Toddler Crying & Comfort

It is perfectly normal for your toddler to run a fever when her body is trying to fight off an illness. But when fevers persist or continue to rise even after she has received a fever-reducing...

A deeply stressful or scary experience such as a car accident, fire, crime, death of a loved one, sudden illness, violence or abuse challenges a toddler's sense of security. Left untreated, these...

Ear infections are very common in toddlers and are caused by bacteria or a virus. The infections happen when liquid builds up behind the eardrum. Because it is dark and warm there, germs grow and...

When your toddler is sick, your first priority is making him feel better. That can mean reducing his symptoms, giving him medicine or simply comforting him with your presence and helping him...

Having an earache is a common problem for children. There are many things you can do to prevent and cure an earache before it turns into an ear infection. Many parents are aware that it is hard...

Making your own teething cookies is really easy. The best part is, you know what's in them, unlike store bought. This recipe makes sure the cookies don't crumble into chunks so you don't have to...

Calcium stains in the bathtub are usually due to hard water and can be difficult to remove. Cleaning with soap and water or even scrubbing with a brush doesn't seem to have much of an effect on...

Many parents realize the value of carrying babies frequently and keeping them close, as it keeps babies and toddlers safe and content. For a toddler, sitting on a parent's hip is the perfect place...

Your toddler just came to you crying. Holding his hand in an upright position, you notice that he has a splinter in his finger. Below are steps detailing how to remove a splinter from your...

Transitioning your toddler from baby food to real people food can have the unintended side effect of constipation. Often this problem can be cured by changing your child's diet. The following are...

If you're thinking about getting rid of your toddler's pacifier, binky or whatever your family calls that oral soothing device, you should find the following suggestions helpful during this...

Learning how to treat toddler allergies is a must when your little one begins to suffer with allergy symptoms. Toddler allergies are never nice to witness. However, with the correct information,...

Dealing with a toddler with a sore throat is challenging. Many times sore throats are caused by run-of-the-mill viruses that will clear up on their own, but it is important to make sure your...

When my at the time 13 mo old daughter started climbing out of her crib I fretted about what I was going to do because she's not a child who likes change. However she is a child who likes her...

Pacifiers can be a great comfort to both babies and parents. After 6 months many believe pacifiers are more of a preference than a need. Here's how you can gradually wean your baby off pacifiers...

Babies only know that once you leave the room you are gone. They don't have the rational understanding that you are just in the next room. Once your loving presence walks out of the room, to that...

Toddlers can be hard to understand. They are at the stage where they are not a baby, but they may not be able to tell you exactly what they want. With a few key steps, you can make your toddler...

A stomach virus in a toddler can be a scary thing for both the toddler, who doesn't understand why her tummy hurts, and the parents, who may feel helpless in the face of their child's vomiting and...

When a parent of a toddler hears the cough of their child in the middle of the night, it can be a cause for great concern. However, parents have learned how to ease the cough and comfort their...

If your toddler has a cold or allergies and is irritable, restless, or otherwise difficult to manage, it may be because he has a stuffy nose. Nasal congestion is a common symptom in toddlers and...

Most babies begin teething between 6 and 7 months of age and will continue to teeth until they are between the ages of 2 to 3 years. During this period of time, your child may exhibit a wide range...

Is your child afraid of those scary monsters under the bed? In the closet? Hiding behind the door? Well, they need not fear! Here is the easiest way to rid them...and leave the room smelling...

We've all seen a face-down flopping toddler at the grocery store: here are some tips for coping when YOUR child is the one flopping!

Constipation is the inability to pass stools. Children who are constipated will often say they have to go and will appear to have an urgent need to do so. They might complain of discomfort in...

Does your toddler or baby cry and not want to go to sleep at night? Does your child wake up often at night and have trouble going back to sleep? If so, here are a few helpful hints that may help...

During cold season the snot flow from your toddler's nose can get intense and most little ones can't stand to have their noses wiped. In dry climates and houses, this can lead to a really...

If you’re trying to wean your toddler from breastfeeding, you may be having a very difficult time. After all, your toddler has gotten used to the nurturing that he has gotten from nursing and you...

A toddler whining for everything can really drive a parent up the wall. They whine for what they want and they whine for what they don’t get. If you have a toddler who likes to whine all the time,...

Dealing with a fussy toddle is no easy task. However, there are some simple behavioral techniques you can do use to help you and your toddler.

Soothers, also known as pacifiers, are artificial nipples given to small children or infants to suck on. They provide physical and psychological comfort to a fussy baby. Soothers are often used to...

Constipated babies, just like constipated adults, are uncomfortable and crabby. They show their displeasure with inconsolable crying. If you can't get your baby to stop crying, then he or she may...

How can a kid continue to sob after you press a cute ice-filled boo-boo bunny on a scrape? Making these little ice-bearing terrycloth creatures only takes a few creative folds. Use washcloths in...

Pacifiers: You can't live with them, you can't live without them. A pacifier is a wonderful tool when it comes to comforting a baby, but it becomes an annoying habit during the toddler years. By...

Even the toughest kids and toddlers are afraid of shots. Ease their pain and minimize their trauma using the tools available to you.

Toddler years are tough for parents and their kids. You may be struggling with your sanity, but toddlers struggle too. It's easy for a toddler to get overwhelmed by a steady stream of...

Babies are born with a strong need to suck. Their sucking fulfills two needs--it is how they learn to eat and it is how they comfort themselves. Because the sucking reflex is so comforting to...

When a young child’s fever reaches 102 degrees Fahrenheit, it can signal a red flag in a parent's head to do everything to lower it. These no-nonsense steps will help you reduce your...

"Mommeeeeeee! Ba ba!" It's the third bottle already today for your two year old, and it isn't even lunch time yet. Did you wait too long to take the bottle away? Is she ready to give...

One of the most frustrating parts of parenting a young child is figuring out her needs. Until around the age of two, a child's only communication is through crying. It’s up to the caregiver to...

Before heading out the door with your toddler on a cold winters day it is important to make sure he is dressed properly for the weather. Dressing your toddler properly for cold weather is a great...

Babies and toddlers suffer from teething. It is a hard period for parents, too. It's not easy to take care of a teething toddler. They get irritated and fussy, and you often don't know how to make...

A pacifier can be a great tool for calming a newborn baby. However, as the baby becomes a toddler, it's time to break the habit of sucking on a pacifier. Although the child may resist at first, it...

Make vaccination time and visiting the pediatrician seem routine. If you're relaxed, your child will be relaxed.