How to deal with certain curve balls in parenthood
How to deal with certain curve balls in parenthood
How to deal with certain curve balls in parenthood, includes how to get rid of baby’s dummy, get baby to sleep in their own bed, how to introduce solids, how to get your child to eat vegetables and many more.
Question: How to get rid of baby’s dummy?
Answer: Weaning baby off the dummy is a negotiation, and the decision should ultimately be made by the child. It can happen between 3-5 years of age. You can also try pretend you cant hear baby with the pacifier in his/her mouth.
Question: How to introduce solids?
Answer: Usually solids are introduced between 4 and 6 months. Starch needs to be baby’s main food group, so its best to use mashed potato and baby cereal. Begin with 1/2 teaspoons a day and increase to about 1/4 of a cup 5 times a day. Then move on to fruit and veggies. At 7-8m baby needs soft protein like mince, and it should be bland food.
Question: How to move your child from your bed to his/her own?
Answer: Tell your child in advance that he will no longer be sleeping in your bed, and speak to him/her regarding any fears the child has with sleeping alone. Afterwords DO NOT go back on your word.
Question: How to make your child’s first day at school easier?
Answer: Have confidence as a parent and be positive, therefore making him/her less anxious. Tell your child in advance what to expect and maybe even take him/her to the school a few days before school starts. Do not have a long emotional goodbye!!!
Question: How to make your child eat their vegetables?
Answer: Let your child try out new veggies at his own pace. Put a new veggie with another veggie he likes. You can make stews, stir fries or even liquidise the vegetables.
Question: How to stop your child from begging for sweets at the shops:
Answer: set boundaries and consequences. if the child fails to adhere. Don’t take him/her along when they are hungry, and take fruit with on a shopping trip.
[Some facts taken from Living and Loving March 2011]
