Giant eyes. Chubby cheeks. Adorable smile. Explosive tantrums. Welcome to the ?Terrific Twos.? It?s the start of an exciting and chaotic time. Two-year-olds make you fawn over their cuteness and stress over their sudden independence. How do you navigate this stage that?s so wonderful and challenging"
Rapid Toddler Growth
Your baby grows rapidly from 18 months to about 3.5 years old. They?re learning boundaries and testing them. Create space for age-appropriate independence so they can explore the world around them.
Safe Space for Exploration
Safe exploration for a toddler will look different for each child even when in the same household. To avoid a toddler meltdown from not letting them color the walls with permanent markers, setup an artistic center. Cover a wall in their room with paper and let them use washable paint, toddler-safe markers, or an easy peel-n-stick chalkboard wallpaper. Be creative and have fun! Let go of some control. It?ll be great for your toddler?s emerging sense of self and your mental sanity. Schedule Toddler Rest and Snacks
Who does your baby turn into when they don?t get their full nap" Plan your schedule around your baby?s needs as best you can. Try not to interrupt their nap or scheduled mealtimes. Plan your outings and run errands when you know your baby won?t be too hungry or tired otherwise they?ll be easily agitated. Pack a hearty snack so they?re not grabbing at everything in the store.
Develop a Toddler Sleeping Routine
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