Caring for a toddler can raise many questions. Find tips on how you can start to build healthy habits for your toddler. Explore resources to support you in managing your toddler’s behaviours.
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Overview
Toddler health and wellness
- Hearing health for toddlers
- Childproofing your home for a toddler
- Preparing your toddler for health care visits
- Care for toddlers' colds and coughs
- Acetaminophen use in young children
- Ibuprofen use in young children
- Food and nutrition for infants, children and youth
- Breastfeeding your toddler
- Physical activity for the early years, children and youth
Dental care
Beginning dental care early is important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a lifetime.
- Brushing and flossing a child's teeth
- Dental care for your infant and toddler (HealthLinkBC File #19)
- Dental care and teething for toddler
Challenging behaviours
A toddler’s newfound independence can cause them to test your boundaries. They may throw tantrums or start crying. By setting firm and fair boundaries, you’ll help your child understand what they can or cannot do.