Toddler and Preschooler

Parents know that eggs are some of the healthiest foods considering all the nutrients they pack. But, is it ok for a toddler to eat eggs everyday? If so, how many eggs can they have daily? Find out here. What’s in an egg? Did you know that the humble egg, which is a common Filipino breakfast companion, […]

Toddlerhood and the “terrible twos.” At this age, most parents can now take a break from late-night feedings and breastmilk pumping. However, they face a new challenge: coming up with a healthy and balanced meal plan for their toddlers. Is this something you can relate to? Here’s a quick guide you can follow. https://hellodoctor.com.ph/parenting/toddler/nutrition/the-right-toddler-portion-sizes/ Tip 1: Remember […]

One of the most confusing parts of making a healthy and balanced diet plan for toddlers is portion control. Often, it's either our children eat too little or consume too much. Is there an easy way around it? Here's what you need to know about the right toddler portion sizes. https://hellodoctor.com.ph/parenting/toddler/nutrition/healthy-superfoods/ Why is portion control important? At a […]

Once your baby starts crawling – and especially when they begin to walk – you’ll have a tiny explorer within the house. With their latest ability, your baby will search every nook and cranny for a new adventure. For this reason, parents must make their house as toddler-proof as possible. Here are some tips for […]

Time flies by so fast when it comes to kids and their development; one moment, we couldn't put them down because they would get fussy, the next we can't catch them since they keep running. But, what if your toddler isn't walking yet? Should you be worried? Read on to learn more. https://hellodoctor.com.ph/parenting/toddler/toddler-milestones/developmental-milestones-toddler/ Each child has their […]

Your child’s vocabulary starts to significantly expand during toddlerhood (1 to 3 years old). But, what if they’re not yet talking at this stage? Here are some tips to get a toddler to start talking. Speech delay vs. language delay Before we discuss how to encourage toddlers to talk, let’s first define speech and language delay. Speech delay […]

Your family is enjoying a relaxing evening at home when suddenly, your child says a very inappropriate word. How do you respond when your toddler or preschooler swears? Here’s how to stop a child from saying bad words. Speech development in young children Talking about the best practices to stop a child from saying bad words requires […]

One of the most difficult parts of being a parent is disciplining your child. On one hand, it can be very difficult to say no to your little one, or to reprimand them. But on the other hand, setting limits and guidelines for behavior helps children become more responsible and respectful.  https://hellodoctor.com.ph/parenting/good-behavior-kids/ How do you go about […]

Spanking or hitting a child is an age-old form of punishment. For many parents, it's an effective way of correcting bad behavior. However, many child experts are against the idea, citing the negative effects of corporal punishment. Keeping this in mind, what are the other effective ways to discipline a child without hitting them? https://hellodoctor.com.ph/parenting/parenting-practices-in-the-philippines/ What is […]

As a parent, you are probably watching your child closely, checking whether they are meeting their developmental milestones: like their first word, first tooth, first step, and more. Here is a checklist of the normal patterns of development and health milestones that you can use as a guide. https://hellodoctor.com.ph/parenting/toddler/growth-development/toddler-assessment/ Theories on Child Development Theories on child development propose […]