Does your toddler sleep less than your grandparents did?

Did you know? The amount of sleep your toddler gets may be linked to their behaviour, language development, and future weight.

Even with a well-established regular bedtime routine, there may be times when your toddler’s sleep is disrupted. Try these ideas to help deal with some of the common causes so you and your little one can enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep.

Did you know? Not getting enough sleep may lead to your toddler consuming extra calories.

Did you know? Being a good role model is the most effective way to get your toddler to try new food.

No matter how eager you may be there is no "right" age to start potty training your little one. After 12 months, your baby may start showing some signs of bladder or bowel control, but most toddlers aren't really ready until 18-24 months.

Did you know? Young children risk missing out on important outdoor play and activity when their time is spent watching television and in front of screens.

Good role models at family meals help your developing independent eater

Can you believe your little one is almost two years old? Your toddler is changing all the time now and probably already has some favourite games. As their second birthday approaches, you’ll notice their skill levels increasing, from coordinating their movements to communicating  their desires—and they may have a language explosion too! 

Learning how to read this food label will help you choose healthy, whole-grain options, with plenty of fibre, for your little one.

By one year of age, your little one should be eating a variety of foods from the four food groups in Canada's Food Guide. He’s likely discovering new tastes, textures and skills. As he continues to grow, new food challenges may arise. Variety becomes more important and eating as a family takes centre stage.

Looking at your child now, it’s hard to imagine the tiny new born you brought home from the hospital who did little more than feed, sleep, and fill diapers. They’ve come a long way and their second year will be an exciting time of developmental firsts. Get ready to be amazed by new skills that will have you beaming with pride (and reaching for your camera!).

Got a hungry toddler? Here are some hunger and fullness cues to watch out for during your toddler's development.

Mealtimes are a great opportunity for the family to come together to share food and enjoy each other’s company. In addition, family mealtimes have benefits beyond happy shared experiences—eating together with family members can teach your toddler healthy eating habits that may last a lifetime.

You’re half-awake at 4 am with a wide-awake baby in your arms and wondering if you’ll ever get a full night’s sleep again. Don’t worry, you will. Your baby will eventually learn to sleep through the night. You know this because  you eventually learned to sleep through the night when you were a baby. The tips below will help you and your baby adjust, as will what the Canadian Paediatric Society says about newborn sleep development any time of day ¾ or night!

From crawling to standing and taking their first steps, your baby is now moving quickly into toddlerhood and becoming more active and mobile all the time. Now that they are developing their imagination, navigation, and spatial awareness, why not try out these five activity ideas, either indoors or out?

Many children are afraid to try new foods, preferring to eat foods they are used to!

“How do I get my toddler to sleep?” is an age-old, universally asked question. Find out how other parents are doing it across the globe.

It’s difficult to find well-balanced meal ideas every day for your toddler. To help you, we’ve got a selection of toddler recipes, which can be adapted to the specific age and developmental stage of your toddler.