Got Toddler Questions?  Don’t Panic.  Here's All the Help you Need in Just 12 Handy Audio-CD Talks

 

Dr. Kuo MD, presenter of Caring for Your Baby From Birth to Age One, one of the Pediatric Leadership Alliance’s Young Pediatric Leaders of the 21^st Century, and proud father of two, carefully crafted this set of 12 25-minute educational segments to answer your toddler questions, with medically informed, fun, and practical guidance. 

 

Caring for Your Toddler, Ages One to Four, is the easiest and best way to educate yourself about toddler care.  Now you can learn from one of America’s leading pediatricians while running errands, commuting, or while at home.   It’s like an owner’s manual for your toddler, only portable—and hands free!

 

Instead of finding bits of scattered information on the internet or slogging through a stack of books, this audio course takes you through toddlerhood—A-to-Z.

 

What You’ll Learn

 

Toddler personalities: Who is your toddler and what makes him or her tick?  Learn how and why toddlers challenge limits, how they view you, and how they interact with their environment.

 

Development: The development of your toddler will amaze you.  Be prepared!  Dr. Kuo explains the milestones of toddler development.  You’ll get an insider’s perspective into what to expect from motor skill development, social interaction, cognitive development, speaking, and reading.  Learn to spot signs of Autism early.

 

Activities: What activities are most critical to your child’s development?  Dr. Kuo shares his experiences with you about the sort of activities you can enjoy and use to promote healthy growth.  Find out which activities can give your child a developmental edge and get ready for school.

 

Night time: How will you and your partner get a good night’s rest?  Gain an insider’s savvy into how to ensure your child will sleep well.  How should you deal with “night terrors”, bed wetting, nightmares, and other common night disturbances?

 

Feeding your toddler: Get ready for food to be thrown at you, the floor and elsewhere.  Can a toddler really be made to eat vegetables?  What can you do to ensure good eating habits and good nutrition without losing your mind?   You’ll find practical, realistic advice based on real medical evidence.

 

Toilet training:  Every child is different, but there are common pitfalls and classic mistakes you can avoid.  Did you know that you shouldn’t start toilet training until at least 18 months?  Find out why! Explore common reasons that toddlers resist toilet training and find out what you can do.

 

Discipline: How to teach your toddler to behave is a question that has plagued parents throughout recorded history.  Dr. Kuo gives useful guidance guaranteed to work—well, at least most of the time.  What really causes temper tantrums?  The latest psychological evidence might surprise you.  Do time outs work?  Yes, you can do it, and Dr. Dennis can help!

 

Safety: As your toddler hurls himself or herself into the world to try out new motor skills and explore the environment, how do you keep your toddler safe?  Find out important information like at what age our toddler will learn to unscrew a jar lid.  At what age can a toddler escape the crib?  What should you do if your child ingests a potentially harmful substance?  What about transitioning that car seat? 

 

Health:  Dr. Kuo rounds out the program by covering critical health issues.  What should you know about immunizations and check ups?  What about going to the dentist?  When should you take away the pacifier?  What common illnesses do toddlers get and what can you do at home and when should you call the doctor.  Did you know that toddlers catch 6-10 colds a year?  Explore fever, asthma, wheezing, ear infections, pink eye and more.

 

Most of all, this program teaches…Relax!  Enjoy your toddler.  This program is designed to help you be the best toddler parent possible.

 

Important notice

This program is intended to supplement the advice of your personal physician, whom you should consult about any medical condition you or your family may have.  The information contained in this program is not intended to serve as a replacement for professional medical advice and does not create a doctor-patient relationship.

 

Dr. Dennis Kuo is a third generation pediatrician and Pediatrics Fellow at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Kuo received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, and a Master of Health Science degree from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. He completed pediatrics residency at the University of North Carolina, served as a practicing pediatrician, and was appointed Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at New York Medical College. Dr. Kuo’s interests include parent education, trust in the physician-patient relationship, care for children with chronic illnesses, and child health advocacy. He has appeared on CBS Marketwatch, the Baltimore Sun, and in the New York Times on a variety of child health topics. Dr. Kuo is Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Ambulatory Pediatric Association, American Public Health Association, and AcademyHealth. Dr. Kuo was selected one of the Young Pediatric Leaders for the 21st Century by the Pediatric Leadership Alliance. His research has been published in several peer-reviewed publications, and his work has been recognized by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Kuo lives in Maryland with his wife, two energetic young daughters, and a small white furry dog.

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1. Introduction to Toddlers: Get Ready for Adventure!
2. Understanding Your Toddler: What Makes Toddlers Tick?
3. Toddler Development: Key Milestones You Need to Know
4. Cognitive Development and Preparing Your Toddler For School
5. Activities For Your Toddler: Each Day is a New Adventure
6. Daily Routines and Getting A Good Night’s Sleep
7. Feeding Your Toddler: Green Vegetables and Toddlers Do Mix
8. Behavior and Discipline: Teaching Your Child to Behave
9. Basic Principles of Toilet Training
10. Safety and Your Toddler
11. Managing Common Toddler Illnesses
12. Going to the Doctor: Mastering Your Toddler’s Health Check-Up

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