Category Archives: Toddler

Toddlers, well the word is synonymous with energy. Always toddling around, this age group is very crucial for the development of the children.

They explore everything, and there are so many questions that keep arising in your head. Am I late for potty training? What do I give my child to eat, he doesn’t eat anything? Fun activities, please? And the list is endless.

We have it all covered. In case you want us to write anything specific, please let us know, and our pediatricians and parents’ community will definitely write on that soon. You can write to us at info@drdad.in

6 tips to make hand hygiene fun for children

hand washing kids

Kids often forget to wash their hands and touch their mouth, face, eyes after coming home from the outdoors. Hand washing has become one of the most essential habits since the onset of Covid-19 and the pandemic has brought out the importance of following good hand hygiene. Although most of us have invariably started to follow this ritual regularly, […]

Nutrition for kids: Guidelines for a healthy diet

Nutrition for kids

When it comes to childhood growth,  the consideration of each nutrient and the role it plays in the diet is essential. If you are aware of the requirements and in what meals you get those balanced elements, there would be a massive improvement in kids’ diet plans. 1. Protein Protein is the most vital ingredient […]

Extra spacing between letters can boost children’s reading speed

kid reading

A new study has found that a child’s reading speed can be improved by increasing space between the letters in a text. The findings of the study were published in the journal ‘Research in Developmental Disabilities’. The research, led by Dr Steven Stagg of Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), examined the benefits of letter spacing and […]

Study finds what makes children fussy eaters

fussy eater

A new study from USC, the University of South Australia, and the University of Queensland has provided a better understanding of what influences fussy eaters, and what is more likely to increase or decrease picky eating in children under 10. The findings of the research were published in the ‘International Journal of Environmental Research and […]

5 Toys You Should Not Buy for Your Kids

5 Toys You Should Not Buy for Your Kids

Children find happiness in their world of toys, and rightly so, they are kids; bright squeaky toys will always attract them. But since they are slowly turning into toddlers, there are certain toys that you as a parent should avoid buying them. This post will be about which types of toys that you should definitely […]

That Screen is taking away your kid’s sleep.

watching baby on mobile device

Having a tablet and phone in any household is a new norm. You technically can’t function in today’s world without these. And while this is maybe so true for Adults, Children can function without them, and that too much better. Looking at the benefits children get through the apps and material available on these devices, […]

10 amazing facts about fever and five things to be cautious about.

fever and cautions

The normal body temperature varies from person to person. On average, the normal body temperature ranges between 36.5-37.5°C. Any increase in temperature above the normal range can be a sign of fever. The normal body temperature varies from person to person. On average, the normal body temperature ranges between 36.5-37.5°C. Any increase in temperature above […]

10 Everyday Chores so that Your Kids Learn Basic Discipline

Parenting Kids by Dr Dad

When your child is growing, you must make him learn the essential discipline in life. Agree with it, or not chores play a significant role to shape your kids’ character and inculcate within them a sense of responsibility and integrity. This post will give you a list of such chore ideas which you can teach […]