Toddler Behavior

LOL...Yup, as parent's or caregivers, we've ALL been there. Dealing with a child who is throwing a tempter tantrum can be extremely stressful. Repeated temper tantrums can make even the most laid...

Somethings just can't be tolerated. And hitting, biting, and pushing are some of them. How do you control these impulsive behaviors? How do you get your child to use their hands and mouth for...

Biting, hitting and pulling hair are often ways children, especially toddlers, deal with their frustration. It is very common for children to experience hair pulling in daycare since there are...

A tantrum can make a parent wish they had a cloak of invisibility or a magic wand. Throwing a tantrum is so common around the age of two that this phase is often called the “terrible two’s,”...

Is it time to give up the binky? Dr. Patricia Dickenson share advice as well as her personal experience in this article about "How to stop your toddler from using the pacifier".

Kids will test your boundaries every chance they get to determine how much you will let them get away with. They will defy you, fib and sneak to see what works and what doesn't. Your job as a...

When your toddler starts nail biting it could be due to something as simple as boredom or there could be an underlying compulsive behavior disorder. Biting nails typically does not cause any...

Everyone has feelings and emotions. It’s by virtue of the feelings that we have or don’t have that we’re able or unable to live and enjoy life. But whether we actually feel our feelings or not...

Toddlers are always trying to test their limits, and many try this when buckling them up. They do not yet grasp the importance of being buckled up in the car and will try to be free so they can...

Changing a toddler diaper can be a whole different monster than changing a newborn or infant diaper. For one, toddlers are mobile and don't want to sit still for long. Here's how to change a...

Talking with your child about an impending divorce does not have to be a traumatic event. Children are resilient, especially during the toddler and elementary school ages. If your 3-year-old is...

My one year old is constantly climbing on the table, the chairs, the coffee table and anything else she get her little legs on. I remove her from the dining room table at least ten times a day. I...

The late afternoon can be a difficult time for families. You're picking up a child from day care, getting home, cooking dinner and trying to settle in for the evening. It's particularly difficult...

In this "how to" article Dr. Patricia Dickenson will discuss why toddlers hit and what parents can do to deal with a toddler who is hitting.

Raising a 2 year old is fun and exhausting at the same time as they go from experiencing joy and laughter to frustration and anger very quickly. The ups and downs can quickly wear out parents and...

Oh the heavenly stages of fit throwing. The terrible two’s, the terrible three’s, they can all be terrible when you don’t quite know how to handle them. New moms are often left feeling hopeless as...

Sleeping should feel great for your toddler. Unfortunately, it is usually a struggle getting your little one to bed. Putting a toddler to bed can be a nightmare for a parent. Make bed time...

Disciplining a toddler is difficult and time consuming. Sometimes you, the parent, need a "time out" to cool down and pull yourself together. Here is a way to get your child to go to...

Are you a bit embarrassed that your toddler still sucks his/her pacifier? Or maybe your baby wakes up in the night screaming because he/she lost the pacifier in the crib and needs you to find it?...

Teaching children can be a very tricky skill to master. A toddler is not going to always obey, or follow the rules expected. With my steps, I have all faith that within just a couple weeks, your...

Almost everyone with children has dealt with discipline at one time or another. When you have a toddler, it can be confusing to know when they are ready to take responsibility for some of their...

As soon as children learn about free will they will use it. Here is a guide to some clever tactics for keeping your toddler or preschooler in line which will help you to stay sane.

Quieting a toddler, while riding in the car can be very frustrating for parents. here are three ways to keep your toddler quiet while riding in the car.

Do you have one of those lovely children who wants to be with you in the middle of the night? Have you not have a decent night sleep since you brought your little bundle of joy home? Does your...

At the toddler age, sensory learning is the primary way children discover and learn. Because of this, biting can be very common, and most children have bitten at one time or another. Many children...

You will learn how to raise your child's self esteem and sense of self worth, at a sub-conscious level.

We all ask This question when our little one is between the age of 1 and 2 years old! The questions to ask your self is: Are they trying to climb out of their crib? Are they interested more in...

Cutting a toddler's hair tends to be somewhat difficult, since toddlers are easily excitable by nature and like to move around whenever the urge strikes. With a little bit of forethought and...

There are several causes of excessive urination in toddlers, including some serious medical conditions. If your toddler is experiencing frequent urination, it is important to be aware of any other...

For even the most patient parents, convincing little kids to get dressed can be very challenging. While they may be small, it's not uncommon for kids to be as stubborn and resistant as the most...

This article is going to give you a great idea for getting your toddler to take a bath and wash their hair without a fuss! They will actually have fun and enjoy bathtime!

Pacifier, choochies, binkies, boppies, whatever you call it, they are great to use to quiet and comfort our young babies, but what happens when the child is about a two and a half years old and...

When you are a stay at home mom rainy days can be tough. It is difficult enough to spend so much time in the house but even more so when you can't get out and get some fresh air. It is best to...

Some toddlers bite and it is normal. We know it isn't acceptable for our children to bite others so here are some ways to try to deter them from this action.

For many parents, getting a toddler to sleep and use the toilet independently can be a trying time. Though Elizabeth Pantley--author of several parenting books--says that 98 percent of children...

Every child will have moments where he acts out, gets fidgety, or forgets to do something he was just told to do. While these behaviors are normally present in all children, they can also indicate...

Taking a toddler to dinner requires some advanced planning and a lot of patients.

Everyone likes polite children, but sometimes politeness doesn’t seem to come naturally. Teaching toddlers the beginnings of polite behavior – saying please and thank you – is usually very simple.

Anyone that has a tantrumming toddler knows the embarrassment and difficulty in not giving into them, just to make them stop. Did you know you can stop these tantrums with just a few tricks?

When it came time for my baby girl to have surgery, I was pieces. I had no clue what to do, what not to do, or even how to handle things. It may have been one surgery, but I am more prepared then...

A little preparation is all you need to enjoy a shopping trip with your young child.

Effective child discipline requires the parent to practice an even stricter self-discipline. In this article you will learn how to effectively discipline your three - six year old child. The...

Toddlers are notorious for pushing behavioral boundaries; there are almost limitless ways a child can be defiant or whiny. It's a parent's job to set limits while still encouraging your child to...

Teaching manners to your toddler can be a challenge for any new mom. I have found that the easiest method, is to practice what I preach. Toddlers are very impressionable people, and with a...

Ok, maybe not his whole day, but at least an hour or two! As it turns out, ruining a toddler's day is VERY EASY to do. Most moms are able to do it without any instruction at all. Simply tell him...

The toddler years are a time for great joy and learning and at the same time, it is a time of frustrations and tantrums. Children from 1 – 4 are learning so much in such a short amount of time...

Whether at the supermarket, or the clothing store or even at home or at the park, here is a calm approach to dealing with a toddler tantrum.

There's no time like the present to teach young children to help out with chores. Everyone wants to raise their children to be responsible, organized, independent adults. The younger you start...

Toddlers are in the awkward position of learning so much but being able to do so little. This leads to many misunderstandings and disputes in the household and many tears will be shed, possibly by...

As toddlers explore and learn about the world, parents must set boundaries and guide them along the way. It is important for parents to establish reasonable boundaries for toddlers. Young children...