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As a parent, it is your responsibility to develop and build your toddler's self-esteem. Don't wait until your child is older to help him learn how special he is-start now if you have not already. Because everyone likes to be praised and acknoledged for a job well done, show your child will hugs, smiles and words of praise when he has done something well. Always try to focus on the positive and avoid negative feedback, when possible. Instead of telling your toddler what not to do, explain the correct method. Good communication skills will help your child's self esteem, confidence and relationships with others. Use kind words to get good results and build your child up. Smiles and happy facial expressions can also go a long ways towards developing your toddler's self-esteem.

Your toddler is very curious about the world around him! Listen to what your child has to say and always answer her questions. Toddlers often ask why the sky is blue or how to fix a broken toy. Most often, they do not understand how things work and we have to show them. Some toddlers will ask questions just to keep a conversation going. Your child might be able to respond to simple questions regarding their name, age, siblings names and colors, shapes and names of objects.

Children this age are more active than they have been and can actually begin to pedal tricycles. Remember to always provide a helmet to protect your child's head from falls. Your toddler can also throw a ball into a wastebasket or small hoop. Remember to give your child a variety of toys that encourage different types of development.

With the second birthday quickly approaching, you might notice that your child is ready to be toilet trained. Girls are often ready to train around two years old and most boys are ready around two and half. Do not rush toilet training and follow your child's lead. When you think that your child is ready to begin toilet training, make sure he knows the correct words. He needs to understand when he peed or urianted and pooped or had a bowel movement. Decide which words your family will use to describe these bodily functions. Make it easy for your child to toilet train by dressing him in loose-fitting clothes that are fast and easy to get down. Children often wait until the last minute to use the restroom and this will make it easier for him. Remember to praise your child when he uses the bathroom, but do not scold or punish for accidents or when he does not use the toilet. Encourage your toddler to sit on the toilet for a few seconds or minutes if they will, but it is best not to insist that your child sit on the toilet until he actually uses it because your child will soon become frustrated with sitting there.

Developmental Milestones - 23 Months Old

Physical

• Loves to climb
• Jumps well
• Runs well
• Can pedal a small tricycle
• Can throw a ball into a wastebasket

Intellectual

• Tries to ask questions during conversations
• Can answer simple questions
• Can put together a 4-6 piece puzzle
• Likes to read and turn pages

Emotional

• Likes to be with other children
• Does not share well
• Afraid of disapproval and rejection
• Interested in babies
• Likes to cuddle

Age Appropriate Toys

• Sand and water play
• Climbing toys
• Ride on toys
• Pretend play
• Dolls or stuffed animals
• Books
• Balls
• Alphabet toys
• Stringing beads
• Dolls
• Cars/trucks
• Dress up clothe

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luvbeingamom - Friday, 23 Oct
I guess we are moving.... see you 24 months!

RobinG - Friday, 23 Oct
J&Z my docs told me that the tests for flu and swine are not accurate ~ only 10-70% so even if it came back neg for swine it doesnt nec mean it isnt swine. That is why most docs dont even bother to test and unless they are severe the treatment is the same as regular flu. They said that while Daniel def has the flu they can only suspect it is swine so we are treating it as if it is esp since many out our way have it. With both boys. Hunter starts Tamiflu tonight to hopefully prevent (he is showing very early signs) fingers corssed he stays ok ~ hugs ((()))

RobinG - Friday, 23 Oct
Yeah Hunter is 2 today!!! SO scary how time flew by so fast :) Happy birthday to all our little sweet babies!!!!! Hugs all!!! Hugs to all the sick kiddos :( Sadly my older two have the flu, oldest is still down with fever going on day 5 and the middle dude is slowly getting better. Been a long week!! Hugs all!!

3rdtimer - Friday, 23 Oct
Oh yeah I guess maybe we're all moving to month 24 - boohoo! See you there.

3rdtimer - Friday, 23 Oct
Bek I'm sorry Katy's sick again. She seems to pick up all the gastro illnesses doesn't she. I really hope she gets well quickly and that the rest of you don't get it. I assume she had the rotavirus vaccine when she was smaller? I think it's part of the regular schedule now. I was a bit dubious about it at first because Clem's digestion seemed really 'off' for a couple of months after first having it (when he was 3 months old) but I do think it has stopped him from getting as many tummy bugs as his brothers would have had by this age. Touch wood..... Tammy I'm glad Zack is eating again, that's always reassuring and it will surely help his little body get a little strength and resilience back. Is the respiratory stuff anything to do with the DI? Or is it more like Joey with his asthma? **** Bri, sounds like Kekoa's party will be a good occasion. I think it depends where all your friends and family are at in regards to kids. If there are loads of kids at various ages it all becomes more difficult, plus by then everyone's a bit worn down by the experience of too many kids' parties! These days I would rather do something genuine for the parents or kid but avoid the party. Like, I sewed a pretty little shirt for my friend's daughter and maybe I'll make something for her son as well, later. I would love to be able to relax and have a few drinks and food in honour of a friend's child but that's just not possible when running after 3 of my own!

doublemama - Friday, 23 Oct
sorry for all the sick kiddoes...no fun!

Bri - Friday, 23 Oct
I was just looking at the calendar and it's going to be here before you know it! I just made my 34 and 36week appointments! WOW! After that it's weekly. Fun! Weekly trips to the hospital in December. YAY?

joeyandzacksmommy2007 - Friday, 23 Oct
Bri zack did have the flu that was confirmed but not what strain...he just can not catch it again..Katy seems to stay sick alot too as well as your family...i hope it passes for you too. well off to pick up our layaway ad to officially say wow christmas is right around the corner

Bri - Friday, 23 Oct
Great idea Bek! I'm going to try it. Of course I just had lunch and drank a lot so I'll do it later when my tummy is less full. HAHA! Sorry Katy is sick, that really sucks! I'm trying to keep the rest of us well. I hate winter. I hate cold and I most definately hate snow. HAHA! And all the sicknesses that come with it. Grrr!

Bek 30 - Friday, 23 Oct
BRI: When Katy was breech I was told buy the sonographer to drink really cold apple juice...mate did she bounce..I think I overdosed her on it..lol!!! I forgot to mention about Katie's b'day, she was in a filthy mood..lol, but she eventually came around when she seen the doll pram I bought her...awww..little witch~~~~ My poor little girl has been throwing up non stop all night, it's 4.30am and I am still washing, everytime I changed the sheets or put her in a different bed, she would spew all threw it again, I have washing coming outta my ears..not to mention the normal clothes that U had to wash today anyway..I am so hoping to catch a few winks...I spoke with mum last night, she has gone away..and apparently she is feeling very Ill..and now I am feeling sick, not sure if it is from the spew I was covered in though...ohh well lets wait and see if the rest of the family end up sick..hahaha

Bri - Friday, 23 Oct
Oh so, I just got back from the doctor's office. Alex is still breech and it's driving me crazy. I'm to go back in three weeks! The time frame between visits are getting shorter! HAHA! She said not to worry. That about 30% are breech at 30weeks so we'll see. But, I'm going to be a lot more yoga and starting icing his little head to get him to move. HAHA! That sounds awful but they say that putting a ice pack on the top will make them want to move south. It was a good visit though, in and out. I'll still keep praying that he moves.

Bri - Friday, 23 Oct
Tammy, I hope he stays well for a while. Poor little guy. I worry that he'll get the flu too, if he already hasn't.

Bri - Friday, 23 Oct
I don't know, I think it depends on the party. I like kid's parties. We're throwing a big party for Kekoa. For us it's just another reason for friends to come over, eat lots of good food and socialize. There will only be a handful of kids there. It'll be lots of fun. All our friends know each other and our parents. I've never been to a kid's party that I didn't know anyone and didn't care to be there.

joeyandzacksmommy2007 - Friday, 23 Oct
hey guys..as for the swine flu we still are not sure if that is what zack had but all his complications are that he did..as for the medically fragile its as far as i was told the years of being around the younger children so i am assuming up to school age. it scares me to death cuz she said it could be critical if he catches the flu or any other respitory dieases. he is crazy..one day he will be fine no coughing no runny nose so i let him outside to play for a bit cuz we have been stuck in this house and the next day he is in rough shape wheezing and coughing like before. the only good thing is today he is EATING like crazy. he has not ate since the day before the hospital stay. Meg..congrats on the new baby and you lo turning two..i have not gotten zack a gift yet but i think i am going to get him the ball pit from mickey mouse clubhouse cuz he loves balls....3rd i was told if you had the flu or swine flu they reccomend against you getting the shot so i will be careful that is why my boys have not gotten teh vaccination.

doublemama - Friday, 23 Oct
3rd ur not a killjoy at all..i so feel the same way, i hate being dragged out to them, the kid usually doesnt get it and oftentimes is cranky even from all the attn, having to miss their nap, etc and it just usually seems to be the mom doing the whole production for herself..when the kids are older and get it, and its their friends coming to truly celebrate im all for it. thats why im not throwing a big bash for my daughter's 2nd birthday, just the close fam that i know truly care, those are the people that SHE loves to see and have around anyway. as for her friends, she does have friends but of course isnt old enough to know who made it out to her birthday or not at this age, let alone that its her birthday lol.

3rdtimer - Friday, 23 Oct
Thanks Bek I'm glad you understand! Maybe it's not just me being a total cow. Life's too short. I might be a complete coward and send a text on the morning of the party... ugh I should've just been totally honest and said 'I don't do kids' parties'. But I did take the family to one of our other friends' son's party not long ago, however that was a 5y.o. who gets along well with my boys and it was a proper organised party for him and his guests with art activities and stuff, and the parents were just invited to hang around since they live up in the hills. Anyhow. I think I have a few brownie points up my sleeve with the friend who's having the party this weekend. I don't think it will make or break our friendship. I really do love her and her kids but I just don't think I can do this party.

Bek 30 - Thursday, 22 Oct
3rd: I totally understand...In those situations it sux. And I am always so polite that I say yes so I don't break the kids heart...but usually when the day arrives, Katy wakes in a bad mood, hubby is called in to work, and Dylan doesn't really wanna go, I will usually call them up in the morning and have an excellent excuse as to y I can't make it.... and they always fall for it...lol, I have even done it for funerals of family members..U know the ones that u don't go out of ure way to talk to, the only time u bump into them is at funerals and parties..u have a little convo so as not to appeear rude, and then go home and don't think of them again...I know I am slack..but sometimes I am just to tired to go..or I know my family will be ignored once u arrive cause u don't really come from money and drive the latest car, own the home cinema with surround sound and have all the latest technology....arghhhhh....yep the snobby ppl get to me...lol

Bek 30 - Thursday, 22 Oct
My mums work wants everyone immunised against the swine flu, but the nurses r refusing, as they said, not enough is known about the side effects yet...what could happen in 5-10 years down the track? every year their is a new strain that is deadlier then the last and Megaroni is right when she said the news r the ones blowing it all out of proportion, we have had ppl in our town die of it, just like we had a father of 3 die of chicken pox the day before fathers day. I was considering getting my kids immunised for it..but after what the nurses said, and my pead not being overly concerned about it, I'm not gonna do it, besides what effect does it have on ppl with heart problems?

3rdtimer - Thursday, 22 Oct
Oh it's so hard to know what to think about the H1N1. I haven't got us all vaccinated yet even though it's free, partly because I suspected we all had it some months back, and partly because I just haven't got around to it. I guess I should, it can't hurt (well you know what I mean). I got us all the seasonal flu shot around the start of winter Well tried to get it for Charlie and Jasper but the doctor messed up the prescriptions and then we never went back to get the right ones. It's so hard to find the time for those sorts of things. ***** Hey I need to have a little whinge about something even though it's petty. I have just had enough of birthday parties for other people's little kids. Being expected to drag the whole family along, bring a present and mingle with a bunch of mismatched people who barely know each other in celebration of a kid who is too young to care if he/she gets any more than a balloon and a cake with immediate family. I know, I sound like a real scrooge and killjoy. But I have too much else going on in my life! Sorry. One of my dearest friends is having a party, combined, for her 1 and 3 year olds this weekend. She lives about 1/2 an hour away so that's an hour round trip to drag the lot of us down to have our big boys tell me they're bored, Clem to be high maintenance and me and Andy to make polite conversation with people we probably saw last at her son's last party. I love my friend and after putting it off for a while i said yes we'd go. But her kids couldn't care less whether we went or not! Who's it for really? I don't really get it. Oh sorry girls. Pathetic of me isn't it. Give me something real to complain about eh?

Bri - Thursday, 22 Oct
The H1N1 is not just hype here in WA. People are literally dying everyday. Yesterday two people died from it, a young child and a new father. Well, he was a father of three but the youngest was not even a year old. As you all know my brother's friend almost died last month from it. My husband has had two of his direct reports in the hospital for it and several others in the company have had it. It's becoming serious here in WA. Even in Pasco, one of the people that died the other day was in Pasco....the next city over from where Bita is. I'm going to the doctor's office tomorrow morning. I'm hoping they have the vaccine because it's becoming scary. I don't want to leave the house. I sanitize everything. We only go to our local outdoor parks which aren't in much use this time of year. I guess people don't want to go out when it's gloomy or raining. HAHA! Anyways, I hope everyone is having a good night. I'm beat. My vaginal area is killing me today so after Kekoa goes to sleep I'm headed for the bath. I'm hoping a warm bath will help sooth things. I don't remember this pain last time though. I'm hoping I just pulled something and tomorrow I will be fine. The park was Hell today but Kekoa needed the outdoor time.

luvbeingamom - Thursday, 22 Oct
cnc - thats great that you are getting it checked out, i am sure it will do wonders for your ease of mind. hopefully it isn't anything to be concrned over!

luvbeingamom - Thursday, 22 Oct
Thanks Bri! I will manage through, and despite my challenges i know i am on a better/good path now. Today craig acted like nothing happened, except that is prob for the best being Jake's birthday and all. We did have a nice dinner with my mom, brother and his girlfriend. Jake had his cupcake and got a few small gifts. (mainly bath toys). it was a great night esp after the day i had. If you didn't see on facebook already, i found out another employee was stealing from us. Sadly, the brother of the guy we caught a few months back. It breaks my heart. They seemed like such sweet kind wonderful people then we see them just taking. It is so sad. Plus i think the 3rd brother is also stealing but he stole beer. UGH! We have to restaff the evening/weekends now. ****** J&Z - We can move when everyone is ready! ******* Megaroni - congrats on your new LO. That is great that Megan is doing so well with her. It is nice when they can do that, makes it so much easier! :-) ****** 3rd, we do have the vaccine here. I have been debating getting it. I have never gotten the kids the flu shot and i don't get it either. I know this flu sucks, but we had it the end of the last season already. I am also taking the extra care to try to prevent getting anything. Vitiamins, OJ, eating right, and enough lysol and hand sanatiser to clean the Redskins's stadium :-) did you all get the shot? do you usually get the shot?

3rdtimer - Thursday, 22 Oct
cncmom - good to know your doctor is not concerned about your son's speech but also that you're getting it thoroughly checked out. Better safe than sorry and if nothing else you can get some reassurance. ****** Tammy that must be scary about Zack being labelled medically fragile, like Double said it's tough as a mum to hear that sort of thing no matter how useful it may be to the medical profession. Did they mean that he is 'fragile' indefinitely or until he gets over this latest hurdle? I'm so sorry that you're heading into winter with all those cold and flu germs ahead of you.

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