Is it time to say goodbye to nappies? Does it look like your child can tell when they are peeing or pooing? That's great! Here's how to go about toilet training.

There are certain things you always thought you'd know how to handle, like tantrums. But that was a long time ago - before you became the parent of a strong-willed two year old!

Routine sounds dull to us grown-ups, but it's the exact opposite for children. They love things to be predictable; it makes them feel happy and secure.

There are two key ways you can help your child develop language. One is to read to them a lot. The other is to talk to them.

Toddlers at this age are very curious to know everything they see, hear and touch.

Shyness is a matter of personality. So it’s not your child who has to change; it’s you. Maybe it sounds harsh. But it’s not hard at all. It just requires less pushing.

Playing alongside other children is all you can expect from your toddler. At 18 months, they are still too focused on themselves to make really good playmates. But they can always practise.

It's certainly not unusual for toddlers to hit, but there are ways to prevent hitting becoming a habit.

For those days when you're stuck for ideas, here's a list of fun things to do indoors together.

Siblings’ fights are common, squabbling and arguing is more or less a part of family life. But perhaps that knowledge isn’t enough for you to keep your cool and stay sane. Carry on reading and get some tips on how to keep the peace around the house.

Let your toddler help you when you are doing your household chores such as sorting and folding clothes.

If toilet training isn't working, the best advice is to relax, put your toddler back in diapers/nappies and try again later.