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Breath holding in babies and toddlers
By Sarah Lawson on 13/11/2006 01:03:02
Shock, anger or frustration can sometimes lead to breath-holding. In smaller children, the reaction is genuine, older toddlers may be doing it for effect. How can you read the signs?
is usually brought about as a reaction to a toddler not getting their own way.Toddlers who hold their breathEven though a child may learn to play by the rules, until they are at least three years old, they cannot begin to truly understand cause and effect
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Book review: Toddler Gym
By Sarah Lawson on 23/06/2006 01:52:20
Peter Walker is a champion of baby massage, but that link between physical well being and fun can be taken into toddlerhood.
Toddler Gym by Peter Walker Illustrated, step by step guide to encourage exercises, activities and games for movement, posture and balance, even in the very youngThe pictures and design look a little dated but don't let that put you off Features
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Free and cheap things to do with baby and toddler
By Sarah Lawson on 19/01/2007 01:41:42
Even sitting in cafes with your baby group costs money! But there are lots of lovely craft, singing and book-related events suitable for babies, toddlers and children, that are free or low-cost.
parents having to be experts in children’s literature, but instead include drumming and craft sessions for children, rhymetime for toddlers, and even bounce and sing sessions with babies.These are always very informal and inclusive, and getting children
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Halloween fun for babies and toddlers
By Sarah Lawson on 23/10/2007 01:56:54
Just because they're too young for trick-or-treat, little ones can still get in on the pumpkin party!
babies and toddlers up warm on October 31, and bear in mind that some children, like pets, don't like unexpected loud noises or flashes from things like fireworks.
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Toddler hygiene with Kandoo
By Sarah Lawson on 10/05/2007 01:50:47
Pampers' Kandoo wipes for toilet training and beyond, now come with stickers to remind your little one to wash and brush!
Once your child is potty-trained, you quickly appreciate the value of wipes rather than toilet roll for those ‘heavy duty’ toilet visits. Young children just don’t seem to be able to get themselves clean enough with dry loo roll!You can start to use the wipes you had for nappy ch...
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Baby and toddler dental health
By Sarah Lawson on 14/10/2009 01:19:29
Long before your child's permanent teeth appear, good dental care is essential
When babies give us a gummy smile, it's easy to think that we don't need to worry about their dental care beyond helping them get through teething without too many tears. However, there's a lot you can be doing to help the long-term health of your child's teeth and ultimately kee...
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Mookie Steer n Grow trike
By Sarah Lawson on 01/08/2006 16:41:58
A great first bike experience for toddlers with the safety of three wheels and a handle for parents to guide the direction and speed.
Once your baby is on the move, speed becomes a big deal! Whether it's crawling at a rate of knots or toddling speedily towards a big scary duck pond. But usually, the joys of bike-riding have to wait until they're a lot older.However, you might have seen other parents out and abo...
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Review: The Gina Ford Cook Book
By Sarah Lawson on 05/07/2006 01:30:51
Gina Ford's Baby & Toddler Cook Book includes over 100 recipes that are easy to prepare and usually freezeable - ideal for busy homes.
The Gina Ford Baby & Toddler Cook Book by Gina Ford Lots of recipes that are easy to prepare and suitable for freezingLots of meat and fish, but mostly pasta and side dishes for veggies Features: Simple recipes broken into steps, with a guide
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Review: Big Red Bath
By Sarah Lawson on 31/05/2007 01:40:27
A lovely boardbook for toddlers who need persuading that bathtime can be fun
repackaged as a boardbook (where the pages are much thicker), making it ideal to share with babies and young toddlers just at that point where they are beginning to grizzle about bathtime. (Check out ThinkBaby's article on toddlers who won't bathe for more
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Hauck's new Disney Trike
By Sarah Lawson on 06/08/2008 01:43:02
Get a Pooh or Princess tricycle for toddler days out this summer
Getting your toddler used to the thrill of being on his or her own set of wheels is a real joy in summer. But if your child isn't quite ready for learning to ride on two wheels yet, a tricycle is a wonderful way of giving him or her independence
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