Toddler Tip of the Day

Thank you notes are important social skill builders.

Children actually enjoy writing thank you cards when they have fun note cards or when they’re producing thank yous on the computer and printing on decorative paper.

 A very special addition to thank yous is to include a photo of the event that includes both the birthday boy or girl and the thank you note recipient.

From: kidsource.com

Tags: parenting, party

When decorating a toddler’s bedroom choose a paint that can be easily cleaned with soap and water to reduce the number of times you’ll need to spend re-painting.

From: ezinearticles.com

Tags: decorating

The toddler years are the time to begin instilling values, reasoning, and incentives in the child, so that they learn accepted rules of behavior.

It is important for parents to be consistent both in modeling behavior (behaving the way you want your child to behave), and in addressing appropriate versus inappropriate behavior in the child.

Positive behavior should be recognized and rewarded. Time-out may be introduced for negative behavior, or for going beyond the limits you set for your child.

From: about.com

Tags: parenting, behavior

Talk to your toddler/child about what they and you are doing. Keeping up a steady stream of narration helps support their language development.

From: thecutekid.com

Tags: parenting

This sounds very simple and almost obvious, but with today’s busy schedule of usually both parents working full time or single parent households, it is important to put time aside weekly (if not daily at dinner) for one on one time or family time.

From: education.com

Tags: time, parenting

Kindle is one of the most exciting apps for the iPhone, Kindle lets you easily bring along most any book or magazine for you and your kids to enjoy on the go.

From: pcmag.com

Tags: parenting, technology

Every time your toddler succeeded in using the potty, celebrate and make him / her feel good about the achievement. The child will feel encouraged to "repeat" the performance.

From: ezinearticles.com

Tags: temperament, parenting

Be a positive role model. If you’re practicing healthy habits, it’s a lot easier to convince children to do the same.

From: americanheart.org

Tags: parenting, role model

Babies scream, toddlers pout, and parents can often lose their minds. Since the sound of crickets chirping has the same relaxing effect on children as it does on adults, White Noise is perfect for taking things down a notch.

The portable calming solution is available as a free limited download (complete with rainstorm, ocean, fireplace, and five other soothing sounds) and can put peace at your fingertips.

From: pcmag.com

Tags: parenting, iphone

It is important to let your kids know you are always there for them no matter what the subject is.

From: education.com

Tags: parenting