POSITIVE Nurturing TIPS

POSITIVE Nurturing TIPS

By Godwin Msalichuma.

Skills like taking turns, pretend play, and kicking a ball are called developmental milestones

As we saw yesterday, series number two. Today, series number three in the age range of (2–3) will be examined.

Let's proceed to the following stage.

Developmental milestones

Developmental Milestones for Toddlers (ages 2 to 3) Skills like taking turns, pretend play, and kicking a ball are called developmental milestones. Things that most children can do by a certain age are called developmental milestones.

Play, learning, speaking, behaving, and moving (like jumping, running, or balancing) are all milestones for children. This stage is frequently referred to as the "terrible twos" due to children's growing desire for independence.

However, for both parents and children, this can be an exciting time. Toddlers will go through significant cognitive, social, emotional, and learning shifts that will assist them in exploring and comprehending their brand-new environment.

Toddlers should be able to follow directions in two or three steps, sort things by shape and color, imitate adults and playmates, and express a wide range of emotions at this stage.

Positive Parenting Advice in this stage

The following are some things you can do to support your toddler during this time:

• Schedule a special time to read to your child.

• Inspire your child to participate in imaginative play.

• Play the march or follow the pioneer with your little child.

• Assist your kid with investigating things around her by taking her on a stroll or cart ride.

• Urge your kid to let you know his name and age.

• Introduce your child to straightforward songs like Itsy Bitsy Spider and other cultural nursery rhymes.

• When your child follows instructions and exhibits positive behaviour, pay attention to her and give her praise; however, you should limit your attention to defiant behaviour like tantrums.

Show your child how to express his/her anger in a manner that is acceptable.

First and foremost, child safety

As your child moves around more, he will also encounter more dangers.

Keep an eye on your child closely because dangerous situations can arise quickly.

The following are a couple of tips to assist with protecting your developing baby:

• If you don't have someone watching your toddler, you should never leave her near or around water (like bathtubs, pools, lakes, whirlpools, or the ocean).

Pools in backyards should be fenced off. Suffocating is the main source of injury and demise among this age group.

• To avoid choking, encourage your toddler to sit while eating and thoroughly chew his/her food.

• Check the toys frequently for free or broken parts.

• Instruct your toddler to refrain from drawing or colouring with pencils or crayons in his/her mouth.

• If your child is seated on your lap, you should not hold any hot beverages. Your child's burns and a spill can be caused by sudden movements.

• Ensure that your child is properly secured in a car seat with a harness and is seated in the back seat.

Healthy Bodies

• Check with the staff at your childcare provider to see if they serve healthier meals and beverages and limit screen time, such as watching television.

• Your baby could change what food he/she prefers from one day to another. It is best not to make a big deal of it because it is normal behavior. By offering his/her small bites to taste, you can encourage him/her to try new foods.

• Do not place televisions in your child's bedroom. Create a family media use plan and limit your child's screen time to no more than one hour per day of high-quality programming at home, school, or after-school care.

• Whenever possible, encourage free play. It helps your toddler develop his/her motor skills and keeps him/her active and strong.

• Ensure that your child gets enough sleep each night: 11–14 hours per 24 hours (including naps) for toddlers aged 2-3 years.

Here for today’s stage three tomorrow, we’re going to explore stage four. Welcome and stay tuned.