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Month 20 Newsletter from pampers.com
I'M NOT EATING THAT!
If feeding your toddler is a bit of a battle at the moment, take the snacking route. Toddlers' mealtimes are generally short-lived affairs at this age because there are so many other, more fun and interesting things to do. Worrying over every morsel of food your child consumes sends out the wrong messages. It simply turns mealtimes into stressful, unpleasant experiences and may create early, negative food associations in your toddler. It's much better to take a relaxed approach to feeding and offer lots of nutritious snacks throughout the day if your little one is off his meals. Keep in mind that as he grows, your toddler's needs are constantly changing and his appetite is affected by a whole number of different circumstances. A sudden growth spurt can result in a voracious appetite on one day, and the slightest cold may turn him completely off food the next. Some kids generally love food, and will fall to pieces if a lunch is served a bit late. While others think nothing of skipping meals altogether. Don't blow mealtime battles out of proportion. In most cases, feeding issues resolve themselves naturally in time if you maintain a flexible and relaxed attitude. But if you do have real concerns, seek advice from your GP or health visitor who will be able to put your mind at rest and suggest lots of helpful strategies to improve your little one's eating habits.

What is this little pot-belly all about?
POTBELLY BLUES Concerned about your baby's potbelly and arched back? Don't be. A toddler's posture does look odd from an adult perspective, but it's perfectly normal. Your child won't always have a potbelly. He'll have that swayback posture with the protruding tummy into his third year. Then he will gradually straighten up and his tummy will tighten.

Is your child eating a balanced diet?
EATING RIGHT It's a good idea to let your GP or health visitor know during routine checks what your child is eating at this age. If you provide your baby with balanced meals that contain protein such as meat or cheese, carbohydrate such as pasta or rice, and a good selection of fresh fruit and vegetables, his diet is probably fine. Overall weight gain will tell your doctor or health visitor if your child is eating enough. Your GP can recommend vitamin supplements if you're concerned that your toddler isn't getting enough fruit and vegetables.

FYI: Check with your doctor before giving your baby vitamins. Too much of certain vitamins and minerals can be toxic. And don't give your baby adult vitamins. There are vitamins specifically formulated for young children.

QUICK TIP: For a fussy eater, putting small bits of food in an ice cube tray adds intrigue to meals, and small amounts in each space may seem less overwhelming to him. Fruit bits, cubes of cheese, pieces of pasta, cereal, croutons and cooked vegetables are all good ideas for this meal-in-a-tray. Remember, fussy eaters are overwhelmed by large food plates in front of them.

What to do when he just won't go to bed
MAKING BEDTIME EASIER Putting a toddler to bed at this age is not for the fainthearted. The time-honoured ritual of snuggling up in a rocking chair and reading a bedtime story certainly helps. And a special blanket or teddy bear has probably become an important part of your child's bedtime. You might feel a bit embarrassed about your baby's security blanket or toy, especially if it looks tatty and worn. In reality, a well-loved security object shows others that your child has been looked after well at home and that you've helped him start relying on his own inner strength. And don't worry, most children outgrow them by school age.

FYI: Children are different - some have a more vivid imagination than others. Children with security objects are as happy and bright children than those without. Those who invent imaginary friends tend to be bright and creative children.

The vegetarian toddler
NUTRITIONAL BALANCING ACT If your family is vegetarian, you should take extra care to ensure that you're eating balanced meals. You may even want to consult a nutritionist. Your GP can probably refer you to one. It's critical that children get all the nutrients they need for their busy, growing bodies. Minerals, B vitamins, and, in the case of a vegan diet, calcium, are all nutrients likely to be low unless you take special care. Egg yolks and dark-green vegetables are good sources of iron, and whole grains offer B vitamins. Be aware that a young child needs 30 to 50 per cent of his calories as fat, a much higher proportion than is needed by older children and adults.

How to make your own playdough
GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY Toddlers love new experiences, and for most, there's nothing more fun than getting nice and grubby playing with water, mud or anything else they can get their hands into! Make the most of this carefree, inquisitive phase by encouraging messy play that teaches your child about different the different properties, textures and smells of safe, everyday substances. Why not take a few minutes to make your own playdough. Follow this simple recipe, and let your toddler help spooning out the flour and pouring in the water:

150g (6oz) plain white flour

300ml (12 pint) warm water with a few drops of food dye

75g (3oz) salt

1 tbsp of vegetable oil

2 tsp cream of tartar

Put all the ingredients into a large saucepan. Place over a medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and forms a ball of dough. Scrape out the dough, allow it to cool a little, and knead it until all ingredients are evenly distributed and you're left with a smooth ball of dough. Add some water if the dough is too stiff, or dust with flour if too sticky. When cold, store your playdough in an airtight container or a zip-lock food bag in a cool, dry place.

Remember that at this young age, your toddler may be tempted to put pieces of dough into his mouth. So never leave him alone with playdough. Teach him that it is not for eating, and encourage him to bury his fingers in it, mould, pat, chop up and decorate this fascinating new play thing.

Cooking for fun
If mini-pizzas made with bread rolls and cheese sound good to you, then how about making some together? Get out all the ingredients and let your toddler in on the fun. You prepare, he adds the cheese. You put them under the grill, he puts them in his mouth!

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