Wellness - General Health | 0-18 yrs
Habits That Hurt Your Toddler's Health
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As a parent, you should keep in mind that with each passing day, your toddler will pick up habits that will either please you or annoy you.
Habits are usually born out of your toddler’s attempts to fight boredom and fatigue. Childhood habits disappear over time but some, like binge eating and nail biting, might be harmful for your child’s health.
So, how do you deal with such habits in your toddler? This ClipBook is a compilation of tips and ways that will help you deal with the same.
Bad Habits That Can Hurt Your Kid's Health
Kids learn how to feel about their bodies, abilities, everything from what you say and do. They are likely to imitate your actions. The most powerful way to teach your kids healthy habits is not by rewarding or punishing them. Instead, act in a po...
Thumb Sucking
Toddlers have a natural urge to suck. Thumb-sucking can become a habit in babies and young children who use it to comfort themselves when they feel hungry. In most cases, thumb-sucking after age 5 is in response to an emotional problem or other di...
Biting
Biting is a very common behaviour among toddlers. There are ways to curb this habit. Read on to know more.
Hair Pulling
Some children start pulling their hair when they are upset. It is their way of expressing frustration and anger. Read the article to know how to tackle the problem.
Chewing
Many kids like to chew on things out of curiosity. But when this becomes a habit, what should you do?
Teeth-Grinding
Children grind teeth for many reasons, from stress to medical conditions such as cerebral palsy. In some cases, it resolves by itself. But, if the condition persists, it can have many effects on the child's health. Read the article to know how to ...
