

My Toddler
It's Toddler Time!
Wow – the toddler years bring so much enjoyment!
Step by step your little one becomes more independent. Her unique little character gradually starts to become clearer and shine. Do however get ready for tantrums, toilet training, and endless questions as you all journey together through the toddler years.
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Your Toddler’s Nutrition – A Guide to What, When and How Much?
Your little one is growing up and their nutritional needs are changing. Learn what foods are best to support your toddler, when to feed them and how much they need.
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Video: Talking with Your Toddler Helps Them Develop
Haynes, , Toddler, Toddler Development & Milestones, mum+, Video, 0Talking and communicating with your toddler can help them develop their language and communication skills. In this video, parents...
Video: The Importance of Playing and Reading with Your Toddler
Haynes, , Toddler, Toddler Development & Milestones, mum+, Video, 0This short video explores the importance of reading with your toddler, playing together and why a playgroup may benefit...
Animation: Toddler Sleep Timeline
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Development & Milestones, mum+, 0Your toddler's sleep patterns will change between 1 and 3 years old. Learn what to expect in this short...
Understanding & Responding to Your Toddler’s Behaviour
Haynes, , Toddler, Toddler Behaviour, Parent Help, 0The experts at Parent Help share techniques to help your toddler solve problems, deal with others around them and...
Video: The Truth About Toddler Toilet Training
Haynes, , Toddler, Toddler Development & Milestones, mum+, 0Toilet training is a key milestone in your child's development. Parents share their experience and advice in this short...
Punishment Doesn’t Work – Help Your Kids Instead
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Behaviour, First 1000 Days, Nathan Mikaere-Wallis, 0Neuroscience and parenting educator Nathan Mikaere-Wallis explains how helping your child can encourage good behaviour
The experts from Parent Help discuss the 'Time In' strategy that empowers children to calm down, self-soothe and work...
Mealtime Strategies for Your ‘Selective’ Eater
Haynes, , Toddler, Toddler Nutrition, Future Foody, 0Nutritionist - and mum - Larissa from Future Foody shares her expertise to make mealtimes with a fussy eater...
Your Guide to Communication When Your Child Has Hearing Loss
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler Health & Wellbeing, Deaf Children NZ, 0You may feel confused and overwhelmed when thinking about communicating with your child after a hearing loss diganosis. Let...
Video: When Your Toddler Wants to Run Away Toddlers love to scamper around and explore but this isn't always...
Video: Encouraging Your Child to Stay Away from the Road
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Behaviour, mum+, 0Video: Encouraging Your Child to Stay Away from the Road Kids love to play but they don't often understand...
Video: Coping When Your Child Has Health Issues
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Development & Milestones, mum+, 0Video: Coping When Your Child Has Health Issues It's normal to feel powerless when your children are unwell. A...
Video: Accepting Help From Friends & Family
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Development & Milestones, mum+, 0Video: Accepting Help From Friends & Family Parenting is easier when you can share the load. This short video...
Video: Follow These Safety Tips When Your Toddler Moves to Their Big Bed
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Development & Milestones, mum+, 0Video: Follow These Safety Tips When Your Toddler Moves to Their Big Bed Moving from their cot to a...
Video Series: Handling Fighting, Jealousy & Squabbles
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Behaviour, Video, 0Toddler tantrums are normal, common and...frustrating. These short videos from Kiwi parents share tips on how to deal with...
Video: How to Communicate with Your Toddler to Help Them Learn
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Development & Milestones, mum+, 0Video: How to Communicate with Your Toddler to Help Them Learn This video shows how communicating with toddlers helps...
Video: Low-Cost Play Ideas Play doesn't need to cost much at all! This two minute video gives heaps of...
Video: How to Tell If Your Toddler Is Eating Enough
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Nutrition, mum+, 0Video: How to Tell If Your Toddler Is Eating Enough Toddler's often refuse food and you may worry if...
Video: Why Time to Play Is so Important for a Child’s Development
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Development & Milestones, Video, 0Video: Why Time to Play Is so Important for a Child's Development Playtime for kids shouldn't be an afterthought...
How to Support Your Toddler’s Growing Independence
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Development & Milestones, mum+, 0How to Support Your Toddler’s Growing Independence So your toddler wants to do everything themselves now? Learn how to...
Strategies for Handling Sibling Rivalry
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Behaviour, Katherine Tarr, 0Strategies for Handling Sibling Rivalry Sibling rivalry is more or less inevitable. Child & Family Psychologist Katherine Tarr explains...
Animation: How Your Toddler Develops Language





Speech and language develop at high-speed during the toddler years. Learn how you can support your talking toddler in...
Feeding Your Fussy Eater is Easier with These Expert Tips
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Nutrition, Charlotte Chapman, 0Expert nutritionist, educator and mum Charlotte Chapman shares fantastic tips for feeding the fussy little ones in your household
Try These Food & Nutrition Tips While Travelling with Your Kids
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Nutrition, Charlotte Chapman, 0Expert nutritionist, educator and mum Charlotte Chapman shares advice on maintaining consistent nutritional habits when travelling with your little...
Animation: How To Keep Your Toddler Healthy: Your Guide To Serving Sizes




How much do you need to feed your growing toddler? What's a serving size? See our guide for advice...
Your Toddler’s Nutrition: A Guide to What, When & How Much?





Your Toddler's Nutrition: A Guide to What, When & How Much? Ah your toddler suddenly needs more food! Reading...
Video Series: Dealing with Your Toddler’s Temper Tantrums
Siobhan Friel, , Toddler, Toddler Behaviour, Video, 0Video Series: Dealing with Your Toddler's Temper Tantrums Toddler tantrums are normal, common and...frustrating. These short videos from Kiwi...
Toilet Training Your Child: The Ultimate Guide




A life without nappies awaits on the other side of toilet training! Let us get you there quicker with...
Mealtimes with your toddler will be much easier after reading these tips. We cover fussy eaters, advice on timing...
Video: What to Do When Your Toddler Isn’t Listening



Video Series: What to Do When Your Toddler Isn't Listening Sometimes toddlers just do not listen! But...what about parents?...
Many toddlers can go through a stage of biting. Check out this video giving advice on how to curb...
Video: How to Stop Your Kids Fighting with Each Other






Video: How to Stop Your Kids Fighting with Each Other Sibling fighting - whilst normal - can be distressing...
Video Series: How to Manage Your Toddler at Bedtime




Video Series: How to Manage Your Toddler at Bedtime Managing bedtime with a toddler can feel like fighting a...
Video Series: How to Travel with Your Toddler without Losing Your Cool





Travelling with toddlers can be very...challenging. Kiwi parents like you share their stories and advice in these short videos
Video Series: Eczema Care For Your Toddler







Eczema Care For Your Toddler (Video Series) Eczema is uncomfortable and itchy but there are steps you can take...
Video: How To Keep Your Child’s Teeth Healthy






Video: How To Keep Your Child's Teeth Healthy Awesome tips from a dental expert are in this video from...
Video Series: Watch How Your Child Develops from 1 – 5 Years Old





Video Series: Watch How Your Child Develops from 1 - 5 Years Old Learn about your childs development from...
Toddler Sleep Issues : Top 5 Solutions




Need help with your toddlers' sleep? Expert consultant Emma Purdue solves the top 5 issues that toddlers have with...
Nutrition expert and Kiwi mum Dr. Cath Conlon gives plenty of actionable advice on how you can encourage your...
Handling Toddler Sleep Anxiety




Sleep consultant Emma Purdue discusses sleep anxiety in toddlers and provides expert help so the whole family can get...
Toddler Sleep Success: Making the Move From Cot to Bed




Baby and toddler sleep expert Emma Purde shares great advice on helping your child move from a cot to...
How Much Screen-Time Is Ok for Your Toddler?






How Much Screen-Time Is Ok for Your Toddler? How much screen-time is healthy? Educator and mum to 2-year old...
Checking Your Childs Vision: What To Look For Learn the signs that your child may have problems with their...
How to Choose an Early Childhood Education Centre




How to Choose an Early Childhood Education Centre The right start in education is crucial for your child. Read...
Make Your Own Playdough at Home with This Recipe











Make Your Own Playdough at Home with This Recipe Kids will love making their own playdough at home. This...