Toddler Clinic
The toddler years are fantastic. Your baby has transformed into a tottering, toddling bundle of energy. You’ll notice their words becoming more defined and linking together to make coherent instructions. They’ll be rushing, running and probably falling and crashing as they refine their motor skills. And playtime takes on a whole new dimension with fantasy worlds and make-believe friends.
You’ll also have heard the expression “Terrible Twos” (and Terrible threes or fours for most) where your every suggestion will be challenged, demands will have to be met immedately for fear of instant meltdown, and your once “foodie” baby eyes your cottage pie suspiciously for signs of hidden vegetables. But it’s also a time for you to have fun together. And through many day-to-day experiences you'll guide the development of their character, build their confidence, instill some social niceties and help them on their way to making friends.
Toddler Health
Guide to rashes Small children get rashes all the time. Often they are just a passing irritation caused by getting too hot or sweaty, but sometimes they are a sign of something you should get checked out.
Feeding
Encouraging adventurous toddler tastes
Small children can develop obsessive food habits &...
Playing
Dressing up
Dressing up is one of the best ways for your toddl...
Development
Signs your child is ready to potty train
Tips on behaviour that signal a move from nappies.
Development
Babies and books
It’s never too early to stimulate a love of ...
Childcare
Finding a nanny
Whether you are returning to work or need extra help around the house to look after your toddler, a nanny can be the best option, if you can afford one.
First Aid
Sunburn and Heat Exhaustion - what to do and when to seek help!
This wonderful weather is great, but it is extremely easy to overdo it. The sun’s UV rays can quickly damage children’s skin, even on a cloudy day. Fair skinned people and children burn particularly easily, but absolutely anyone can damage their skin in the sun.
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