Try to understand yours, and fit stimulating learning activities into a child's most observant times. No more than 30 minutes at this age. She can help take off her clothes, feed herself, drink from a cup and wash her hands. Invent stories with your child in them. Children will come to cherish and rely on these.
Immunizations protect children from disabling or life threatening diseases.
If your child gets behind the recommended schedule of immunizations, call the health department or your health provider. Children who visit the doctor are sick less. Children of family members who smoke have a higher risk of ear infections and colds. Brush teeth after each meal to prevent tooth decay. Babies are not physically ready until at least two years of age, and starting earlier can be very stressful.