{"id":980,"date":"2016-07-01T13:18:13","date_gmt":"2016-07-01T17:18:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/007.488.myftpupload.com\/?page_id=980"},"modified":"2021-01-23T00:53:01","modified_gmt":"2021-01-23T00:53:01","slug":"toddlers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/peopleil.wwwls25.a2hosted.com\/CHAPIN\/for-parents\/toddlers\/","title":{"rendered":"Toddlers"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][vc_raw_html]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[\/vc_raw_html][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][vc_raw_html]JTNDZm9ybSUyMG5hbWUlM0QlMjJQb3J0YWwlMjIlMjBtZXRob2QlMjAlM0QlMjAlMjJwb3N0JTIyJTIwYWN0aW9uJTIwJTNEJTIwJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZjaGFwaW5wZWRpYXRyaWNzLmZvbGxvd215aGVhbHRoLmNvbSUyRiUyMiUzRSUzQ2lucHV0JTIwY2xhc3MlM0QlMjJwYXlfaW52b2ljZSUyMiUyMHR5cGUlMjAlM0QlMjAlMjJzdWJtaXQlMjIlMjB2YWx1ZSUyMCUzRCUyMCUyMkFjY291bnQlMjBMb2clMjBJbiUyMiUyMCUyRiUzRSUyMCUzQyUyRmZvcm0lM0U=[\/vc_raw_html][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][vc_raw_html]JTNDZm9ybSUyMG5hbWUlM0QlMjJDb250YWN0LVVzJTIyJTIwbWV0aG9kJTIwJTNEJTIwJTIycG9zdCUyMiUyMGFjdGlvbiUyMCUzRCUyMCUyMmh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGY2hhcGlucGVkaWF0cmljcy5jb20lMkZjb250YWN0LXVzJTJGJTIyJTNFJTIwJTNDaW5wdXQlMjBjbGFzcyUzRCUyMnBheV9pbnZvaWNlJTIyJTIwdHlwZSUyMCUzRCUyMCUyMnN1Ym1pdCUyMiUyMHZhbHVlJTIwJTNEJTIwJTIyQ29udGFjdCUyMFVzJTIyJTIwJTJGJTNFJTIwJTNDJTJGZm9ybSUzRQ==[\/vc_raw_html][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_custom_heading source=&#8221;post_title&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h1|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/chapinpediatrics.peopleil.wwwls25.a2hosted.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/12805861_1722171354721628_4277961640971990371_n.jpg\" rel=\"wp-prettyPhoto[980]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-919 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/chapinpediatrics.peopleil.wwwls25.a2hosted.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/12805861_1722171354721628_4277961640971990371_n-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/peopleil.wwwls25.a2hosted.com\/CHAPIN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/12805861_1722171354721628_4277961640971990371_n-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/peopleil.wwwls25.a2hosted.com\/CHAPIN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/12805861_1722171354721628_4277961640971990371_n.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a>Celebrating your child&#8217;s first birthday is a grand occasion. It is a time to pause and reflect on how much has changed over the past year. You are realizing it was just as everyone said it would be in that it goes by so fast. \u00a0So many changes. So much growth.\u00a0Well, hold on because it is surely not going to slow down. \u00a0Between one and three years of age children move from being babies who need you to do everything for them, to becoming separate, independent people. They want your love and to feel safe and close to you, while also wanting the freedom to do things for themselves.<\/p>\n<p>It can be challenging for parents as toddlers struggle with their feelings and behavior. It can help to know what\u2019s happening to them so you can support their independence, help them learn and keep them safe.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;Primary1&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Toddlers are:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>active and curious\u2009\u2014\u2009they have to touch, open and shut, explore, run, climb and throw<\/li>\n<li>learning who they are\u2009\u2014\u2009what they like and don\u2019t like, and trying out their will<\/li>\n<li>learning to be in charge of\u00a0themselves\u2009\u2014\u00a0to walk, talk, feed and dress themselves and use the toilet<\/li>\n<li>learning to live with others &#8211; how to show love, share and take turns, and to\u00a0not hurt others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Toddlers are not\u00a0able\u00a0to:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>understand your reasons\u2009\u2014\u2009they can\u2019t see things from your point of\u00a0view<\/li>\n<li>sit still, wait, share or control their feelings\u2009\u2014\u2009these things take time and\u00a0support to learn<\/li>\n<li>always stop themselves from doing what they have been told not to. They are on the way to learning self-control but haven\u2019t quite gotten there yet. They still need you to gently remind them and keep them\u00a0safe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Toddlers are learning lots of new skills as they become more independent. Try to be patient.<\/p>\n<h2>Toddlers are likely to:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>say \u2018No\u2019 and show they have a mind of their own<\/li>\n<li>get frustrated, and have tantrums<\/li>\n<li>not be ready to share because they are just learning about \u2018me and mine\u2019. For a toddler, everything is \u2018mine\u2019<\/li>\n<li>want to make some choices for themselves<\/li>\n<li>find it hard to cope with changes<\/li>\n<li>want to be like their parents, e.g. try on lipsticks and use parents\u2019 phones and keys.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Toddlers need:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>understanding, love, patience and encouragement<\/li>\n<li>time to explore<\/li>\n<li>to be allowed to make simple choices<\/li>\n<li>to test out their independence and come to you for comfort<\/li>\n<li>your support when struggling with feelings and behaviour<\/li>\n<li>to be kept safe\u2009\u2014\u2009they don\u2019t yet understand danger.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Things that can stress toddlers:<\/h2>\n<p>Toddlers like routine\u2009\u2014\u2009it helps them feel safe and secure. Things that stress them can be:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>the arrival of a new baby<\/li>\n<li>being sick<\/li>\n<li>moving to a new house, or into a new bed<\/li>\n<li>being separated from parents, i.e. starting childcare, when a parent goes into hospital or the family breaks up<\/li>\n<li>parents being angry, fighting, crying, or when there is violence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Toddlers don\u2019t usually have the words to say how they feel. Sometimes they show stress in how they behave, such as being \u2018bad\u2019, quieter than usual or having aches and pains. It is important to pick up on these cues.<\/p>\n<p>It can help to spend more time with your toddler and let them be more of a baby for a while. Difficult behaviors \u00a0will improve\u00a0as they become more used to the change.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;Secondary2&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>What parents can do<\/h2>\n<p>Toddlers need your help to learn. Praise and encouragement work best because your child wants to please you. Be consistent with discipline. Say what you mean and mean what you say. Help them find ways to manage the frustration they can sometimes feel as they learn new things.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t get into battles over things that take time and lots of practice to learn, e.g. toilet training, eating and developing good sleep habits.<\/li>\n<li>Ignore things that don\u2019t matter too much such as them making \u00a0a mess, but insist on important things like being secure in their car seat.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t give a choice if there isn\u2019t one. If you have to pick up an older child from school don\u2019t ask your toddler if they want to come, say \u2018We\u2019re going to the school in the car now\u2019.<\/li>\n<li>If there is something they don\u2019t want to do, try to make a game of it. You could say \u2018See if you can hop like a frog to the bath\u2019, or make having a bath more attractive. Toys in the tub can be fun.<\/li>\n<li>Distract instead of giving orders, e.g. \u2018Let\u2019s get out the building blocks\u2019 rather than \u2018Stop doing that\u2019. Model what you want them to do.<\/li>\n<li>Give simple choices, i.e. &#8216;Do you want to wear your blue shirt or red shirt today?\u2019.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Toddlers learn things in small, simple steps and they need lots of practice. Don\u2019t expect them to remember every time.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be positive and offer alternatives rather than saying \u2018don\u2019t\u2019 all the time. Instead of \u2018Don\u2019t slam the door\u2019 you could say \u2018I know you can shut the door quietly, let\u2019s see you do it\u2019. Then give praise for using a new skill.<\/li>\n<li>Tell them what you want in simple words. Instead of \u2018I\u2019m not going to listen if you whine\u2009\u2014\u2009it\u2019s very annoying\u2019 you could say \u2018Please tell me what you want without whining\u2019.<\/li>\n<li>Take time to manage their behavior. Take your toddler away from a troubling situation \u00a0and stay with them for a while. They need your help to calm down. Once they\u2019re calm you can help them understand what is expected.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t threaten to leave young children alone as this is very frightening for them. If you are out\u00a0shopping and your child gets\u00a0upset and refuses to come with\u00a0you\u2009\u2014\u2009pick them up and carry\u00a0them. Be firm but kind as\u00a0you\u00a0let your child know you\u2019re\u00a0in\u00a0charge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Communication<\/h2>\n<p>The way you talk with your child has a big impact on your relationship. The way you listen is as important as what you say.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be aware of your tone of voice \u2013 young children are easily frightened.<\/li>\n<li>Give your child time to talk without interrupting. Get down to their level and look at them \u2013 it shows you\u2019re really interested.<\/li>\n<li>Share activities each day. Even putting away toys together is a good way to talk and be together.<\/li>\n<li>Take time to find out what things are special in your child\u2019s life today. Simple things like watching your child do something can make them feel special.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;Primary2&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Help children learn about feelings<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a good role model\u2009\u2014\u2009managing your own emotions helps children learn to manage theirs.<\/li>\n<li>Name feelings so your toddler learns that they are something you can talk about and learn to manage. You could say, \u2018I think you\u2019re feeling sad because Daddy had to go to work\u2019, \u2018I\u00a0can see you\u2019re feeling frustrated&#8217;.<\/li>\n<li>Separate feelings from behaviour. You might say \u2018I know you are frustrated but it is not okay to hit. When you feel frustrated you can tell me\u2019.<\/li>\n<li>Read stories that show children having different kinds of feelings, i.e. being angry, happy, sad, afraid.<\/li>\n<li>Help children understand the difference between their own feelings and other people\u2019s. It takes many years to learn this well but you can start when your child is very young.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Help with tantrums<\/h2>\n<p>Most toddlers have tantrums\u2009\u2014\u2009it is a normal part of growing up and becoming independent. A tantrum is a sign your child is overwhelmed by feelings and needs your help to calm down. Let them know you understand how they feel as they let out all those big feelings. Once calm, remind them you love them before you help them learn from what happened.<\/p>\n<p>Be patient when toddlers have tantrums. It takes time to learn about feelings and to control behavior.<\/p>\n<h2>Help with fears<\/h2>\n<p>The world can seem very scary for toddlers because there are lots of things they don\u2019t know yet. They don\u2019t understand that:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>you will come back soon\u2009\u2014\u2009they don\u2019t understand time<\/li>\n<li>they can\u2019t fall down the plug hole in the bath or get flushed down the toilet\u2009\u2014\u2009they don\u2019t understand size and space<\/li>\n<li>they can\u2019t lose parts of their body if they are hurt\u2009\u2014\u2009they don\u2019t understand their bodies are all part of\u00a0them<\/li>\n<li>the monsters in their dreams won\u2019t get them\u2009\u2014\u2009they don\u2019t understand what is real and what is not.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Things to try for fears<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Fear of cuts and bruises\u2009\u2014\u2009put a band-aid on sores and hurts even if there is no need for it. Try a kiss on the injury first\u2009\u2014\u2009sometimes that\u2019s all that\u2019s needed.<\/li>\n<li>Scared of going down the hole\u2009\u2014\u2009let your child use a baby bath for a while, or at least don\u2019t pull out the plug while they are still in the bath. Let them use a training potty instead of the real toilet or let them flush the toilet with your help.<\/li>\n<li>Scared by nightmares\u2009\u2014\u2009if they have a nightmare tell them \u2018It is only a dream, it goes away, and you\u2019re safe\u2019. Cuddle and comfort your child until they settle down.<\/li>\n<li>Afraid of monsters\u2009\u2014\u2009tell them there are no monsters. Don\u2019t look for monsters in the room because they may think you believe they are there.<\/li>\n<li>Fear of separation\u2009\u2014\u2009stay with your child until they feel more secure. When you have to leave do it quickly so as to not drag out the ordeal.<\/li>\n<li>Scared of the dark\u2009\u2014\u2009stay with your child for a while to reassure them. Perhaps use a night light. Keep to bedtime routines, i.e. the same number of kisses goodnight or read the\u00a0same number of stories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let your child know you understand their fears and you don\u2019t think they are silly or babyish. Don\u2019t force them to face their fears\u2009\u2014\u2009it can often make things worse.<\/p>\n<p>Children usually grow out of fears with lots of support and understanding. 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Make sure they are ready and don\u2019t rush it.<\/p>\n<p>Give lots of encouragement for each small step they master, e.g. \u2018Well done for pulling your pants down all by yourself\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>Reassure them if there are accidents, i.e. \u2018It\u2019s okay, sometimes accidents happen\u2019. If there are problems wait a month or so before trying again<\/p>\n<h2><b>Keeping toddlers safe<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Toddlers are often injured in accidents that are preventable such as falls, traffic accidents, drowning, burns, poisoning or pet attacks. Teaching them about danger is important but it is not enough to keep them safe. They are too young to really understand, even if they can say something is dangerous.<\/p>\n<p>The best way to keep toddlers safe is to supervise them. 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