Toddler Tip of the Day

Introduce very soft food in small amount on tip of spoon before seven months, to accustom infant to its feel.

From: wccip.org

Tags: baby, food

Do not heat breast milk in a microwave; it will destroy the immunizing properties.

From: wccip.org

Tags: breastfeeding, nutrition, baby

Babies love the warmth and security of their own blanket. Choose one that is small enough that they can carry it around as a toddler.

From: likemom.com

Tags: sleep, baby

Your babies skin is very delicate. Be sure to choose all natural bath and skin care products that soothe and protect them. Keep lots of different creams and lotions on hand so when diaper rashes, dry skin and cradle cap appear you’ll be ready.

From: likemom.com

Tags: skincare, diaper, baby

Burp cloths are the perfect size for throwing over your shoulder to avoid mishaps. And there will be lots of mishaps! If you’re on a budget cloth diapers can be used as a substitute.

 From: likemom.com

Tags: baby

The best time to play with your baby is when he’s alert and relaxed. Watch your baby closely for signs of being tired or fussy so that you can take a break.

From: cdc.gov

Tags: playtime, baby, activity

Bring pocket wipes. Carry individually packaged antibacterial wipes in your pocket. I clean Little Miss’ hands before she eats, and when we return to the car.

From: thingamababy.com

Tags: cleaning, baby

Most little ones start babbling "mama" and "dada" by 1 year of age. By 15 months, your toddler probably knows several words and loves using them.

For many, "no" is a favorite because as they start getting into everything, "no" is a word they hear several times a day. By about 2 years, your toddler will be able to combine two words and say simple sentences like, "daddy home" and "me bye-bye.

From: toddlerstoday.com

Tags: baby, talking, age

Protect against frizz and static cling. If your toddler has curly hair, there’s a good chance that it may become wild or unruly in rainy or humid weather.

Straight hair can stick upwards or outwards in cold, dry weather. When the weather dictates, put some gel or baby oil in your toddler’s hair to keep it under control.

From: johnsonsbaby.com

Tags: hair, grooming, toddler, bath

By the time babies reach their first birthday they will have learned all the sounds needed to speak their native language.

From: kidshealth.org

Tags: language, babies