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Pajama Party
At bedtime, ask your child to put “jammies” (pajamas) on her favorite nighttime
cuddly toy. An old baby gown or shirt can be used for the cuddly toy’s pajamas.
Talk about how the clothes go over the head and through the arms.
Help her snap, button, or zip the jammies, if needed.
Then, encourage her to remove her own clothes to put on her jammies.
Tuck your child and her pajama-buddy into bed. Sweet dreams!
Mirror, Mirror
Make the bathroom “user friendly” for a three year old with these ideas:
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Put a hook low on the wall near the sink for your child’s washcloth or towel.
Place a sturdy stepstool next to the sink.
Make sure the toilet paper roll is easy to reach.
Have a small bucket for holding pump or bar soap, a drinking cup, a toothbrush,
and toothpaste.
Lower the temperature on the hot water heater to avoid scalding!
Pearly Whites
Use this simple recipe to make homemade toothpaste: Mix a small amount
of baking soda, water, and a few drops of peppermint or lemon extract
Help your child brush with the toothpaste, rinse, and spit.
Invite your child to try toothpastes of different colors and flavors.
Encourage her to choose a favorite toothpaste and brush regularly with
your help.
For safety, after brushing teeth, be sure to put toothpaste out of your
child’s reach.
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