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For healthy, happy early years

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Is your toddler is ready for potty training?

Advice on choosing the right nursery, pre-school or childminder

Preparation for the big day

The first year

1 -3 years

3-5 years

Parents and carers

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Birth to five development timeline

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Emily Grundy

Public Health Nurse

A range of articles with hints and advice on helping your toddler learn new things

It's potty time!

Learning through play 2-3 years

Getting chatty

Separation and independence

Page last reviewed: 20-11-2020

Next review due: 20-11-2023