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Toddler

From helping your child learn to talk by chatting, reading and playing together, to encouraging them to be physically active, this section has lots of helpful information.

Learning to talk

Boost your child's confidence in communicating and talking with these easy tips and fun activities.

Toddler tips and advice

How to take care of your baby or toddler's teeth

Help your little one maintain a lifetime of healthy smiles by teaching them good dental habits, such as regular brushing and not eating or drinking too much sugar.

Help your toddler with their emotions

How you interact with and support your toddler as they get older helps them to manage their big feelings.

Playtime activities and bonding with your toddler

Playtime is really important for your child's development. It's also a great way to bond too. Check out some activity ideas you can do together.

Recipe and meal ideas

Check out our delicious recipe and meal ideas for babies and toddlers - including weaning recipes, finger foods, snacks and first tastes.

Vaccinations for children

Find out when your child is due their vaccines from the age of 1.

Visit the Best Start in Life parent hub

The new Best Start in Life parent hub brings together information and support for every stage of your child's early years and beyond.

It's where you can:

  • find out about government childcare support schemes
  • use the childcare support eligibility checker
  • get details on breakfast clubs and wraparound childcare
  • learn the key skills your little one needs to start reception
Visit the Best Start in Life parent hub

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