Month 17: Your Baby
How do you know when it’s time to skip an afternoon nap? If your toddler wants to stay awake at night and can’t sleep, that’s a clear indication. Another clear sign is refusing to lie down and go to sleep in the morning or afternoon. Try skipping one nap for a few days. If your child is in a relatively good mood all day, then it is probably time to stop taking a nap during the day.
Month 17: Parent
Nothing beats opening and closing cupboards, and pulling out drawers and emptying them. We recommend childproofing some of your cupboards and drawers, and making sure the rest have child-friendly contents. The child-safe cupboards and drawers will keep your toddler entertained – which means you can read the paper in peace and quiet!