21 Apr · Linda Searles · No Comments

Toddler Self-care

When does your child begin to develop self-care (doing things for him/her self)? Watching your young child become independent can be “bitter sweet” but it is a crucial part of every child’s personal and social development. The first stirrings of independence can start as early as 8 months old. Your baby will begin to …

4 Apr · Linda Searles · No Comments

Potty Training – Ready-set-go!

Potty Training Ready-set-go! Start by maintaining a positive attitude and set your child up for success. Here are some steps to follow. 1. Place a potty chair in the bathroom or, initially where your child spends most of his/her time. You may have your child decorate the chair. Ask your child to sit on the chair …

8 Mar · Linda Searles · No Comments

Toddlers Nightmares or Night Terrors?

What is a Nightmare? If you child is a “good sleeper” and suddenly wakes up crying, and is clingy, scared and has trouble going back to sleep, she may be having a nightmare. Usually it happens in the second half of the night, when dreaming is most likely to occur. Why nightmares happen Toddler’s …

28 Feb · Linda Searles · No Comments

Toddler Temper Tantrums

“Oh Nooooo”-screaming toddler –mine!!! In the grocery store-everyone is looking at me as if I did something horrible to my sweet little child. Why kids have temper tantrums: Temper tantrums are a normal part of child development and are equally common in both girls and boys. Some children have temper tantrums often and some have …

23 Feb · Linda Searles · No Comments

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Physical Activity For Your Child Ages 3, 4, & 5 years

With today’s life styles most young kids are not moving enough. Yet the early years are critical, both for children’s physical and psychological growth and for developing lifelong healthy behaviours. More and more countries are developing physical activity guidelines for young children. The American Academy of Pediatrics and leading health and fitness organization all agree …

9 Jan · Linda Searles · No Comments

Toddler Exercise

According to the National Association of Sport and Physical education, your toddler should be logging a minimum of 30 minutes of structured exercise (a planned physical activity such as a game of kick ball or a tricycle ride) and at least one hour of unstructured exercise ( like a session of free play at the …

17 Dec · Linda Searles · No Comments

Exercising Your Baby? How much?

Feeding is the only exercise needed for an infant. Breathing, sucking and swallowing all at once is exercise. But you can add to this by taking our baby for a walk in a stroller, put your baby on the floor beside you and practice stretching, play, talk and cuddle your baby regularly and carry …

12 Dec · Linda Searles · No Comments

Milestones ages 13 months to 3 years

13-18 Month Milestones (Pathways Development chart) Motor Walks independently Squats to pick up a toy Stacks two objects Helps with getting dress/undressed Sensory Has a regular sleep schedule Is able to enjoy a wide variety of touch, noises, and smells Eats an increasing variety of foods Communication Combines sounds and gestures Imitate words and actions Consistently …

19 Nov · Linda Searles · No Comments

MILESTONES IN YOUR BABY’S DEVELOPMENT

MILESTONES IN YOUR BABY’S DEVELOPMENT These milestones in your baby’s development were taken from the Pathway’s web site. 6-9 Month Milestones Motor Sits and reaches for toys without falling Moves from tummy or back into sitting Creeps on hands and knees with alternate leg movement Uses both hands to explore toys Picks up head …

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