Helping Your Toddler Play It Safe
Parents of toddlers know that the playground can be a great place for their little ones to enjoy much-needed physical activity, but many are unaware of common playground hazards and safety concerns. Whether your child is a playground newcomer or a frequent visitor, you can help your toddler play it safe by learning safety guidelines and teaching them to your child as they grow.
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Catching a Running Nose
We all know a runny nose is a normal part of the common cold, but did you know it goes through several stages before it goes away? These stages can give you some insight on how to better understand and cope with the condition.
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All About Baby Talk
Your child is born into a web of language, and he or she enters the world programmed to begin making sense out of sounds and symbols. Though children don't begin speaking understandable words with meaning attached until around their first birthday, long before they mutter their first "mama" or "dada," your children are processing the words, meanings, and nuances of language. Now that their language is virtually exploding, there are things you can do to encourage your talkative toddler.
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The Best Beverages for Your Toddler
Fruit juice, chocolate milk, sodas, and the list goes on. With so many drinks out there, finding the right ones to give your toddler can be harder than you think. Many drinks contain ingredients that are unhealthy for kids and adults alike. This guide can help you navigate your way through the sea of beverages.
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The Importance of Vaccinations
You wouldn't take your 1-year-old daughter out in the rain without adequate protection, would you? So why would you allow her to go without the protection she gets from regular visits to her pediatrician for necessary immunizations? According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, most children need up to 10 immunizations before they are two years old to prevent common childhood diseases like chicken pox, diphtheria, and meningitis.
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Traveling with Your Toddler
Forget long walks on the beach or romantic dinners by candlelight. Now your vacations are spent chasing your 2-year-old across the sand and eating at kid-friendly establishments. If you're a new parent, traveling with your toddler can be an adjustment, but it can also be a fun experience for the whole family. Careful planning and an open mind is all you need to make the most out of your next vacation.
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Is Your Toddler Getting Enough Sleep?
Your toddler is becoming more and more aware of the world around him and wants to explore everything, and that can make putting him to bed difficult. There could be any number of things making it tough for your little one to fall asleep. Here are some ideas about why kids don't sleep and how you and your toddler both can get the rest you need.
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Routine Health for Your Toddler
As if living with the quirks of a toddler isn't hard enough for parents, that walking and talking bundle of joy finds a way to come in contact with every germ available and eventually gets sick. This is often a stressful time for parents, causing them to become torn between home treatment or taking the toddler to see a pediatrician. Find out what you should know about keeping your toddler healthy while maintaining your sanity.
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Toddlers in the Tub: Safety First
As your child has grown from baby to toddler, you may be relaxing more during your youngster's bath time. While you once kept within a hand's reach of your baby, watching his or her every move, you may now find yourself reading a favorite novel or stepping away briefly to answer the phone or grab a clean towel. Experts recommend that you remain vigilant at bath time and follow these simple precautions well through the toddler years.
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Vital Vitamins and Nutrients
For parents worldwide, feeding a finicky toddler can at times be an insurmountable challenge. As impossible as it may seem, there are ways to guide your child to the right foods. If you're afraid that your toddler will end up living on peanut butter sandwiches while the Food Pyramid poster gets covered up with magnets on the refrigerator door, grab your determination and give these tips a try.
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