Gary Poster, with essential assists from Galyn Norwood, Phiroon Phihakendr, Jose Quijada, Pavandeep Kalra. The sensual pleasure of air against skin may be enticement enough, but often there's more going on.
Kids love to practice new skills, and once they get good at one, they like to do it over and over.
Pulling her arms out of her sleeves or slipping off her leggings are among the things a toddler this age can master. When her antics present practical problems, distraction usually works much better than a simple no. If your toddler starts tugging on her tights at a party, for example, pick her up to go see who's at the door. Indulge her when you can, too, with opportunities to undress constructively, such as before a bath. Copyright 2001, The Parenting Group.