Parenting Toddlers: A Guide Book to Development,

Sleeping, Education, Teaching and Activities for Your

Toddler
Susan Jackson
2013 Susan Jackson

Table of Contents
Legal Stuff
Overview
Introduction
Chapter 1: Not a Baby Anymore Learning the Basics
Chapter 2: Double Job - Teacher and Nurturer
Chapter 3: Play, Play, Play What to Do for Fun
Chapter 4: Toy Story Theyre Everywhere!
Chapter 5: No More Diapers Using the Potty
Chapter 6: Time for Sleep But Not Sleepy
Chapter 7: Getting Dressed Mission Impossible
Chapter 8: Discipline?? The Right and Effective Way to Teach It
Chapter 9: Your Toddler and His or Her Health
Chapter 10: Feeding Time It Can Get Messy
Chapter 11: Dental Care Challenge Accepted
Chapter 12: When You Cant Be with Your Toddler
Chapter 13: Booboos Absolutely Unavoidable
Chapter 14: Growing-Up Time Going to Preschool
Epilogue
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oc-2" aid="26">Overview
A year after you proudly became a parent; your little bundle of joy is starting to develop. Along with your baby,
the problems you are going to deal with are also becoming more complex. Indeed, it will be pretty difficult, but
the rewards will also be greater. Seeing your childs first steps, hearing him/her learn how to speak, playing
with him/her and teaching him/her all kinds of new things, these are all priceless memories you will cherish
forever.

This book is destined for parents who want to reinforce their knowledge about raising a toddler, who need
friendly advice in certain matters. It is also for future parents who want to know ahead of time what to expect. It
is a perfect quick guide, offering entertaining and useful lessons in all toddler-related matters.

The book is divided into 14 chapters, each covering a particular phase in your childs development. Chapter
by chapter, you will learn how to better deal with each presented issue with love, care and patience. You will
find quick and to-the-point answers to every major problem that can and will occur in this confusing and at the
same time delightful period.

Firstly, you will learn about the actual changes your child is going through and you will find out more about the
transition from baby to toddler. Being witness to this fantastic transition is something unique in every parents
life. Dont forget to always have a camera lying around so you can record these dear moments.

Next, you will learn about how to fulfill your new full-time job being a teacher and a nurturer at the same time.
Do your job well and get the sweetest pay in the world kisses, hugs and smiles.

In the next two chapters, we get to the fun part playtime! Your toddler is always very active and he or she will
be in a permanent mood for playing. You have to know how you can make him or her have fun, and since it is
the age when he or she soaks up information like a sponge, make him or her learn while having fun.

Chapter Five covers an important step in your childs development: potty training. Say bye-bye to diapers,
your baby is growing up!

Afterwards, we will deal with sleeping issues. What do you do when your toddler has to go to bed but isnt
sleepy at all? How to get him/her to take his/her afternoon naps? You will find answers to these questions and
others and also learn how to handle the delicate situation of bedwetting. All you need is patience.

Toddlers are always very full of energy and getting them dressed will indeed be a challenge. This is why the
next chapter will teach you small tricks to get him or her into clothes fast instead of chasing him/her around the
house.

Discipline is something a child must learn from a young age and toddlerhood is the perfect time to teach
these principles. Chapter Eight deals with discipline and teaches you how to make your toddler learn to
behave in a disciplined manner, without feeling that it is a chore.

You will learn not to panic when your child has a fever or other minor health problem. Of course it is natural for
any parent to be worried, but every child gets sick. With your love, attention and proper health care, he or she
will get better and start running around in no time.

In chapter 10, we will go through the basic feeding and nutrition issues. Everyone knows you are what you
eat and you want your baby to be strong and healthy, so you should pay a lot of attention to what you are
feeding him.

Next, learn about dental care and how to make him or her care about it. After all, in a couple of years the tooth
fairy will be coming, so he or she will want to take care of those teeth, right?

After that, we will talk about day care alternatives for those situations when you are unable to be with your kid
all day. It is indeed hard for a parent to be away from his or her child, even for a couple of hours, but knowing
that he or she is safe and having fun may help you get over this.

Just like getting sick, having an occasional accident is normal for your child. Chapter 13 will show you how to
minimize the risk of injuries and how to react when your little one comes crying to you because he or she had
a little accident.

The last chapter prepares you for another transition your toddler becoming a preschooler. It is always a
moving and exciting point in his or her development when he or she is growing up enough to enter society.

After reading through all these chapters, you will be armed with tips and advice that will help you in your new
adventure. Quick and effective, this little guide will show you how to really enjoy your new duties and how to
solve the possible problems that might accompany your journey though parenthood.

oc-3" aid="5S">Introduction
Being a parent is the hardest full-time job in the world, but it is also the best one. There is nothing more
rewarding than seeing your child grow. As we all know, the first couple of years are the most challenging.
Every parent must be prepared for just about anything.

After you have managed to get over the first phase, the baby phase, you might think things will go smoother.
Then comes toddlerhood, another exhausting period, when your child develops even more and learns new
things. But dont worry; it is not as scary as you might have heard. These are, in fact, the best years. Your baby
will learn to walk and even talk, and those moments will be priceless.

Toddlers are always so full of energy and curious they want to know everything, run around the house,

explore, and sometimes they will even drive you crazy. But you will get to be there for the most important little
person in your life, telling him or her bedtime stories, hugging him or her when he or she gets a boo-boo or
feeding him or her when he or she is hungry. It is totally worth it!

This book should be considered as a friend by the parent it will provide him or her with what he or she needs
to know, getting him or her prepared for this wonderful experience. Every parent loves his or her child more
than anything in the world and he or she wants to do things right. But parenting takes a lot of time and the
parent will not have as much time for himself. That is why this book is useful it takes all the important things
you need to know and compresses them into small but significant chapters, which you can easily read, even
when you are on the run.

Of course, being a parent is something innate it changes you in a positive way. You know what is best for
you and your child and taking care of your baby becomes something natural. But everybody needs some
friendly advice from time to time, and this book will be there for you in your time of need, making your life a lot
easier.

The reader will learn how to manage his or her toddler in any of the daily activities, such as feeding or getting
dressed, as well as how to teach his or her child discipline in a pleasant manner and all the great ways to have
fun. The parent will know how to handle any possible health problems and how to teach the child the
importance of hygiene. All of the important phases are covered in this small but useful guide to parenting.
Being informed is the key to being a great parent. You have to be prepared for anything, in order to face all the
problems that might come along.

Forget all the rumors about parenting being only hard work and sleepless nights and try to focus on the fun
part of it. With a little help, you will be able to make the most of these wonderful years! And at the end of a full
day, seeing your toddler smile will make all your worries go away.

oc-4" aid="7D">Chapter 1: Not a Baby Anymore Learning the Basics

Congratulations! You no longer have a baby, you have a toddler now! This means your child will go through
many changes, both physical and psychological. He or she will grow in size, learn new things, start walking,
talking and interacting with others. Before anything else, you should know which are the phases of toddlerhood
and the relevant development milestones.

Usually, toddlerhood is the period of a childs life lasting from 12 to 36 months (years 1 to 3). It is the time of
major changes on all levels, when your baby is not a baby anymore he or she is now a toddler! This does
not mean that the hard part is over for you; it is just the beginning of a new phase.

In order to take the best care of your child, you should know about the changes he or she is going through, so
you can be prepared for every big event in his or her life.

Normally, toddlerhood can be divided into four big phases, each with its specific physical, mental and
emotional developments.

1. 12-14 months This is a short period, but in it you can observe many developments:

At this age, he or she will have a weight three times heavier than he or she did at birth, will be 50% taller
and possess one to eight teeth (this means it is time for dental hygiene).

He will need eight to ten hours of sleep per night and one nap during the day (maybe even two, if youre
lucky).
Your toddler will be able to walk alone without falling too much, drink from a cup or start playing with a ball
or with building blocks (two or three, for now). He or she can even begin to have a favorite toy.
Speech and understanding are beginning to evolve your toddler will expand his or her vocabulary with a
couple of words and he or she will be able to understand what you are telling him, for example if you ask
him or her to bring you something.

2. 15-18 months You have to be ready for even more changes:

Be prepared to have a little monkey around the house, because now he or she will start to climb the stairs
or pieces of furniture, run around and explore the place.
Also, he or she will start his or her career as an artist, beginning to scribbleand naturally, the walls will
be his or her favorite canvas.
His vocabulary further enriches with up to 20 words and he or she will also start greeting people close to
him.
He can also develop an interest in your activities and start imitating such activities, like cleaning or
cooking.

3. 19-24 months You can see important steps, such as being ready for toilet training.

Your toddler will run even better and start feeding him or herself without making such a big mess.
No more problems while dressing your child he or she will like dressing and undressing himself, so you
are off the hook.
He will speak up to 50 words, but will be able to understand a lot more.
Your precious experiment in self-recognition, a truly important step; the child also feels anxiety when you
are away and attachment for toys or persons.
He will have a set of 12 temporary teeth by now. Towards the end of this phase, it is a good time to start
potty training. Hurray!

4. 25-36 months Finally, the final phase!

Your youngster will now be permanently active and always climbing and running, dressing and undressing
himself, playing all kinds of games, and he or she will no longer have the need for naps.
He will now be capable of speaking in full sentences, quickly learning new things such as names or
places, and can even start singing along with a song.
The child can get a little selfish and might not be willing to share his or her toys with other children. He or
she will be very interested in playing different types of games and completing puzzles.
It is the beginning of his or her independence he or she will no longer be hanging on you and he or she
will display the ability and desire to do things alone. Your dear toddler is growing up!

These are the normal phases that toddlers experience, but remember that each child is unique and special
and these milestones are not set in stone. Your child may develop faster or slower, so do not worry if you
believe he or she is not following the general pattern. Rules are made to be broken, right? You have to be
prepared for these developments but it is going to be much better to actually participate in developing them
along with your child, so enjoy this journey!

oc-5" aid="BV">Chapter 2: Double Job - Teacher and Nurturer

After you have found out which are the milestones in your childs development, you know exactly what to

expect from him or her or her. In this period you will be your childs teacher and nurturer. You will teach him or
her about the basics, feed him, clothe him, encourage his or her curiosity and creativity, educate him or her
and lay a solid foundation for the future adult he or she will become.

In this point, your child depends solely on you. You are the one who feeds him, bathes him, clothes him or her
or puts him or her to bed. But his or her physical needs are not the only things you should care about you
must also be his or her teacher. These are decisive years in his or her life. Everything you do now will have
results in the near and distant future, and you must be very careful how you mold this little person.

Starting in this phase, children tend to be very curious. They will want to explore everything, and as soon as
they learn to talk, you will have to face all those why? questions, which sometimes can get pretty annoying.
But you have to be patient and answer his or her every curiosity, encouraging it. It is the only way for him or her
to learn at this fragile age.

You have to always keep in mind that your child is unique and has his or her particular qualities and flaws. As a
parent, you are the one who decides how you are going to raise him, but there are certain tips that can apply to
every parenting style. Using these tips, you will successfully nurture your child and promote his or her
creativity, intelligence and trust in you.

Do not expect from your beloved child more than he or she can actually do. Even if he or she seems to
develop at a slower rate than other children his or her age, you must not pressure him. He or she will walk
or talk whenever he or she is ready; pressuring him or her will just make things worse. And never ever
compare him or her to other kids; you can dramatically lower his or her self-esteem, leading to harsh
consequences.
Try not to raise your voice, even when he or she does something wrong. Be calm and explain to him or
her why what he or she did was wrong. At this age, he or she will be able to understand you. Yelling at him
or her can even make him or her fear you and you do not want to be associated with fear and anger, do
you? Make him or her respect you, not tremble when he or she hears your voice. He or she will learn from
his or her mistakes on his or her own.
Be aware that you are his or her role model now. Everything you do and say can be reflected in his or her
present and future behavior, so analyze yourself first to see what your flaws are and try to fix them.
Do not manifest anger or violence in his or her presence. Indeed, you must teach him or her that anger is
something natural, but try to make him or her understand that it does not necessarily imply violence.
You must teach him or her discipline in a constructive way, making him or her want to be disciplined, and
not feel that it is a burden.
You have to encourage your toddler all the time and have confidence in him.
Communication is the key here you and your child will have a special bond that will last a lifetime. By
constantly talking to him, you improve his or her speech skills and enrich his or her vocabulary.
Be patient forgive him or her when he or she makes a mistake, and show positive feedback when he
or she does a good job.
Love your child no matter what!

An important thing is to give the child a little bit of control over his or her life. Of course you want him or her to
be the smartest kid in the world, but do not force him or her to do something he or she does not like. A good
approach is to analyze your child and see what kind of inclinations he or she has. See what he or she likes to
do most and encourage that. Maybe he or she likes to play with the ball, or perhaps he or she likes to pretend
he or she is cooking or he or she is fond of singing or dancing or playing with cars. Support him or her in
his/her endeavors and you can be sure that he or she will be grateful later in life.

oc-6" aid="EH">Chapter 3: Play, Play, Play What to Do for Fun

Toddlerhood is when your child starts playing (a lot!). He or she will permanently be in an active state and will
want to play all the time. He or she has to consume all his or her energy, so you have to encourage your little
one. It is also the phase when he or she starts interacting with others, so he or she will soon start making playbuddies. It is going to be a dynamic period, both for you and your child.

For your little one, playing is the most important thing right now. It is his or her way of consuming the energy he
or she is so full of and it is also a great way to learn new things and develop new skills. Whether he or she is
playing alone or he or she involves you in his or her games, he or she will have a lot of fun and so will you,
even if you are just watching him.

You are in charge of his or her schedule, so make sure he or she has enough time to play. At this age, playing
is not just something he or she does for fun; it is in fact something he or she needs to do. You can help him or
her by giving him or her ideas and purchasing all kinds of toys and props he or she can use. Observe what he
or she likes most and encourage it by finding new and entertaining activities matching his or her interests.

What can you do to encourage your childs play?

First of all, make sure his or her play area is safe. With toddlers, you never know when an accident might
occur. Also, you should always supervise him or her when he or she is playing.
Allow him or her to play whenever he or she feels like it.
Provide him or her with safe toys, games and other items. If he or she wants you to participate, do not
refuse. It will be fun!
Find educational games you can play together.
If he or she is old enough, you can read him or her a story and then ask him or her to retell it in his or her
own words.
Take trips outdoors make your child love nature.
When your kid is playing, ask him or her questions about what he or she is doing this will further
develop his or her speech abilities.
Provide him or her with coloring books and crayons to help his or her artistic side.
Sing to him or her whenever you have the chance music is very important and your voice is the
sweetest sound in the world for him.
Find activities according to his or her interests. Go to a puppet show or to the museum.
Go to parks where your child can meet other children. Making friends is something he or she wants and
needs.

The best games pretend play

Make-believe games will be one of the first things your child will try. It is actually pretty natural children tend
to imitate adults and most probably he or she will try to mimic your activities first. Later, he or she will continue
to play all sorts of pretend games, depending on the props that are available. For example, if your little girl
has a lot of dolls and stuffed animals, she will most likely become their mother, nursing and feeding them with
imaginary food. That is really something cute to watch.

Pretend play helps your child develop many of your toddlers skills, this is why you should support it and even
participate in it.

It enhances his or her vocabulary whether your child is pretending to be a doctor, a parent or a teacher,

he or she will be using speech. This way, he or she will learn new words and in time, develop his or her
speech much faster.
It develops his or her social skills through play, he or she will learn how to act when he or she is around
others. Even if now he or she is the teacher of his or her stuffed animals, he or she is gradually learning
how to interact with other children. And when he or she will start playing with kids of his or her age, they
will learn together how to act in society.
It confronts him or her with various situations that he or she will encounter later in life when your child
has taken a role, he or she must quickly find solutions to certain problems or to perform some tasks.
It encourages him or her to express his or her feelings. Pretend play will make your child experience all
sorts of feelings happiness, anger, sadness. Playing will help him or her better understand them and
learn to express them in a positive way.
It encourages his or her imagination and creativity your toddler will create scenarios, invent characters
and situations. This is probably the best path to a rich imagination.

Playing is essential for your toddlers development. You have to always support him, assist him or her when
he or she needs something, supply him or her with safe toys and games, and create various activities through
which he or she can find out new things. Help him or her discover the world!

oc-7" aid="IG">Chapter 4: Toy Story Theyre Everywhere!

Playing will be the most important thing on your toddlers mind, so you will definitely have to buy a lot of toys
and games for him or her to enjoy. Your house will probably look like a toy factory soon. But you have to pay
special attention to what you purchase avoid dangerous products and rather focus on interactive and
educational games.

Playing is the way your child gets familiar with the world and develops all his or her skills, and it is your job to
help him or her make the most of his or her play. You must provide him or her with toys and games, but how
can you choose from the variety of products out there?

There are certain rules you have to keep in mind when going out shopping for your little one. If you follow
these general guidelines, you can rest assured that your child will have lots of fun and learn while he or she is
playing.

Read the labels of the products you are inspecting. Make sure they are suitable for toddlers and that they
do not contain any small pieces that can be swallowed. Safety before anything else!
Prop toys these are very important in his or her make-believe games. This sort of game will develop his
or her creativity, his or her imagination, his or her speech and social skills and his or her general
knowledge of the world. Depending on your toddlers preferences, you can buy plastic dishes, cups and
food, little doctor kits, toy phones or microphones, gardening tools and many others. They are little adults
and they want to be treated as such.
Focus on educational products and things that are going to help him or her develop his or her intellect,
like puzzles with big pieces, building blocks or maybe games that require your child to sort different
things, recognize animals, colors and so on. The easiest way for him or her to learn is through play.
Try to improve his or her artistic skills. Coloring is one of the most fun activities for a toddler and even if in
certain cases your walls will have to suffer, it is worth it. It encourages the little painter in him or her to
have lots of crayons and coloring books. Also, musical toys are a great idea. A game that shows him or
her the different sounds that animals make and then requires him or her to indicate the respective images
is a fun way to learn.
Toys he or she can use in an active way are recommended for toddlers. Your child is very active at this
age and he or she will be crazy about playing outside with a ball or riding his or her new tricycle.
Furry friends all children are fond of their little furry animals (and not only children), and they will want to
buy as many as possible. If possible, let him or her choose his or her new friends, because if he or she
does not like it, it will probably end up in the corner of his or her room after a day or two.
If you have a sandbox in your garden, your toddler will definitely love playing in the sand, building castles

and digging tunnels, so a kit for this activity will really make him or her happy. Of course, you must
permanently watch him; it can be dangerous for a small child.
Do not be stereotypical. If your son wants to have a tea party or your daughter likes to play with cars, you
should respect their desire. It is natural for them to want to play with everything, so do not deny them
certain toys.
As your toddler is gradually approaching the preschool period, it is time for even more serious games.
Board games for you and your child can be very fun for both of you and he or she will have a lot to learn
from them. And so will you!

Next time you go out to purchase toys for your precious toddler, make sure you buy safe items that are
entertaining and educational at the same time. Focus on what your child likes the most and give him or her an
opportunity to develop in a balanced way while enjoying himself.

oc-8" aid="KL">Chapter 5: No More Diapers Using the Potty

Your little toddler is about to make a big step in his or her life saying bye-bye to diapers and starting potty
training. But you should not push your child to use the potty; he or she will let you know whenever he or she is
ready. You will need a lot of patience, but clearly it is going to be a major breakthrough for both of you.

You have to understand that starting potty training is a major milestone for your child, but you should not apply
any pressure on him or her or get worried if he or she is old enough to begin this process but just do not want
to. He or she will do it when he or she feels ready and you should not rush things. Potty training usually starts
between the ages of 15 to 36 months, but sometimes, it begins even before or after this period.

You have to pay attention to your child and observe him or her carefully, because there are certain signs that
your child is ready for this major change:

You are already changing him or her less than you used to, with at least an hour or two in between
changes, which means he or she can better control his or her functions.
Your child lets you know when his or her diaper is wet or dirty and even announces it to you before he or
she pees or poops. Also, having his or her own words to describe these actions means that he or she
already understands the process a bit.
He shows interest in the bathroom and even wants to know how you use it.
He feels uncomfortable when his or her diaper is dirty or wet.
He is able to undress himself, meaning he or she will be able to be quickly ready when nature calls.

If your toddler is indeed ready to make this big step, it is time to buy a potty and hope it will be a success.
Keep certain things in your mind for this to work:

Try to explain to him or her about the entire process or even make a demonstration and he or she will
understand and try to use the potty when he or she needs it. Place his or her potty somewhere where he
or she can easily and quickly reach it.
Encourage your child to go potty when he or she lets you know he or she is going to. Point to the potty
and ask him or her to use it, but if he or she refuses, do not force him.
Be sympathetic and patient. Remember that accidents can and will happen, but do not let your child see
that you are disappointed in him. It will just make things worse. Instead, praise him or her a little when he
or she does his or her job well he or she will surely respond to positive feedback.
Getting your child to stay dry during the day is a lot easier than during the night. Bedwetting is a problem
that can last for many years, so do not be worried if your toddler still has some night accidents.
Some children are not interested in starting to use the potty at all, but try to be calm about it. Sooner or

later, he or she will start controlling him or herself he or she will definitely not want to go to kindergarten
still wearing a diaper.
If your child still has problems with potty training, try talking to a specialist or even with other parents to
share certain tips. Remember that children are very emotional and if there are major changes going on in
his or her life, such as moving or another baby, he or she might be a little bit stressed.
If you have tried and tried, but your child still cannot use the potty, do not get discouraged. Take a break
for a couple of weeks and then try again.

Just be patient! After all, your child knows best when he or she is capable of controlling his or her bodily
functions and you will know when he or she is prepared for this process. Do not despair or be disappointed,
just have confidence in him or her and together, you will make it!

oc-9" aid="NF">Chapter 6: Time for Sleep But Not Sleepy

Your little toddler needs to have a sufficient amount of sleep in this period in order to fully develop, so you
have to make sure he or she gets it. But sometimes it can be hard, especially right before bedtime, when he
or she will probably want to stay and play a little more. It can be tricky to convince him or her to go to bed, but
you can do it!

In general your toddler will need about 10 to 12 hours of sleep every night and at this age, they only need a
two to three hour nap during the day, having given up the second nap. Remember that sleeping too little can
cause many problems at this age. But going to bed is most likely something he or she will not be very eager to
do. He or she might even start crying when you say it is time for sleep.

Hearing your loved one cry can be quite painful for you, so what can you do to make sure he or she goes to
sleep without crying? There are a couple of tips for parents to know to convince their children to take their
naps and to go to bed peacefully at night:

Make sure he or she takes his or her daily nap, as it will make him or her sleep better during the night. If
his or her nap gets interrupted, his or her night sleep can also suffer and he or she might wake up in the
middle of the night. Surely you do not want that to happen.
When your child gives signs of being too tired or too emotional, it is clearly time for a nap.
He might not want to go to bed because he or she is afraid to be alone, so the best idea is to stay with
him or her until he or she falls asleep. Read him or her a story.
Your child needs to have a sleep schedule and stick to it. Having a routine will make him or her know
when he or she has to go to bed and he or she will eventually get used to it.
His day must be full of activities so that he or she feels the need to sleep when it is time for it.
Before every sleep session, he or she has to be well fed and clean, so that he or she does not wake up
in the middle of their sleep.
If he or she is already attached to a particular toy or object, make sure he or she has it with him or her
when going to sleep.
If your toddler refuses to nap, at least be sure he or she is resting.

Nighttime accidents they just happen

Bedwetting is something natural at this age, even if your child is potty trained. It is a lot harder for him or her to
control his or her bodily functions at night than during the day. Sometimes this can last for many years and only
then can it become a real problem. For now, it is just a natural thing.

But even so, this can make your child feel uncomfortable with him or herself, so there are a couple of tips to

try to prevent him or her from wetting the bed:

Explain to your toddler that this is something normal and he or she should not feel ashamed. He or she
will get over this phase and he or she must not lose confidence in him or herself.
Reduce the amount of liquids he or she drinks before sleeping, but do not deny him or her a drink if he or
she wants it.
Make sure he or she uses the toilet before going to bed and explain to him or her gently that he or she
should wake up and use the toilet instead of trying to hold it in. He or she should have a potty nearby, just
in case.
Praise him or her a bit for every dry night he or she achieves and even give rewards for
accomplishments.
If your child still cannot avoid wetting the bed at night, use diapers at night, but only if he or she is
comfortable with this idea.
Bedwetting will become a problem if it persists after he or she reaches the age of five. In this case, you
have to seek professional help. But remember to be supportive and patient, no matter what.

c-10" aid="QN">Chapter 7: Getting Dressed Mission Impossible

In this phase, your child is very dynamic and it can be quite hard to make him or her hold still for a moment.
This is why getting dressed can be a real challenge. You have to have patience and a lot of it too! Be calm
and do your parent job and soon enough, your toddler will be dressing himself.

At this age, your toddler will want to be independent and most of the time, your plans will not match his. You
will want something and he or she will desire the exact opposite. This is also the case when it comes to
dressing up. You will have selected certain clothes for him, but he or she will simply refuse. Sometimes, he or
she might even want to go around naked, and while that is indeed cute, you just cannot take him or her
somewhere with you in his or her birthday suit.

So you have to get him or her dressed. But how? How do you get a hyperactive little person that has his or her
own ideas and desires into his or her clothes? There are certain tips that can help you with that:

First of all, remember to be calm. If he or she sees you angry, he or she might get dressed, but only
because he or she is scared. You must never ever let your child see you furious. Be calm and try to take
things slow.
Give your toddler some control and make a compromise. Let him or her pick some of the clothes, but
make sure you give him or her appealing options. As long as his or her choices are appropriate for the
weather or occasion, he or she can actually pick whatever he or she desires. If he or she gets to wear
things he or she likes, the process might not turn into a struggle.
It is a time of independence for your toddler. He or she will most likely want to get dressed by him or
herself and even though he or she will probably do a sloppy job, it is a good start. Practice makes
perfect. Let him or her dress himself or herself the way he or she can and then just offer to give a little
help. In time, he or she will learn to dress him or herself all alone. Just make sure he or she has easy
access to his or her clothes.
When going out shopping for clothes for your child, try to find items that are simple to put on. It will save
you a lot of time in your daily dressing routine. Also, buy delicate clothes that will not make your little one
get a rash or feel itchy. He or she will just take them off anyway.
Before going to battle, make sure everything is prepared. Have all your kids clothes ready. Time matters
and you have to be quick. But do not hurry him; he or she obviously hates having to do something in a
short time.
You can distract him or her from what you are doing with the help of a favorite toy, by singing or by simply
telling an interesting story.
Encourage his or her independence and reward him or her when he or she manages to put a piece of
clothing on right. Children like being praised by their parents, but dont exaggerate.
Try to have fun with this activity. Why must it be seen as a burden? You and your toddler can turn it into a

game and you know how much he or she likes games. You can chase him or her around or even play
hide and seek and if you catch or find him, he or she has to let you dress him. If he or she is having fun,
he or she will not mind getting dressed.

Most parents see dressing their kids I as one of the hardest things in toddlerhood, but it should not be such a
big deal after all. Be calm and patient; try to reason with your child and to have fun. Soon enough, he or she
will dress and undress him or herself and you will probably miss being needed for this, while also being proud.

c-11" aid="SL">Chapter 8: Discipline?? The Right and Effective Way to Teach It

Discipline is something every child must learn and teaching it at a fragile age is the best solution to make sure
it sticks to your child. But your toddler must see discipline as something good for him or her and for his or her
development, not as a punishment. That is why you must try to make him or her understand this concept, in a
gentle and positive manner.

Your toddler is now old enough and ready to learn what discipline is all about. But you have to be very careful,
because the way you teach it now will stick in his/her mind forever. You have to make him or her realize it is
something good for him or her and his or her development, something useful in life. You must be strict with
your child, but in a mild way, so he or she does not fear you. You have to earn his or her respect and trust.

He has to learn to respect your rules, but you must be patient and consistent at the same time. It is up to you
what primary method you use; you are the parent, so you are in charge, but there are a few small tips that will
help you with this important mission.

Be consistent! If you give him or her some rules, they have to be written in stone and you have to respect
the rules too. Seeing you do that will make him or her want to copy you. You are allowed to repeat
yourself in this case he or she has to hear things a lot of times to fully understand what you want from
him. And if you give him or her warnings, make sure you can later enforce them, or else he or she will
always disregard your words.
Dont be a preacher. Indeed, he or she will make mistakes, but you should not give him or her a lecture
every time he or she does so. Have confidence in your child, he or she will learn from his or her mistakes
on his or her own.
Never, ever use violence! You might get very angry sometimes, but violence is not a solution. It will only
make him or her fear you. Try to remain calm and control yourself and only use words.
Whenever your child shows a disciplined behavior, reward him either with words or with actual things, like
a cupcake or a future trip to the zoo. This way, he or she will know that discipline is something good that
always gets rewarded in life.
Be understanding. It is normal for him or her to act out if he or she is too tired or hungry and it is not
actually his or her fault this time.
Sometimes when he or she makes mistakes, he or she actually does not know that this particular thing is
a mistake. He or she is at an age when a lot of things are new for him or her and making mistakes is his or
her way of learning what is wrong or right.
Set limits. Explain to him or her in simple words what he or she can or cannot do, but keep in mind that
you will probably have to explain that to him or her again and again. In time, he or she will learn these
rules by heart and will definitely try to stick to them.
When you see he or she is about to do something wrong, firmly tell him or her no and offer a
distraction, either a toy or another activity.
Timeouts can be a good idea, but it depends on your child and if he or she truly wants to learn something
from this experience. They are effective when you want to calm your child down, so when he or she is
acting out, a couple of minutes of timeout can make him or her more reasonable.
Learn to pick your battles. In important matters you have to be firm and just say no, but sometimes, in
minor situations, give him or her a little independence and let him or her choose. He or she is at that age
when he or she is always looking to be independent and that might calm him or her down and prevent any
explosions.

You have to get to know your child and see signs of anger before the anger actually settles in. This way,
you can prevent a huge scene.
Try to put yourself in his or her shoes for a moment. Understand him, be calm and patient and have faith
in his or her abilities to better him or herself.

Teaching your little one the value and meaning of discipline can be very tricky. You naturally love him or her a
lot, but he or she can sometimes trigger some negative feelings in you. Just remember that he or she is very
fragile now, both physically and emotionally, and at the beginning of his or her journey. He or she often just
does things because he or she does not know any better. Be patient and trust him or her and he or she will
respect you for that.

c-12" aid="V3">Chapter 9: Your Toddler and His or Her Health

You are a parent and whenever your precious one has a health problem, you will probably be very worried. It is
completely natural, because he or she is the dearest being to you and your parental instincts kick in. But do
not panic children always get sick, it is something inevitable. You have to learn to accept things in a calm way
and try to find a solution rather than panic.

You will probably want to know everything about your little ones health and all the right ways to keep him or her
as healthy as possible. And children are always getting sick or having little accidents in these first years, so
you will probably be constantly worried and call your doctor as soon as you hear your dear one cough or see a
scratch.

Nothing more natural than that you are a parent, looking out for his or her little cub. Your pediatrician will
explain everything you need to know about keeping your child healthy, but there are a couple of things you can
do yourself to make sure your toddlers health is in good shape.

You cannot prevent your child from catching a cold or getting a fever, it is a normal part of his or her
development. Most of these small affections will pass after a period of rest and warm fluids, but if they
persist, it is time to call the doctor.
Make sure your toddler gets all his or her vaccines; he or she has to be immunized against severe
illnesses. Your doctor will advise you regarding this matter. At about 18 months, he or she can also get
the chickenpox vaccine, but chickenpox is also a natural stage for children, so if he or she gets the pox,
do not panic.
Take your child regularly to the doctor, even if he or she does not show any signs of problems.
Do not think you know better than a specialist or give your child a certain medicine because it used to
work for your other child or for a friends child. Consult your doctor before anything else!
Create a safe environment for him, in order to avoid potential accidents. However, your active toddler will
find a way to get some minor injuries, no matter what.
Keep your childs air clean, free of various chemicals or smoke. Smoking in your little ones presence can
have harsh medical consequences. Remember he or she will always try to copy you, so do not turn him
or her into a future smoker.
Keep toxic substances, medicine and other dangerous items somewhere he or she cannot reach them.
He or she is very curious and exploring his or her favorite things. Also, he or she likes to taste
everything, so be careful what you leave lying around.
Make sure he or she is always appropriately dressed for the weather.
Try to find out if your child is allergic to anything, so you can avoid him or her having contact with the
allergen. Again, consult the doctor.
Teach your child the importance of hygiene, because this can prevent many medical problems.

The most important thing for your childs health is having a good pediatrician who can offer you advice on any
problem that worries you. But you can do a lot for your precious one by keeping him or her in a healthy and
safe environment, with all the love and care he or she needs.

-13" aid="119">Chapter 10: Feeding Time It Can Get Messy

Your baby is at a time of continuous development, so what he or she eats is very important. When he or she
was a baby, things were a little easier (milk, milk and milk again), but now, you have to pay attention to what you
feed him. He or she is also beginning to learn to eat on his or her own, and although things get a little messy
sometimes, it is a sign he or she is growing up.

Your toddlers nutrition must be one of your biggest concerns what he or she eats is essential for his or her
development. He or she is starting to eat by him or herself and because he or she is at the beginning of this
phase, things will not go smooth every time. You will probably have to clean a lot, but it is a big step for him or
her and his or her independence, so you should encourage it. A good tip is to use plastic dishes and cups
you will not have a lot of broken glass around and you will avoid him or her getting hurt. Always supervise him
or her when he or she is eating and offer your help only when asked to.

A lot of parents are worried that their children are not eating enough or that their daily menu is not too diverse
and he or she is not getting all the necessary substances. There are many books and tutorials, both in libraries
and online, that can show you step-by-step what, when and how much you should feed your toddler. Basically,
he or she can eat almost everything now, so you can give him or her the same things you eat, but there are
certain things you should keep in mind when feeding your child.

Toddlers usually need around 1,200 calories per day, more or less, depending on their size, age and
how active they are, so you have to make sure he or she gets the ideal amount of calories daily.
Do not worry if your child is not eating that much (all three meals). Two meals per day are great, as long
as he or she receives all his or her useful substances from these meals.
Your child is small, so his or her food portions should be small too. Serve him or her small portions and if
he or she is indeed a big eater or is still hungry, he or she will ask for more.
Variety is the key to a healthy nutrition. You are in charge of his or her diet, so include all sorts of foods,
from all categories: meat, grains, fruits and vegetables, dairy, and their favorite: sweets.
Your child might be over the baby phase, but milk is still vital for his or her growth. Calcium and vitamin D
are essential for strong bones. If he or she simply does not want to drink milk, he or she has to get his or
her calcium intake (about 500 milligrams per day), so find alternatives (broccoli, cereals, oranges, other
dairy products).
Not enough iron can lead to growth problems and even anemia, so make sure he or she also eats foods
that are rich in iron (around 7 mg daily), like meat, fish, grains, spinach, dried fruit or liver. Also, milk is
good, but if he or she drinks way too much, it can affect the absorption of iron by his or her organs.
Do not underestimate the importance of between-meal snacks. If your child cannot or refuses to eat an
important food type during his or her regular meal, substitute the lack of that particular food with a snack
with almost the same nutrients.
Do not refuse him or her when he or she desires to try something new everything new is exciting for
him, so do not deny him or her this pleasure.
If he or she does not want to eat, do not force it. Indeed, it is good to have an eating schedule for your
child, but sometimes he or she just does not want to. Do not worry, he or she will eventually get hungry
and ask you on his or her own to give him or her food. Do not make him or her finish everything on his or
her plate if he or she is not hungry anymore.
Introduce new foods to his or her diet. If he or she refuses, try again in a couple of days. He or she might
be willing to try it and find that he or she actually likes it.
Give him or her a little freedom. Make him or her feel independent and offer him or her some choices.
Ask him or her what he or she would like to eat and, if it is not an outrageous wish, offer it to him. Also,
do not forget delicious and healthy desserts.
Make sure he or she also drinks a lot of liquids, mainly water and milk. Fresh fruit juices are also a good
idea, but try to avoid other unhealthy juices, even if children usually like them a lot.
Remember that your child will imitate you, so you should have a balanced diet and good eating habits
too.
Try to have your meals together as a family, creating a relaxed, intimate atmosphere. It is the best

environment for you and your toddler.

As the parent, you have to make sure your child has a diverse and balanced diet, getting all the useful
minerals and vitamins so that he or she can grow big, strong and healthy. It should be your top priority, so put
a lot of thought and heart into this. Seeing him or her fully develop will be the most wonderful thing.

-14" aid="13V">Chapter 11: Dental Care Challenge Accepted

Now that your dear little one has more teeth, it is time to teach him or her the importance of oral hygiene. His
or her teeth are fragile, so he or she needs to take good care of them. He or she is still young, so you are in
charge of teaching him or her the right way to do so and you have to make sure he or she sticks to his or her
daily routine. Take good care of his or her cute little smile.

Your toddler is developing in every way, and his or her teeth are one by one making their appearance, too. To
protect his or her denture from any possible problem, you have to introduce him or her to proper dental care
and set a daily routine for him, making sure he or she respects it. He or she has a sweet smile, so protect that
smile.

You have to learn the basics of proper oral care for your child. Get him or her his or her own tools and start
this wonderful new chapter together.

Try to start the lesson about dental care as soon as possible. Good habits start early.
He is not fully developed yet, so he or she will need your help at first. It will take a bit longer before he or
she learns to do things on his or her own, so for the first years, you have to always be there to teach and
guide him.
He has to brush his or her teeth twice a day, in the morning, after his or her breakfast, and in the evening,
before going to bed. Be sure you get him or her a proper and soft toothbrush. To make this whole activity
more appealing to him, maybe even let him or her choose the brush. Remember to replace it every three
months or so.
Just as in all other areas, let him or her feel independent. He or she will obviously need your help, but let
him or her practice brushing on his or her own. In time, he or she will get the hang of it.
Make things fun! Maybe it seems boring for him or her to continuously brush his or her teeth for a couple
of minutes, so you could tell him or her a story, play a game or sing a song while he or she is brushing, to
make time flow quicker. Time flies when you are having fun, so this should be effective.
Be careful what kind of toothpaste you pick for your child. There are many fluoride-free products out
there, specially designed for children, with pleasant aromas he or she will probably swallow a bit of the
toothpaste for the first couple of months.
Teach him or her the right brushing techniques. It is up to you, which these are, but give him or her
demonstrations. He or she will learn faster this way.
Use floss and also pick one made for children.
Be careful what your little one eats and drinks. Avoid foods and beverages that can cause him or her
dental problems.
You should ask your pediatrician when you should take your little toddler to his or her first dentist
appointment, but usually that happens around his or her first birthday. The dentist will give you details
about what you should and should not do regarding your childs dental care. Make regular visits.
If your child does not like the idea of regularly brushing and flossing, you have to be firm with him. It is for
his or her own good and in time, he or she will realize that too.

Even though your toddler is small, he or she is perfectly capable of understanding how important oral hygiene
is. Teach him, guide him, and show him or her how it is done. Make sure that smile stays white and healthy!

-15" aid="169">Chapter 12: When You Cant Be with Your Toddler

In these modern times, many families require that both parents have a job, so sometimes it is impossible to
always be there for your little toddler. This is why you will try to analyze the situation and find the best
alternative, so that your child is always taken care of. It is hard to be away from him or her for even a couple of
hours, but if you know that someone professional and caring is there for him, you will accept the idea a lot
easier.

Here comes a hard step for all parents: going back to work. Feeling bad about this separation from your child
is natural. After all, you have been with him or her every single day since his or her birth, and now duty calls
and you have to find yourself a replacement. But how to choose correctly? Hiring a stranger to take care of
your loved one is probably not something you will be too comfortable, at least not at first.

There are many options for you out there either hire an at-home sitter or leave him or her at a daycare. You
just have to explore all your choices, make a list of the pros and cons and wisely choose the one that appeals
to you the most.

Another problem is how your child reacts. In a lucky case, he or she might be okay with the idea and even
enjoy a common daycare, where he or she will be surrounded by other children of his or her age. But he or
she might also react in a negative way, start to cry and yell and not want to be away from you any more than
you want that.

Here are some useful tips to help you and your kid get used to the idea of separation and for you to make the
best choice when it comes to your childs care.

You should get him or her used to your absence ahead of time. Try letting him or her spend some time at
some of your relatives, so he or she learns that nothing bad happens when you are not around. This way,
starting to go to a daycare will not be such a big transition for him.
Talk to him or her about daycare, tell him or her how fun it can be to play with other children, tell him or her
stories and maybe he or she will really like the idea.
Explore your options long before it is time to actually pick one. Visit daycare centers and interview some
nannies, so you can form a general impression of what is out there. For each option, make a list of the
things you liked and disliked and then compare lists. Focus on what your child needs the most so you can
make the best decision for him.
When you have actually decided on one of the daycares you have researched, take your child there for a
short visit to see if he or she can fit into the environment. Often you will find that not everything is how you
believed.
Do not let your child see you too emotional. If he or she sees you sad, he or she will think there is
something wrong with this whole situation and he or she will get anxious and sad too. So be calm, smile
and tell him or her you will soon be together again.
Whether you have opted for an at-home nanny or for a daycare facility, tell the person in charge anything
he or she needs to know about your child (what he or she likes to eat, if he or she has a special diet, any
allergies, etc.).
If your child starts crying, resist the temptation to cave in. If you do that, the next day will be even harder
to convince him or her to stay. He or she will get used to the atmosphere after you are gone and will soon
start enjoying himself.
Remember that he or she is being well taken care of. The people that will now take care of your child are
trained professionals, they have educated and groomed many children, and they will take care of yours
just as a loving parent would.

So during this dreadful moment of saying goodbye to your toddler, try to stay calm and think that it is the best
thing you can do for your family. You have picked the best alternative and he or she will be just fine. And when
your workday is over, you will see his or her little smile again.

-16" aid="18M">Chapter 13: Booboos Absolutely Unavoidable

Your child is at that curious age when he or she will want to grab everything, check every room and closet and
feel and taste everything they find. He or she will get injured a lot of times, mostly minor scratches or bumps,
but as a parent, you will be worried. You have to create a safe environment for him or her and learn that not
every little boo-boo is a tragedy.

Everything is dangerous for him or her at this age, because he or she will constantly get himself or herself into
trouble. You have to minimize his or her risks of being hurt by making your house and the outdoors safer for
him. Even so, he or she will clearly find a way to injure him or herself, but if you do things right, he or she will
only have small boo-boos. After all, a child without boo-boos is not a child.

Be careful with stairs. Never leave him or her alone close to a staircase; it is obviously very dangerous for
him.
Make sure your furniture pieces are well fixed to the ground and will not topple when your child attempts
to climb them.
Pay special attention to furniture corners and sharp edges; put special protective covers on them.
Your floors must not be slippery, so clean any spill right away.
Try not to leave your child alone for too long of a time, he or she can and will get into a little trouble.
Apply safety measures to every room in your house and also to your garden or back yard.
Keep small objects away from him, as he or she will be tempted to swallow them.
His plates and cups should be made of plastic.
Make sure his or her toys, games, equipment are safe for him or her to use. When playing outside, his or
her playground surface should be soft enough so that a potential fall will not hurt him or her as much.
Keep all toxic substances and medicine out of his or her reach. Little bottles and containers are very
attractive to children, so you want to keep them away. The same thing goes for lighters, matches or other
possible burn sources.
Your house has to have smoke detectors. Also, related to smoke, never smoke or let someone else
smoke in your childs presence.
Make sure all kitchen appliances are out of reach.
Never leave your toddler alone near water. An uncovered swimming pool or even the bathtub can be
causes for tragedies.
When children are crying because of a little accident, most of the times they are just acting out. Children
love attention and this is one of the ways to get it. In this case, you can try and distract him or her with a
toy or something else. You will be surprised by how fast he or she can get over his or her boo-boo.
Have your doctors number on speed-dial; you never know when something serious happens. For minor
accidents, always have a first-aid kit available.

No matter how safe you think your house is, never leave your child alone. Supervising him or her is the only
way to make sure nothing serious happens to him. He or she means the world to you and you want him or her
to be safe. His or her curiosity will get him or her into trouble, but you must always be there to prevent any
severe accidents. And when he or she gets a little boo-boo, kiss it and he or she will feel better.

-17" aid="1BA">Chapter 14: Growing-Up Time Going to Preschool

It is time! Your toddler is starting preschool this fall and this is a major event in both your lives. You will
probably feel sad that he or she is growing up, as well as proud. Encourage him or her in this important step in
his or her development and be there to support and help him.

It is going to be hard for the both of you. You know that this is a normal phase and you are excited for him, but
you also feel he or she will no longer need you that much. He or she will also be very proud of himself, since
he or she is becoming independent and entering society, but separation is hard for him or her too. Of course,
there are cases when toddlers do not want to start preschool at all. You have to make sure your child is ready
and willing to make this big step.

There are some tips to make sure he or she will be comfortable with the idea of preschool.

Start talking to him or her long before he or she has to start. Prepare him, tell him or her stories, detail the
fun he or she is going to have making new friends and learning new things. Use make-believe games to
get him or her ready for the actual thing.
Go out together and buy his or her preschool items, like a backpack, colored crayons and books and so
on. Let him or her choose what you buy and feel independent. He or she is starting preschool now, so he
or she has to make a lot of decisions by him or herself.
Reassure him or her that preschool is something normal for all children and that it will be good for his or
her development. Sing songs and read books about preschool to get him or her excited about it.
Take your toddler to visit the preschool in advance, to get comfortable with the environment there. Show
him or her that there is nothing to worry about; it is a fun and safe place with lots of toys, games and
learning possibilities.
Talk with your childs future teacher to make sure everything is okay. Explain everything he or she should
know about your child, such as allergies or special medication.
Talk to your child about her new routine: when he or she has to wake up, how is he or she going to get to
the preschool or when will you pick him or her up. He or she has to be prepared for this new phase.
If he or she is concerned about something, talk to him or her about it. Answer all his or her questions and
try to eliminate or at least minimize his or her fears. It is normal for him or her to be scared. After all, it is
something new and new things are both exciting and scary.
If your child is still scared about this transition, try to convince him or her it is good; let him or her take his
or her favorite toy with him or her or even a photo of you.
When the moment of separation comes, look happy! Perhaps you want to cry a bit too -- it is normal -- but
hold back on that. If your child sees you crying, he or she might think something is wrong with the place
and get nervous about being there. Smile; tell him or her you will see each other soon and that he or she
will have a lot of fun.

Congratulations! You now have a preschooler. Your little toddler has grown up, he or she is more independent
now; he or she is learning to fit in society, making new friends, learning new and wonderful things. In no time
you will see him or her off to college! These toddlerhood years, although pretty demanding, have been
probably the best, the years when you taught him or her the basics, he or she learned to walk and talk. You
have played together, learned songs and stories and other precious moments. These are the memories that
will forever be priceless!

-18" aid="1DB">Epilogue
Well, now you have reached the end of the book and you have gained a lot of useful tips and tricks to further
guide you in your journey of parenting a toddler. Everything you have learned with the help of this book can be
easily adapted to your parenting style.

What have you learned so far?

You now know the changes your child is going through, the new things he or she is learning and how he
or she is developing and you are prepared to help him or her better flourish.
You know how you should act as his or her only teacher at this age and how to nurture his or her interests
and creativity.
You have learned about the importance of his or her play and games, how you should encourage it and
how to pay attention to what kind of toys you get him.
You now have an idea about when your toddler is ready for toilet training and how to support him or her in
this important endeavor.
You can make sure he or she develops properly by getting all the necessary sleep and naps and you
know how to help him or her overcome the little nighttime accidents.

Getting your little one dressed will no longer feel like such a chore and you will both begin to enjoy this
activity.
You can get your child to learn discipline without making him or her think it is a bad and strict thing.
You have learned how to deal with health problems without panicking and how to better care for your
precious little one.
You can now better understand things related to his or her nutrition and see the feeding time as
something fun, not as a disaster.
Dental care will now be a part of your toddlers routine and something he or she really cares about.
You can now better analyze alternatives for the moments in which you cannot be with your beloved angel,
and learn to cope with this brief separation.
You can now make a safe environment for your toddler and learn to calmly deal with the little injuries he or
she might and will get.
And finally, you know when it is time to say goodbye to your toddler and welcome his or her new phase
the preschooler. They grow fast, dont they?

Use all these little tips and you will definitely do a great job. Whenever you are in need, remember this little
book as a friend that gives you a useful piece of advice, and is always there for you.

You just have to have confidence in yourself as a parent. Remember there is no template of an ideal parenting
style. You create your own style, and as long as you put love and care in your methods, nothing can go wrong.
Have no fear of disappointing your child, you are the most important being in the world for him, and you are his
or her teacher, his or her nurturer, his or her caregiver and his or her role model. He or she will always look up
to you and respect you for taking care of him or her and loving him or her the way you do. Lay the foundation
for the future adult your little toddler is going to be one day and watch him or her grow.

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