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Potty Training Tips for your Toddler

By admin on Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 | No Comments

I’ve never heard a parent say potty training was fun, but there are creative ways to find success when potty training your toddler. According to The American Academy of Pediatrics, there is no set age at which toilet training should begin. They advise that the right time depends on a child’s physical and psychological development. Between 18 and 24 months, children often start to show signs of being ready, but some children may not be ready until 30 months or older. They also advise parents that if their child resists strongly, it is best to wait for a while.

Though the children are supposed to be toilet trained by the time they get into our three year old preschool program, sometimes they aren’t ready yet. In my experience, girls tend to train sooner than boys. Some kids are strong willed and though you know your child could be trained if he wanted to, sometimes you just have to wait until he decides he’s ready.

I taught one student whose mother came up with a creative way to entice her daughter to use the potty. At just over two years old, Isabelle’s mother was determined to potty train her daughter. She brought a special potty seat and two packages of Tic Tacs into school, and asked us to place her daughter on her potty seat at exactly 9:40 and 11:15 every day. We needed to instruct Isabelle to sing the ABC song while she was sitting on the potty, and as soon as the song ended, she needed to get up. If she was successful and peed or pooped into the potty, we were to give her one white Tic Tac and one green one.

Though we tried to follow through on Isabelle’s mother’s wishes, that was very difficult to do. With a dozen children and many activities, it was impossible to let those specific times dictate our routine. We did remind Isabelle to try to use the potty a couple of times each day, though the timing varied.

This process actually did work for Isabelle, though her mother was a slave to the process for several weeks. For her, that was just fine, because she got her desired results. It’s important to remember that every child is different, and while that particular process of training worked for Isabelle, it may not work for your child. In creating your own personal plan, you must consider your routine, and how much time you will be able to devote to the process.

According to Dr. Blum, a pediatrician and toilet training specialist at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, “If a child is at home most of the time and has easy and rapid access to a bathroom, than being toilet trained is one thing. If you expect that your kid is going to go to the mall with you, ride 45 minutes in the car, and in those situations, not have easy access to a toilet, that’s a whole other level of difficulty. When you think about toilet training your child you must also consider what you are going to expect of him or her in terms of how long you are going to expect them to be in a place where they don’t have access to a toilet.”

So, take a deep breath and prepare yourself for the process. Eventually your child will learn to use the toilet!

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I produced the Romper Room and Friends TV show and Bowling for Dollars when I worked for Claster Television in the ’80′s and ’90′s. With three kids of my own, I stopped working there in 1996. Today I am a freelance writer and preschool teacher and I am in the process of publishing my first book about preschool advice for parents. Check out my blog at www.preschoolteach.blogspot.com Please contact me at: terribakman@gmail.com


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Potty Training Tips for Boys

By admin on Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 | No Comments

Part of being a parent is teaching your child the proper way of using the toilet. Preparing your child to learn your potty training tips and tricks involves patience and persistence. The learning process varies from one child to another, so you have to be creative to make your child learn.

You have to know beforehand that potty training for boys will have a different plan compared to girls. Based on previous studies, girls learn faster than boys. Boys are sometimes lazy to change their habits, so expect that they will be on their nappies until the age of four or five.

Below are some tips to practice when it comes to potty training for boys:

1. Determine that your son is ready before you potty train him. Do not be on a hurry to teach him if there’s some resistance from your child. If your son is curious on going to the bathroom; that would be an indication that he’s ready to be toilet trained.

2. Establish a clear potty training plan. Be sure that you have training pants, a potty seat and pull-ups available for your boy.

3. Toddlers learn by imitation. Let him watch and learn by letting your husband teach him how to do it the proper way. It’s a sort of bonding moment for them at the same time a learning activity for your son. Your son will eventually follow what his father is doing.

4. Never raised your voice or scold him when your son did not follow exactly what you are teaching him. Educate him by letting him know his mistakes and teach him again the right way to do things.

5. Reward him when he does admirable and correct toilet manners and habits.
6. A child, especially a boy, will tend to move a lot or become impatient on the toilet seat. Sing a song or read his favorite stories to let him stay on the potty.

There is no time period when it comes to the readiness of your little boy when it comes to potty training. Do not pressure him. Just be aware of his needs and behavior. Once, he’s ready to be independent, potty training will be an easy task for the parents and a wonderful milestone for their son.

You can read reviews and compare different types of Potty Training Toilet Seat. Various brands of Potty Training Seats are available Graco, Disney, Primo and Fisher Price.


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Preparing For Baby: Tips for the Eco-Conscious

By admin on Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 | No Comments

Adding a new baby to your household is an exciting event. For the eco-conscious parent, all of the gear necessary for a new baby seems excessive. After all, many of the most popular items of baby gear are simply not environmentally friendly. If you are a soon-to-be parent who wishes to “go green” while preparing for a new arrival, here are some tips you can use.

The Diaper Dilemma

The first bridge you will need to cross as a new parent is deciding what diaper type to use. For centuries before the modern parenting generation, parents used cloth diapers for their little ones. There simply was no other option. However, that changed when disposable diapers hit the market. You probably assume that cloth diapers are the most environmentally friendly, but can you be sure? After all, you will spend a lot of water and electricity cleaning those diapers, so which is really better?

Disposable diapers add 5 million tons of untreated waste to the landfills each year. This includes 2 billion tons of urine, feces, paper, and plastic. The diapers used by American babies take 200,000 trees a year to produce. Disposable diapers take hundreds of years to decompose, and some of the plastic parts will never decompose completely. The future impact of disposables on the planet is huge.

In contrast, cloth diapers do use water and electricity to clean, but this has far less of an impact on the environment as a whole than using disposables does. The fecal matter and urine, for instance, is sent to water treatment facilities, where it is properly removed from water through the sewage system, rather than soaking into the ground in a landfill.

The good news is that today’s cloth diapers are as easy to use as a disposable, and they are very cute too. Modern disposables come in a variety of styles, but most have a multi-layer liner that absorbs as much as a disposable diaper can. Parents no longer need to use safety pins, because the diapers are clasped with Velcro or specially designed diaper clasps. Also, babies who use cloth diapers tend to potty train quicker than babies who use disposables, because they feel the wetness in their diaper and are more willing to learn the process of using the toilet in order to avoid that wet feeling.

Organic Baby Clothing

Another consideration that environmentally conscious parents must make sir whether or not their baby will use organic baby clothing. Baby clothing is typically made from soft materials, like cotton. While these are very comfortable for baby, they can carry harmful chemicals that the fibers of the plant absorbed while it was growing and as it was treated to be made into cloth.

Organic clothing is made from organic cotton, which means it will not contain these dangerous chemicals. Not only will you be helping the environment by encouraging growers to stop using pesticides, but you will also ensure that the items that are the closest to your baby’s sensitive skin are as safe as possible for your little one.

Lotions, Soaps, and Cleaners

Believe it or not, the traditional baby lotions and soaps that so many parents use could be harmful to your baby. Many shampoos and baby lotions contain paraben, a dangerous chemical that is absorbed into your baby’s skin. Paraben can mimic estrogen, which can lead to cancer. While it is unknown whether the amount of paraben in baby soaps and lotions is enough to be dangerous, as an eco-conscious parent, you are probably more than willing to avoid them. The good news is that there are several “green” soaps and lotions you can buy for your little one, if you shop carefully.

Laundry detergent is another area that you might want to use some caution. Doctors already advise parents against using traditional laundry detergents on their baby’s clothing because of the harsh chemicals and irritating perfumes that they contain. Most parents buy special “baby safe” laundry detergent, but even these can contain toxic chemicals that you may wish to keep away from your baby. You can make your own laundry detergent to avoid these problems, or you could purchase non-toxic laundry detergent from an earth-friendly baby store.

Feeding Gear

One of the latest problems that researchers have found in the baby world is BPA. BPA is a chemical that is found in a variety of hard plastics, such as those that are used in bottles and other baby feeding gear. BPA is thought to increase the risk of developing certain cancers later in life. High exposure to BPA can also lead to reproductive problems.

Researchers have discovered that this potentially dangerous chemical leaks into the food that is stored in the containers, particularly if they are reheated in the microwave, which is a common way to heat baby formula. Advocates are currently working towards getting BPA removed from all baby and toddler feeding gear, but until that happens, educated parents need to take steps on their own to protect their babies from this potential danger.

Breast-feeding moms can protect their newborns from BPA by not using baby bottles. However, breastfeeding is not the sole source of nutrition for older babies and toddlers, and BPA can be found in sippy cups, plastic spoons, and plastic bowls. As a “green” parent, you will want to shop for BPA-free baby products.

One option to avoid the potential dangers of BPA is to buy glass baby bottles and sippy cups that are made out of BPA-free plastic. If you are unsure about whether or not a particular feeding item is free of BPA, contact the manufacturer and ask. Most of the major companies that manufacture baby feeding supplies have a BPA-free option for concerned parents.

This article was written on behalf of MyBabyMarket, a popular online baby supplies website.


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Baby Safety – List Of Tips To Keep Your Baby Safe

By admin on Monday, August 30th, 2010 | No Comments

1. Keep your baby clean and neat, always.

2. Cut his nails regularly, properly and carefully.

3. Remove wet diapers at once.

4. Hygiene and cleanliness of genital the area should be maintained. Always keep genital parts dry. These body parts are prone to infection, especially when wet.

5. Clean the scalp regularly and properly to prevent dermatitis and fungal infections.

6. Baby clothing should be loose enough not to restrict body movements, ease aeration and prevent skin irritation.

7. Keep your baby’ room properly ventilated and lighted. Free it from insects and dusts.

8. Your Baby’ bed should be separate but close to mothers’. A water proof bed is preferable.

9. Musical toys are good for your baby. Turn them on and let him hear it.

10. Support your baby’s head when carrying him. His neck muscles are not yet strong enough to support sudden and snappy head movements.

11. For your baby’s nutrition needs, stick to mother’s milk. Mother’s breast milk is best. No known substitute can match its nutritional qualities. When breastfeeding, make yourself and your baby comfortable. Ensure too that your nipples are always clean. Take care of your health and diet from the time you lactate.

12. In case of difficulties with breastfeeding, feed your baby with cows’ milk. Sterilize feeding bottles with boiling water and keep them dry until their next use.

13. When nursing your baby with cows’ milk, you will need to further pasteurize or boil and cool it. There are viruses like brucellosis and bovine tuberculosis that easily spread through raw milk.

14. There are babies who are allergic to some substances or materials like milk, food, dress and cosmetics. Do not use any of them for your child when you are certain they are causing allergy.

15. Use mosquito nets regularly. Mosquito bites give rise to spread of deadly viral diseases like dengue, malaria, yellow fever and filariasis. They also cause skin eruptions when triggered by allergic reactions. Mosquitos are also irksome, their buzz and bites prevent people from sleeping soundly.

16. The surroundings must be kept calm when your baby sleeps. Infants need more sleep than adults. Growth hormones work hardest during sleep.

17. Keep track of the overall physical, motor, language, emotional, social and personal development of your child. Mark the normal development milestones at any given age. Measure weight and height regularly.

18. Bowel movement is frequent among infants. Potty train your baby as early as his 10th month.

19. Clean toilet seats using antiseptic liquid before and after their use. Do not let other children share one’s potty.

20. Seek doctor’s help everytime your baby shows symptoms of ailment. The signs include convulsions, excessive crying, fever, frequent vomiting, stiffneck, bluish body discoloration, diarrhea, breathing difficulty with grunting, etc.

21. Keep a separate first aid kit and medicine box for your child. Make sure first aid kits always contain dressing materials, sterile cotton, antiseptic ointment and lotion and forceps. Maintain a separate notebook containing contact information of doctors, police, ambulance services, and the like. Information on dosage and application procedures should be written on paper and posted close to the medicine box.

22. When driving with your baby on board, fix him with a separate seat belt.

23. When the baby goes out with you, put inside his small pocket his identity card and your contact information.

24. When your baby begins to walk, maintain your close distance to him and prevent possible injuries from accidental fall or slip.

25. Apply first aid in times of emergency. Lose no time in taking your baby to the hospital. Here are cases of emergency situations and the steps you can take:

a) Your baby may choke when he swallows solid objects that block his airpipes. Have your baby lie on his abdomen with his head in a lower position. Press the back towards his chest. You may also stroke his upper back. When all of this fails, call somebody who knows, has training or experience, and have hime help your take the object out using forceps.

b) In case of accidental poisoning, try to induce the baby to vomit. This aims to take the poisonous substance out of the body. But you may not do it if the cause of poisoning is either kerosene or acid. Wash the baby’s body with water so that further contamination through the skin may be prevented. Check to ensure what caused the poisoning and rush your baby to the hospital.

c) In case of burns, quickly take the baby away from heat’s source. Dampen it with cold and clean water. Do not remove burned clothes from the body at once. Cover wounds with sanitized cotton and rush the baby to the hospital.

d) In case of wounds, use clean water to sanitize the wound. Compress the wound and raise it above the baby’s heart level to control the bleeding. Make use of a tourniquet when applicable and when the bleeding continues. Apply dressing to the wound with sterile cotton or bandage. Then seek the help of a doctor.

e) In case of drowning in a bath tub, take your baby out quickly and keep his head in a low position. Press the chest gently or apply mouth to mouth rescusitation until the baby’s airpipes are clear and the baby is able to breath freely. Take him to a nearby hospital at once.

f) In case of electric shock, cut off the source of electricity. Apply mouth to mouth breathing and cardiac massage if the baby cannot breath on his own. Rush him to the hospital.

26. Finally, keeping babies safe requires total care, love and support. It is the way to keep them happly and healthy.

One the other hand, here is a list of what should not be done to keep your baby safe.

1. Do not shake your baby. The rough movement may cause damage to his brain.

2. Keep small items away from your baby.

3. Never give sharp and pointed objects like pencil or pen to kids.

4. Be careful not to let water enter into your baby’s ear when giving him bath.

5. Do not force your baby to take food when he is coughing or crying continuously.

6. Do not overfeed your baby.

7. Keep items or substances like mosquito repellents, ink, gum, moth balls, medicines, and the like away from your baby.

8. Do not use tight clothing for your baby.

9. Do not leave your baby perched on the edge of a bed.

10. Do not give your baby to strangers. Avoid having him in close contact with other persons.

11. Keep all electrical tools or devices away from your baby. Fix his bed away from electrical wires or sockets.

12. Do not leave your baby alone in your kitchen. This place is dangerous for kids.

13. Maintain water level in your bath tub to minimum and do not attend to other things like answering a phone call when your baby is taking a bath in your bath tub.

14. Do not allow smoking or smokers inside and within the premises of the house.

15. Do not allow pets to come in close contact with your baby. Make sure pets are injected with anti-rabies compounds and their nails are trimmed properly.

16. When your baby begins to walk, do not let him climb the steps or leave him unaccompanied upstairs.

17. Avoid very strong lighting inside your house.

18. When you and your baby travel, do not give your baby any food given by co-passengers.

19. Do not let your baby crawl on the ground or soil.

20. Avoid getting close to your baby when you are sick. Prevent your baby from getting near anyone who is sick.

21. Avoid taking your baby to crowded hospital wards, market places and dusty or polluted places.

22. Keep your baby away from table lamps. Lighting attracts insects and can cause problems.

23. Medicine should not be given to children when in doubt. Expired medicines should be discarded and never to be used.

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Tips for Potty Training your Toddler

By admin on Monday, August 30th, 2010 | No Comments

The toddler years are truly the great learning years in a person’s life. Although it may become taxing for some parents, it may also give some sense of achievement. There are simply so many things parents can teach toddlers. Each and every parenting tip can focus on the different aspects of toddler life. You can have a parenting tip about feeding your toddler and another parenting tip about disciplining your child. Parents however are always after a parenting tip on potty training. Indeed potty training can be a very messy affair and parents will need a practical parenting tip once in a awhile.

Check on Overall Readiness

Every parenting tip about potty training would invariably involve something about checking readiness. Some parents may think that a child’s age is the way to measure potty readiness. Some may offer that parenting tip to potty train a child when he reaches 2 years old. Some potty train their kids even earlier. The fact is, not all kids can be potty trained at the same age. One should remember the parenting tip that each kid is unique. What one should look for therefore is readiness. A good parenting tip is to consider a child’s physical, mental, social and emotional readiness to use the potty. Your child for example will be ready of there are more than 30 minute dry diaper spells, knows that he has to go, imitates adult mannerisms in the toilet and is eager to use the toilet.

Introduce the Topic Casually

A parenting tip that matters greatly is to introduce the issue of the potty in a non-threatening manner. You can perhaps start by reading potty books to your toddler. You can also bring him for a visit to the toilet and demonstrate with dolls where the pooh goes or where everyone else in the family goes to pooh. It is also a vital parenting tip to bring the child along when you shop for a potty and some training pants. Let him make the choices. Another parenting tip is allow your child to play a bit with the potty at home in an area he is comfortable in.

Encourage and Praise

One crucial parenting tip in potty training is continual encouragement and praise. Keep on cheering for your child as he sits on his potty. Make sure to always praise him too when he has been successful. Clap your hands to make him see how happy you are that he is using his potty. You may also consider using a potty chart to let him see that he gets a star every time he uses his potty properly.

Don’t Punish

In line with the parenting tip on encouragement and praise is the parenting tip on not punishing. Even if your child is not successful do not be angry. Smile and say that you’ll try again someday. This parenting tip also means that you shouldn’t show any sign of anger or frustration when accidents happen and your kid ends up making a mess on the carpet. Clean up the mess and show him that the mess goes into the potty or toilet.

Help with Food

It can be very traumatic for your child when he experiences constipation. Help him excrete his waste smoothly by giving him lots of juice and water as well as fruits and vegetables.


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Basic Baby Safety and Childproofing Tips

By admin on Saturday, August 28th, 2010 | No Comments

Getting Started

The best way to childproof your home is to get on your hands and knees and look around. This way, you will see what a child sees. Here are a few questions to ask yourself:

Are electrical outlets covered?

Are cords from electrical items or drapes hanging down so your child can reach them?

Are their any sharp corners from furniture or other items?

What small items could be a choking hazard?

(Tip: If the item is the same size as the large side of a pacifier or smaller it is a choking hazard. Another trick I have read is using an empty toilet paper roll. If the object will fit inside it could be a choking hazard.)

Cupboards

Keeping locks on your cupboards can prevent children from getting into poisonous household cleaners. Always keep medicine out of reach, even if they have child safety caps on them. Child safety caps are not guaranteed to keep your child out. Always keep the number of you local poison control center handy for emergencies. If you don’t know the number, you can find it at the American Association of Poison Control Centers

Corners of cupboards should be cushioned to prevent injury to your child when they run into them. (yes…it happens)

Outlets and Electrical Items

Electrocution is also another danger that can be prevented. Covering electrical outlets with safety caps will prevent baby from sticking his or her fingers or other objects in them and getting electrocuted. Make sure small appliances such as blow dryers and curling irons are unplugged and out of reach as well.

Plastic is Dangerous!

Keep plastic items such as shopping bags and garbage bags out of reach. They can easily cause suffocation. Remember that any vinyl items such as mattress covers can also be a hazard.

Drapes and Blinds Can Cause Disaster

To prevent strangulation always make sure drapes and blind cords are out of reach. In the nursery, make sure that your baby’s crib is not near any of these items.

Final Check

While you are checking your home make sure baby does not have access to bathtubs, toilets, swimming pools. Never leave buckets with water or cleaning solutions out. Remember, babies can drown in less than an inch of water. Use safety gates to keep baby from falling down stairwells or just to keep them confined to a particular room or area.

Remember, even the best childproofing does not warrant leaving any child unattended. Doing this is a great recipe for serious injuries or worse!!

About the Author

Nicole Hackett is a dedicated mother of 2 who runs an e-commerce website offering resources and award winning, safety products and learning products for babies, toddlers, and small children.


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Tips on Potty Training Top 10

By admin on Friday, August 27th, 2010 | No Comments

Tips on Potty Training

In this article, I shall share with you 10 Toilet Training Tips to get your toddler potty trained in no time.

Be Patient And Open Minded

The most important thing to do when you potty train your toddler is to encourage, encourage, and encourage. It is best of you stay focused on the positive rather then the negative. The first step is to get your toddler used to being in the bathroom. When they get close encourage then by being truly positive or some parents use a sticker chart. Keep in mind to never over react to accidents, there will be some for sure. If you happen to overreact about any accidents while trying to potty train you could make the whole process drag on longer then you would like.Understand potty training yur child may take a short time or it can take a long time its up to you if you do it the right way..

If training is done to early it is a waste of time.

You can tell if your toddler is ready for potty training by observing the following tell-tale signs.

Items you must have For Toilet Training

You will need a doll (same gender as child)

Training pants (easily pull down or up)

Wall chart (to keep track of progress)

Time To Potty Train The Doll Or Teddy Bear

Another idea is to use a stuffed animal or a doll and pretend that it is using the potty, some toddlers can learn from this also.

Getting Used To The Potty

{Encourage your toddler to sit on the potty chair and each time going through the exact steps like removing the underpants, sitting down, releasing bladder or bowel movements, wiping up, flushing and finally washing of hands.

Celebrate Success

Have a potty party for your child it lets them know the have done a great job and your proud of them.

Using Rewards

Be sure that ever time that your toddler uses the potty and only of they do, reward them with praise, or stickers, whatever you have decided that the reward will be.

If you rtoddler shows no intrest at all then chances are they are not ready to potty train. Give up on the idea for a few weeks then try again they may get it the second try. Never be negative when potty training your toddler, they will pick up on it sooner or later.

Reward your child use treats, stickers any thing you child likes or loves.
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Baby Proofing Tips For Creating A Baby Safe Zone

By admin on Monday, August 23rd, 2010 | No Comments

Every parent wants to create the safest environment for their baby.  Baby proofing is on their top list of things to do, but it can seem quite overwhelming at times.  Parents research baby proofing tips by reading books or asking friends and some even hire professionals.  Let’s face it; you can’t put a price on your baby’s safety.  Be assured, this process can be easier than you think.  If you know what products are out there you can baby proof your home room by room.  The first step is getting down on your baby’s level, on your hands and knees, and looking for potential hazards. 

Common Living Areas:

The best parenting advice for baby proofing? Make sure every room in your house is safe for your baby. If a room is off limits, use a safety gate to block access or use doorknob covers to prohibit knob turning. Speaking of doors, be sure to remove those little rubber tips from all doorstops as they pose a choking hazard.

Place cushion guards on all tables and hearths to protect against sharp edges. Consider purchasing a play yard to provide a safe zone.

Secure all perimeter doors by installing out-of-reach deadbolts or chains to keep your baby safely inside the house.

Nursery:

Continue the baby proofing process in the nursery. Position the crib away from lamps, window blind cords, and artwork. Never place stuffed toys, pillows, or loose bedding inside the crib as these items present a suffocation risk.

Bolt heavy furniture to the wall or use safety straps to prevent your baby from accidentally pulling a piece of furniture over on top of them.

 Keep diapering supplies, such as lotions and ointments, out of your baby’s reach. And, for an added measure of safety, it’s a good idea to place latches or locks on all dresser drawers.

Outlets and Cords:

Babies are positively drawn to electrical outlets and cords. Prevent the risk of electrical shock by inserting plastic plugs into every unused outlet.

You can even purchase special switch plates that cover the entire outlet in addition to covers that conceal both electrical cords and plugs.

Windows and Window Blinds:

Curious tots are quite adept when it comes to opening and closing things like windows. Use a window wedge to stop a window from opening too far. And, while you should make sure that your window screens are securely shut, it is important to note that a screen will NOT prevent your child from falling out.

Loose cords that dangle from blinds pose the threat of strangulation. Keep all blind cords safely out of reach by using cord wind-ups. Or, better yet, opt to install cordless window coverings.

Stairways: 
Protect your baby from accidental falls by installing gates at the top and bottom of stairways. A wall-mount gate works best at the top of the staircase as most models offer a directional feature that prevents the gate from swinging out over the staircase. You can use either a pressure-mounted or wall-mounted gate at the bottom to block your baby from crawling up.

And, don’t forget about railings and banisters. According to current building codes, railing slats should be no more than 3½” apart. Even if your railings are up to code, use a plastic banister shield or netting to protect your baby from falling through the slats.

Kitchen and Bathroom:

The kitchen is every baby’s favorite playground. There are cabinets to open (and shut), pots and pans to bang, and enticing knobs on the stove to manipulate.

Start by removing sharp items from all cabinets and drawers that are at your baby’s level. Take it one step further by installing baby proof latches and locks.

Place all cleaning supplies that are used daily out of your baby’s reach. Store the rest in the garage.

Safeguard the contents in your refrigerator by using a safety latch. An oven lock will prevent your little chef from opening the door, and stove knob covers will block your baby from accidentally turning on the stove.

In the bathroom, install toilet locks to prohibit your baby from opening the lid. Not only will this prevent them from placing items in the toilet, it protects against drowning.

Last but not least, never leave your pet’s food or water accessible. Pet food presents a choking hazard; water poses a drowning hazard.

Decks:

As with interior stairways, be sure to place wall-mounted gates at the top of deck stairways. And, cover all deck railing slats with a plastic shield guard or netting to prohibit your baby from falling through the slats.

Be sure to keep chairs and tables away from the edge of deck or screened patio to prevent your baby from falling over the rail or through the screen.

Last, keep your grill off limits.

If you make your home baby safe by baby proofing every room then your little one will enjoy the freedom of crawling and exploring while you have peace of mind that your baby is safe.

Kim Proulx knows lots about kids, parenting and strengthening the family bond. As a Certified Parent Coach she vows that surrounding your baby in a safe and comfortable environment is the first step in creating a happy family. To set up the ideal baby environment she recommends you visit SimplyBabyFurniture.com.


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Potty Training Tips for Parents

By admin on Friday, August 20th, 2010 | No Comments

Potty training is a major developmental milestone for children. Some reach potty training readiness before others. Many parents experience anxiety over potty training problems. Before you begin a potty training program, know the facts.

Facts about Potty Training

• Most children are potty trained between the ages of two and four. Some are ready sooner; others take longer and may not be ready to potty train until age five.

• Children should be at least 20 months old before potty training begins. A child must be able to walk to the bathroom, pull his or her pants on and off, and pick up small objects.

• A child that urinates eight to ten times a day is not ready for potty training. The child must be able to stay dry for several hours and wet a diaper only four to seven times a day in order for training to be effective.

• Children that are prone to temper tantrums, willful acts of disobeying, and inattentiveness may not be ready for toilet training.

• Kids approaching readiness for toilet training are aware of the need to relieve their bowels and bladder. They may voice this need, tug at clothing, or bring you a clean diaper.

Beginning Training

• When your child is ready, let him practice pulling his pants on and off independently. Provide a step stool, potty seat insert, or child’s potty-chair. Teach him about proper hygiene and flushing the toilet.

• Children learn quickly by watching a parent or sibling use the toilet.

• Provide simple, systematic instructions. Also provide lavish praise when your child performs a request correctly.

• Tell the child to go potty every hour. Even if they do not go, it raises their awareness of bowel and bladder conditions.

• Boys should sit to urinate until toilet training is well underway. Aiming a stream of urine takes considerable skill and is for advanced toilet training.

• Separate your toilet training into daytime and nighttime sessions. It is common for bedwetting to occur for months, if not years, after a child is potty trained. Focus on daytime training first.

• Training pants are for nighttime only. This allows your child to feel uncomfortable when an accident occurs. It motivates him to attempt to make it to the potty when the urge to urinate or defecate arises.

• Check your child at regular intervals. Praise him or her for having dry pants each time.

• Consider rewarding your child with a special treat such as a favorite cookie for each successful potty experience.

• Placing O-shaped cereal in the toilet can help little boys learn to aim a stream of urine.

Toilet training should not begin during periods of stress or illness. Plan to stick close to home during this time. Scope out the location of bathrooms each time you leave home. Never scold a child for needing a toilet at an inconvenient time.

If your child shows resistance to your first toilet training attempts, simply go back to training pants or diapers until your child is ready. Remember, there is no right or wrong age for potty training.

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Toilet Training Toddlers Basics – Tips For Parents

By admin on Saturday, August 14th, 2010 | No Comments

In the rearing of a baby, there are situations that give relief to a mommy like their first steps, first words, losing their first tooth.

Nothing gives more happiness than the freedom from nappies , diapers – along with those gigantic changing tote bags that we tote everywhere. On the other hand, this freedom does not just come, it is acquired through the hard task of potty training.

Some considerable words of advice on different ways to go abouttoilet training toddlers and how to get a potty for your baby.

For starters it is best to start off the task with a lot of an even temper, devotedness and relaxation for your baby. Because many times your toddler will want to do what you want them to do. The biggest thing is that your kid will want to please you and therefore will do what you say.

It is upon you as the care-giver or trainer to patiently deal with your toddler, they can let go of their fears. Your toddler do not need to fear – of letting go of the safe and convenient way of doing their toilet.

Your toddler should be able to all the way trust you before they can allow you to toilet train them using the potty. Before you can earn this trust, you will definitely need to be strong and patient. {It may take just two months or even up to six months, its just unpredictable.

During toilet training toddlers this process is very unpredictable and may take up to 2 – 6 months.

Some helpful tips:

Potty Training Regression – not ready for toilet training. Sometimes your toddler do not want to learn to toilet train or does not take to the idea to kindly – PATIENCE – is a virtue – so there is nothing wrong with taking a break from potty training and resuming later when your toddler is ready. Regression is a sign of your toddler struggling – so please do not rush!! It may be best wait and to try again in a few weeks or months.

Potty Training Readiness – being ready for potty training. Your toddler will show signs of readiness – different toddlers have different starting time. Most parents are happy when they are able to get their child potty trained as soon as possible and many toddlers are not ready when their parent is. So when to start toilet training is not when parents want to start but it is up to your toddler.

Potty Training Toddlers Naked? Several parents would not think of considering their toddler to parade around the house naked – this may be easier for your toddler. And this can be a good potty training method

Cloth Training Pants or Regular Underwear – feeling wet is the best. As you may know from mentioned above this allows your toddler to feel wetness will help them learn better and they will not want to feel like that and may make an effort to going to the potty.

REMEMBER: Approach potty training only when your toddler is ready to start and make sure that you have the following:Love and Patience….

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