Toddler Tip of the Day

Reward cooperative and non-aggressive behaviour with a hug.
From: Children, Youth and Women’s Health Service

When you are cooking, be sure to always turn pot handles to the inside so that your baby can’t accidentally grab a handle and pour the hot contents of the pot on himself.
From: essortment.com

The most commmon poisons for small children are Cosmetics, Cleaning Substances, Pain Medicine, Coins, Thermometers, Plants, Diaper Care products, Cough/Cold Medicines, Pesticides and Vitamins.
From: OurChildrensWellness.net

Photograph babies when they are the most alert. Just after nap time works well. Be patient and wait for the moment when their eyes go wide.
From: TakeGreatPictures.com

To set colors when washing new clothes for the first time, add half a cup of white vinegar and half a cup of salt once the water is in. Wash with regular laundry detergent in cold water.
Always wash new clothes for your child before he wears them for the first time to remove any chemicals used in the manufacturing process.
From: MomCentral.com

Child Safety First, check toys often for loose or broken parts.
From: CDC: Child Development

Use cheap coffee filters to line the potty and then just dump it in the commode after use. This way the potty is always clean
From: MomsOntheMove.com

Use age-appropriate discipline: distraction, reasonable limits, redirection. Don’t unwittingly teach your toddler that might makes right by spanking her. And if you yell at her, you’re teaching her by example that tantrums are ok.
From: YourParentingsSolutions.com

If your child is unable or unwilling to tip up a sip cup try a reusable straw drink container. Small children tend to suck more readily than tip up a cup and this will encourage less bottle use! -
From: MomsOntheMove.com

When kids are learning to speak try using nursery rhymes. Nursery rhymes appeal to kids because they are simple, lyrical and rhyme. Use rymes like patty-cake and peas porridge hot and rub-dub-dub.
From: Families.com