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...children get through teething with only minor discomfort. many have extreme discomfort along with a host of other symptoms. your child is teething if you notice incessant drooling, swollen sensitive...

what's the best way to teach my toddler table manners? how to teach your child the correct way to behave at the table during mealtimes when you witness your toddler happily emptying his bowl of food...

what do i do if my toddler doesn't like swimming and water play? how to help your child enjoy the water and most importantly to ensure their safety although water play is a really great way for your...

...child comes out with a swear word once, but i can assure you it won’t be when it becomes a regular occurrence! make sure that your toddler understands that these are bad words, and apologise for...

...child is different. the average child will be potty trained by age 3 and most parents start around age 2. the following steps will help you in the process: • determine if your child is ready...

...children learn many things through imitation, so letting your son see his parents using the toilet is a great way to start. your son may point out the “mum” uses the potty differently from...

...child to hospital right away if: • your toddler’s wound will not stop bleeding after applying pressure for about ten minutes • the object that caused the wound is rusty or dirty &bull...

how can i choose a good nanny? a few tips for ensuring that you choose the best nanny for your child choosing the right nanny for your child is a very important decision and should not be taken...

how can i tell if a crèche is good? here are some points to take into consideration when taking the time to choose the best crèche for your child. selecting a good crèche takes time and...

...child’s safety and happiness. choosing a crèche is a very difficult decision that takes time and effort. like any other business, there will be crèches that are questionable at...

how do i help my toddler overcome his shyness? shyness won’t hold your child back in life but they will need a lot of encouragement from time to time you might feel that, because your toddler...

...child is getting plenty of fluids that help with constipation. water, prune juice and diluted fruit juices work best. it’s best to cut back on dairy products if there is constipation. honey is...

does my toddler need to wear sunglasses? anyone who spends time in the sun, even toddlers, should be wearing sunglasses to protect their eyes. ideally, if your child is going to be in the sun, then he...

should i worry that my two year old mispronounces words? encourage your child to pronounce word correctly without knocking their confidence when they can’t. it is quite normal for a two year old...

should i worry about my toddler's comfort habits? most young children have comfort objects, or even rituals that they use to self soothe. you’ve probably noticed your baby or toddler has some...

...child will not understand what you mean. it’s a better idea to rather start practising for later on. rather than trying to explain to your baby why she should not do something, distract her from...

discipline: how can i make sure that i am being consistent? having rules and responsibility is important to your child’s development – not a punishment! make sure they have some, and...

my toddler is scared to run and jump. how can i encourage her? having a little friend, who loves jumping and running, with your child at the park, will encourage them to join in and do the same. most...

does quality crèche care give kids any advantages? sending your child to a crèche can really benefit them in their development the advantages of using a quality crèche are numerous to...

using the potty: should i offer rewards? how to encourage your child to use the potty with rewards rewarding a child for their success works, but you must be careful using this technique. all children...