General
Information for a 3 Year Old Baby:
Behavior
–
Be firm but reward good behavior. Encourage exploring and
independence, but keep firm limits. Use time out consistently.
Use "No" sparingly. Your child should be learning how to share
and to take turns.
Healthy
habits –
Try to encourage reading and try to limit TV watching. Introduce
your child to the library, and watch TV together. It is time to
have a bedtime routine including regular brushing. Give your child
small chores. Successful completion of tasks will build confidence.
It is never too early to protect your child from the sun. It is
time to start every 6 month visits to the dentist
Toilet
Training –
By age 3, most children are toilet trained. 85% are dry during
the day, and 65% are dry at night.
Development
-
Most 3 year old children know 250 words and can talk in three-word
sentences. Their speech is 75% understood by a stranger. They
can name 4 pictures and know 2 actions. They know their age, sex
and can name a friend. They can repeat three digits and nursery
rhymes. They can copy circles, and draw stick figures. They can
wash and dry their hands, build a tower of 8 cubes, and can imitate
a vertical line. They can undress themselves, climb stairs with
alternating steps and ride a tricycle. They can stand briefly
on one foot.
Diet
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Encourage all four food groups in your child's diet. If your
child does not like a particular selection, do not force it on
your child - just try again later. This is a good time to switch
to low fat milk. Avoid mealtime struggles. Snacks are important,
teach you child healthy eating habits by using fruits and vegetables
for in between snacks.
Safety Playtime -
Don’t forget about helmets, protective pads, or eye safety when
your child is out playing. Careful supervision is necessary when
playing near a street or where mowers or tools are around. Teach
your children to avoid strange pets.
General
-
Children love to climb. Secure bookshelves and appliances to the
walls. Curtain and appliance cords should be out of reach. Lock
poisonous substances in cabinets. The poison control center’s
number should be handy. Gates should be placed near stairs, and
windows should be secured.
Car
Seat –
At child is required to ride in a car seat until 40lbs or
4 years of age
Special
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It is time to teach your child good touch from bad touch.
Vaccinations
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