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how can i tell if my toddler has a serious throat infection, or just a regular sore throat? telltale signs and symptoms of a throat infection most children will get a sore throat at some time or...

...children who drool or talk in their sleep are likely to grind their teeth, for instance, as are those who have malocclusion or teeth that don’t line up quite right. then there is anxiety, as...

spanking and discipline the old fashioned way ... does it work? most parents will resort to using threats to discipline their children. this tactic is not effective and does not each your child...

should i give my toddler a bath to lower his fever? a cold bath can actually do more harm than good to a feverish child. when your child gets a fever, particularly if it’s a very high one, a...

...child’s newfound defiance. offering your child choices is the best way to battle the “no’s”. instead of telling her to pick up her toys, ask her, “do you want to pick up...

how do i tell whether my toddler has a vision problem? vision problems in young children are difficult to diagnose but there are signs you can look out for. when your child is a toddler, they’re...

puncture wound: what should i do? how to treat your child’s puncture wound and when to seek medical attention if your child receives a puncture wound, the first thing you should do is wash your...

is it true that kids in crèche get sick more than kids that stay home? children who attend crèche early on do have a higher risk of illness than their stay at home counterparts, but this is...

encouraging imagination and creativity: how do i do it? your child’s imagination is not only a source of fun – it’s one of his or her most important early learning tools. you may...

how can i tell if my toddler is happy, and what do i do if they are not? for toddlers, as with older children and adults, happiness comes from inside, not from outside. many parents worry about...

...child does happen to be the quieter type, then it’s up to you to get him moving. play games of tag in the back yard, or have a race in the park. take them to playgrounds where it’s safe to...

...child of that age. in fact, when a group of toddlers play together, you are likely to see more than one trying to yank a toy away from another child, shouting ‘mine!’ this kind of...

...child! if your toddler is very young still, the best idea is to get him or her used to the idea gradually. buy books that have babies in them, or take him or her to visit a friend or relative who has...

how can i get my toddler to walk more? although toddlers can walk, it may not be the easiest or most comfortable option for them. if your child has already learned to walk, you may be wondering why...

how can i help my toddler to learn writing skills? how to teach your toddler to write from a very early age writing, like every other skill your child has learned, and will have to learn, is something...

...child to become independent. learning to turn the pedals and steer in the right direction. some tricycles have adjustable seats, or a push handle for mom or dad when she is just too tired to pedal...

...children and toddlers get tonsillitis, sometimes more than once. that’s because the tonsils, which are actually almond shaped lymph nodes, found in the throat, can sometimes get infected, and...

...child is missing out on important vitamins and minerals, try disguising foods that she’s decided not to eat. pour cheese sauce over vegetables, or add them to a homemade pizza. dress up milk by...

should i buy a play pen? modern play pens are versatile, lightweight, sturdy and visually appealing. having a play pen for your child is very convenient for you and provides a safe, contained...

...child with you to the store when choosing a high chair. put your child in the demonstration model chair and find out how easy or difficult it is to strap them in place and adjust the harnesses and toy...