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Physical activity can be spread over the day, in short bursts and interspersed with periods of rest, as toddlers tire quickly, especially with prolonged physical activity. The DH classifies physical activity into three types: sedentary, light intensity and more energetic. Light intensity activity and more energetic physical activity
Sleep: Make sure your toddlers gets about 12 hours sleep in each 24 hours – toddlers perform better if they are getting enough sleep and they sleep better after a day full of activity. Physically active toddlers should be in a safe environment and supervised at all times.
Physical activity is vital for your toddler’s development and to help him/her maintain a normal weight. The Department of Health recommends that children under five years who can walk should be active for at least three hours each day. Toddlers learn eagerly and most want to try new activities.
body language, facial expressions and physical behaviour of infants and toddlers can greatly assist parents and carers in feeding them. Holding and mouthing From three months an infant can use both tongue and mouth to explore toys and by four months hold, mouth and look carefully at objects1,2. Objects cannot be
physical activity programmes for schools 8. Creating a new healthy rating scheme for primary schools 10. Making school food healthier 11. Helping all children to enjoy an hour of physical activity every day 12. Supporting early years settings 13. Harnessing the best new technology 14. Enabling health professionals to support families
for physical activity, it is parents and carers who must take responsibility for a healthy family lifestyle20,21,22. However, providing food is an emotional issue for parents and many are more concerned about their toddlers being underweight than overweight23. Initiatives to improve lifestyles in families at risk of
talk to my partner & kids about what I can do to make sure I reach my goals each day, every week. I know they will want to help me. 10 When will you reflect on progress? How will you know when you’ve achieved your goal? How will you feel? Each Friday when I write my list, I’ll look at what fruit & veg are left & how I’ve done.
the day especially in hot weather and after physical activity • Milk does not damage teeth but should be limited to three drinks a day or less if toddlers are also eating yogurt and cheese • Sweet drinks including fruit juices, smoothies, squashes and fizzy drinks can all damage teeth because they contain sugar and acid.
•Physical activity aids toddlers’ development of the physical co-ordination skills necessary for their future enjoyment of sport and other physical activities when they are older •Toddlers who sleep less than about 12 hours in a day are more likely to become obese. •Limiting sedentary behaviours is also important in preventing obesity
calories not only to match their energy needs for physical activity but also for normal growth.3 This regulatory and compensatory system applies to all sources of calories, including food at mealtimes, snacks, milk and other drinks, whether or not they are given during the day or at night. A toddler who is having a lot of milk in their diet