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Your say: Should toddlers play sports?Should children as young as two-years-old be enrolled in sports programs?

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How to avoid a supermarket tantrumThe simple answer to this is you can't. When kids decide to scream blue murder because, well, there doesn't even need to be a reason, they will! But there are some things you can do to try and prevent the situation and/or deal with it without losing your mind. Kids of 'helicopter' parents more prone to depressionAttention all helicopter parents! Time to stop fussing and hovering over your precious tots – it’s officially bad for their development and future happiness. Ten easy toilet training stepsToilet training is a personal matter for you and your toddler. There are no hard and fast rules about when to start, except that you should take the lead from your child - he needs to ready TV and video games before bed cause kids' sleeping problemsWatching television or playing video games could cause children to have trouble falling asleep and experience nightmares, a US study has found. Introducing your toddler to the new babyYour new baby has arrived and you're thrilled but don't be surprised if your first child isn't as excited as you are. Here are ten ways to speed up the sibling bonds.

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Toe-walkingMichael Copeman answers a query about this toddler habit

Avoiding colds and flu this winterFollow our guide to reducing how often coughs and colds show up at your house.

Fussy eaters: Invite an iguana to breakfastSome parents are so anxious to ensure their children are getting a decent diet that they resort to all sorts of tricks and tactics to make them eat. Watch this video to see how this clever dad encourages his son Logan to eat his morning cereal by inviting a three-foot long rhinoceros iguana named...

Deconstructing temper tantrumsThere could prove to be method behind your toddler's madness, according to US researchers who have discovered a theory behind your child's temper tantrums.

How to deal with schoolyard sicknessNits, worms, sticky eyes, warts... you name it, these minor ailments spread quickly through the schoolyard. But take heart ' they can be treated.

TV and video games before bed cause kids' sleeping problemsWatching television or playing video games could cause children to have trouble falling asleep and experience nightmares, a US study has found.

Toddler drownings on the increase in AustraliaToddler drownings are increasing in Australia, with 33 children under the age of five drowning in 2009 alone.

Preschoolers want to be thin, study findsGirls as young as three years of age are already worried about being fat and are emotionally invested in staying thin, a small study in the US has found.

10 habits for every toddlerHe's probably more interested in getting his hands grubby at the moment, but teaching your toddler healthy habits like hand-washing now means he'll be more likely to carry them on when he's older.

Bedtime techniques for problem sleepersIf your toddler's finding it hard to fall asleep alone, you need to establish a bedtime routine. Here are a few methods to try out

Simple smile saversWhy it's important to care for your toddler's teeth.

Better than you thinkYour toddlers diet of fish fingers or jam sandwiches may seem unhealthy, but she could be getting far more nutrients than you realise.

Baby's first real shoesWhen it comes to dealing with teeny, tiny feet, you don't want to hinder those precious growing bones or damage their developing arches. Get their shoes right so they step off on the right foot at the very start!

Screams in the nightWaking up to hear your toddler screaming and thrashing around in bed is a scary experience, but it's more than likely he's suffering from a night terror.

Brushing upTeeth cleaning and visits to the dentist can seem daunting at first - to both you and your littlie. Here's how to make it (almost) easy

Sticks and stonesKids may be quick to break a bone but the good news is they're usually pretty quick to heal, too - unlike poor mum or dad.

Healthy for LifeFive little habits that can make a big difference.

Home hazardsYour little one is the most precious thing to you, so keep her out of harm's way by following these simple dos and don'ts.

Toddler toothy pegsAre your toddler's teeth in tip-top condition? As well as brushing them regularly, there are plenty of things you can do to help keep them strong and healthy...