Toddler Clinic
The toddler years are fantastic. Your baby has transformed into a tottering, toddling bundle of energy. You’ll notice their words becoming more defined and linking together to make coherent instructions. They’ll be rushing, running and probably falling and crashing as they refine their motor skills. And playtime takes on a whole new dimension with fantasy worlds and make-believe friends.
You’ll also have heard the expression “Terrible Twos” (and Terrible threes or fours for most) where your every suggestion will be challenged, demands will have to be met immedately for fear of instant meltdown, and your once “foodie” baby eyes your cottage pie suspiciously for signs of hidden vegetables. But it’s also a time for you to have fun together. And through many day-to-day experiences you'll guide the development of their character, build their confidence, instill some social niceties and help them on their way to making friends.
Development
Encouraging first words There is no reason why you can’t start encouraging your child’s communication and ‘talking’ when she is a baby. But as your child makes the transition between being a baby and a toddler, early words begin to form.
Development
Signs your child is ready to potty train
Tips on behaviour that signal a move from nappies.
Feeding
Encouraging adventurous toddler tastes
Small children can develop obsessive food habits &...
Development
How to start potty training
Some people like to encourage potty or toilet trai...
First Aid
Burns - What to do
Burns can happen suddenly and the pain and damage ...
Development
Toddler Toys: vehicles
Encourage imaginative play with the wide range of toy vehicles designed to please boys and girls alike.
Development
Potty training setbacks
Identifying the problems you might encounter when moving to a potty or toilet, and tips on how to overcome your child’s ups and downs when leaving behind nappies.
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