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How to Keep a Toddler Content While Shopping
There's nothing a mother looks forward to, like an extended
shopping expedition with a toddler in the stroller. It has to be
one of the most frustrating experiences for both parent and
child. One tip, is not to start out unless the child has had a
nap. The more tired they are, the more likely they are to fuss,
and fight falling asleep in the stroller. But of course, time
and obligations don't always allow for that option. How you
amuse the child while out, depends on their age. But one good
tip is similar to how you cope with them during visits to the
grandparents, or when you have company. That is, keep special
toys or distractions of some type, which are only used for
shopping trips. Find something that really fascinates your
child, whether it is puzzles, action figures, or a specially
made stroller "entertainment center", which resemble the crib
centers with multiple activities. Because their attention span
is so short at this age, it's like offering them something new
and exciting each time. And as they gradually come to remember
how much fun it was, they'll look forward to seeing the toys on
your next trip.
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Written by: Jackie G. Maxwell
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