Parenting Column » Toddlers
Self-Feeding - Getting Your Baby to Eat Independently
Posted on April 27 2021
Your six-month old can start self-feeding with chunky strips, the progress to smaller bite-sized pieces as her motor skills improve. Once your baby can hold his/her head steady, sit up and swallow food, he/she can self-feed. Babies usually unlock this achievement around six to eight months. Signs that your...
Fear In Kids: An Age By Age Guide
Posted on April 20 2021
Even the bravest of brave will display fear at some point in their childhood. From separation anxiety, to real world disasters, to scary monsters, kids will go through a whole slew of fears from the time they are born all the way to adolescence. Some fears escalate to phobias,...
Teething and Good Dental Hygiene for Your Babies and Toddlers
Posted on April 15 2021
Most children get their baby teeth by three years old - soothe swollen gums with pacifiers, soothers, or teething biscuits. If you notice your baby drooling a lot, being more irritable than usual, chewing on solid objects and rubbing his/her face, he/she may be teething. He/she may also drink...
Walking Toddler Development Milestones
Posted on November 19 2020
Help your child achieve this milestone of walking, by strengthening his/her muscles in various parts of the body, with some motivation. Celebrate each of your child’s milestones from flipping over from her stomach to taking her first steps. Most babies start walking when they’re about 12 months old. Before...
Babyproofing Your Home - Keep Your Infants and Toddlers Safe
Posted on October 29 2020
Babyproof your home and keep your infants safe from the various hazards around the house, including the kitchen, bathroom and windows. Secure large items like the television to prevent it falling on your infant as he explores the home. Babyproof your home and keep dangerous and toxic items well...
Good Sleep Habits for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Posted on October 23 2020
Help your toddler and preschooler get the sleep they need by building and maintaining good sleep habits. Build good sleep habits for your toddlers and preschoolers so that they can have quality sleep. This boosts their mood, learning, and overall behavioural development. Children without enough sleep can have...
Pacifier - Benefits, Safety and Weaning
Posted on September 22 2020
Although pacifier use in infancy is encouraged, it's best to wean your child off the pacifier between two to four years old, or even earlier. Help your baby safely use a pacifier and then as he/she grows older, gradually reduce his/her reliance on it. While the pacifier can be...
Tips to Supervise Screen Time
Posted on September 16 2020
Balance your child's day with an appropriate amount of safe, parent-supervised screen time, physical activity and sleep. Supervise your child’s screen time to ensure they’re viewing only age-appropriate content. As we spend more time at home during Phase 2 post-Circuit Breaker, here are some guidelines for your little ones regarding...
Sustainable Options for your Little One
Posted on September 04 2020
Looking for natural, sustainable options for your little ones? Here are our top picks to suit your lifestyle. Reduce your environmental footprint with these sustainable options. Ranging from wood, bamboo, and recycled plastic choices, these include clothes, toys, cutlery and utensils, as well as durable, long-lasting items such as cots,...
Car Seats - All You Need to Know and Where to Get Them
Posted on September 01 2020
Learn all about newborn car seats, how to correctly install them, and which are compatible with strollers for a full travel system. Little ones can be safe during their car journeys with properly installed car seats - keep them in a rear-facing configuration as long as possible. Keep your little...
Discipline for Toddlers and Preschoolers in a Healthy Way
Posted on July 13 2020
Help your children manage their emotions within safe limits and in a healthy way. Set healthy rules and limits to discipline your children, while creating a safe environment for your kids to manage their overwhelming emotions. As your little ones grow and assert their increasing independence, they will also...
Activity Sets for Your Toddlers to Learn While Playing
Posted on June 22 2020
Your toddlers can develop important skills with activity sets, books and toys. Encourage your toddlers to develop various important skills in their lives with these fun activity sets, books and toys to have fun while learning. As your children enter toddlerhood, start them on a fun learning journey so...
Potty Training Your Kids Quickly and Efficiently
Posted on May 29 2020
Help your child graduate from diaper wearing with these potty training essentials and tips. Start your child on his/her diaper-free journey with potty training, using positive reinforcement to make this a quick and effective process. Once your child shows signs of being ready for potty training, set aside a...
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