Fruit, fish, dairy, carbs...your little one needs lots of tasty treats to help them grow. But how much is too much? This month we look at what makes up a good toddler diet, as well as the importance of a beaker in keeping teeth healthy...
You and your baby
Month 21 news
Trousers on inside-out, head pushing through the arm hole...yes, as your little one wants to become more and more independent, you may now be seeing them start to try and dress themselves. Often with varying degrees of success! This independence also comes through in their play as their little imaginations run free and they start to play on their own a bit more.
The Expert View
Toddlerhood is an amazing stage. Your little one is developing via some wonderfully hectic and energetically chaotic moments! With all that growth and change, no wonder diet is so vital. But what exactly does your toddler need? We've put together a list of dos and don'ts for all the vital food groups.
When it comes to temper tantrums, prevention is better than cure. Try to keep to a routine as much as possible to avoid overtiredness. And if you're out shopping, try to keep trips as short as possible so your toddler doesn't feel rushed, frustrated or bored...
With developing imaginations and more active days, toddlers don't always get the 12-14 hours sleep they need. But we've got tips to help everyone sleep a little tighter.
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You can talk about routines or anything else that's on your mind with expert mums. Our Careline team are available 24/7 via our live chat, by phone and by email. Remember, we're always on hand to help.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Breast milk is best for babies and breastfeeding should continue for as long as possible. SMA® PRO Growing Up Milk is suitable for young children from 1-3 years, SMA® ORGANIC Growing Up Milk and SMA® ADVANCED Growing Up Milk are suitable for young children from the 12th month, as part of a healthy balanced diet and these are not a breast milk substitutes.
