'Give me a child until he's seven, and I will give you the man'?

Establishing the foundations of communication now will be a big help in years to come. Remember it's a gradual process! As they near their 5th birthday, your child will be able to explain some of their thoughts to you, and begin learning how to solve their own (very minor) problems. But in the beginning, a toddler craves security above all else.

• Why Is Security So Important For Toddlers?
• Giving Your Toddler A Sense Of Security
• Financial Security: Plan Ahead For Your Toddler
  
  
• Listening So Your Preschooler Will Talk
• Parenting Preschoolers: 3 Steps To Active Listening
• Problem-Solving With Preschoolers
  
  
• Give Your Toddler Praise That Works!
• Build Your Toddler's Confidence Through Praise
• Mistaken Beliefs About Praising A Preschooler
  
  
• 1-4 Yrs: Don't Give Your Child A 'Label' For Life
• 1-4 Yrs: New Message, Better Behaviour