text about a little pea who won't eat his sweets combined with the whimsical yet warm hearted art by Jen Corace create a go-to baby gift, a hilarious read-aloud, and the perfect intervention for picky eaters. This is a sweet and playful … [Read more...]
Fun Winter Activities for Toddlers
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Winter is a great time to be a toddler. There is so much to see and do, to learn about and experience. If you are at a loss on what you should be doing with your toddler this winter, though, check out these great ideas. They cover indoor and outdoor activities, as well as what to do in the snow and in areas where it doesn't snow. These fun Winter Activities for Toddlers … [Read more...]
