Toddler Tip of the Day

Check outdoor playground equipment. Make sure there are no loose parts or sharp edges.
From: CDC: Child Development

When brushing a toddler’s teeth, brush his tongue as well (if he’ll let you) to dislodge the bacteria that can cause bad breath.
From: BabyCenter.com

It’s okay to be silly with your child. Just because you are the adult doesn’t mean that you can’t have fun too! After you start the sillies, you won’t have to think of what to do next, the fun will follow.
From: ToddlerToddler.com

When bullies are scolded, labeled, and punished, it proves to them that they really are mean people and deserve to suffer. Discouraged and angry, they get revenge on their favorite victim for getting them in trouble. Nonviolent alternatives give them a way out.
From: Partnershipforlearning.org

Everyone Poops The classic potty books.
From: Lil’ Fingers Storybooks and Games

Do not place hot fluids on tablecloths in case the child pulls on the tablecloth.
From: ParentingToddlers.com

The best thing you can do when trying to improve hand-eye coordination with your child is to let your child play with the toys on her own.

You may feel the urge to show your child how it works. But part of the fun with hand-eye toys is figuring out how they fit together and work.
From: essortment.com

Your empathy and acceptance helps your child accept her emotions
From: YourParentingsSolutions.com

After mealtime while your child is still in the high chair - give them a warm washcloth to play with and you’ll be amazed at how much they will have cleaned themselves up after about 10 minutes of playing with it!
From: MomsOnTheMove.com

Instead of filling Easter baskets with chocolate or marshmallow candy fill them with fruits and cookies. You can bake natural cookies at home that taste yummy.
From: healthymom-healthyfamily.blogspot.com