Gemma Quinn - Caring for Your Toddler: The How-To Guide

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Gemma Quinn - Gemma Quinn is a mother, a writer, a Personal Trainer, and has worked as a Massage Therapist since 2006. Writing and Fitness are her two passions in life, as well as making sure she doesnt start looking like her chubby little Italian grandmother, God rest her sweet soul. She lives on the coast of North Carolina with her husband, four dogs, and one cat. The cat is the boss.

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Care for Your Toddler (1-3 Year Olds): The How-to Guide
by Gemma Quinn

In eight easy-to-digest chapters, you'll be guided seamlessly through your childs toddler years armed with useful tips and strategies. First, youll cover all of the major lifestyle adjustments youll need to make in order to ensure your toddlers safety and your own organization at home. Then youll learn how to effectively tackle potty training, navigate the not-so-terrible twos, and easily meet your toddlers nutritional needs. Finally, youll learn about the many milestones to expect from your toddler, how to address separation anxiety, and some terrific games you can play with your toddler and their play date companions. Youll also get the Top 10 Secrets of Successful Parents and useful tips throughout to help you on your journey.

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Chapter 1

S ince kids dont come with directions, we do the best we can, relying on our own family and friends for guidance. The first year of your babys life is filled with challenges, all of which must be faced head on, without sleep. Then, your baby turns one. She starts sleeping through the nightand crawling all over the house. Now, youve got a whole new set of challenges.

There are ways to make your life easier, however, and this Vook will be sharing those secrets. So, lets get started!

Perhaps youve heard a fellow parent drop the phrase baby proofing the house. It may sound funny, but its a very real thingin fact, its the first thing you must do as you embark on your journey as the parent of a toddler.

• Always remove hanging mobiles by the time your child is five months old or can push up on hands and knees, whichever comes first.
• Never leave toddler on changing table by himself.
• Dont place crib or toddler bed near a window.
• Cut blinds cords in half to avoid strangulation.
• Always use either toy chests with no lids or good support that hold the lid open sturdily.
• Toys small enough to swallow should be put away till later.
• Remove toys from crib at night that your toddler may use to climb out.

• Store all cleaners in high cabinets. Use childproof locks on all reachable cabinets.
• Always use restraining straps in high chairs.
• Always put stops on all drawers so your toddler cant pull drawer out on top of herself.
• Keep sharp cooking implements in a latched drawer and separate from safe kitchen utensils you may want to let your toddler play with, like wooden spoons.
• Install an appliance latch on oven door.
• Turn pot handles toward back of stove while cooking.
• If your toddler likes to grab things while in his highchair, make sure there is nothing heavy, sharp or breakable within reach.
• Keep hot foods and drinks away from edges of tables and counters.