Teach Your Toddler Table Manners In 7 Easy Ways

By Nandhini Devi

Tuesday, July 12, 2011, 10:18

Teaching your little one good manners is your main priority. Whether it is addressing people or interacting with other children or eating, teaching them about good manners is very essential to help them shape their life better.

A toddler is just learning to do new things and is very eager to learn more. It is the right age to develop his social skills as well. Eating is one thing that your toddler detests most, so it is very obvious that he can get very shabby or naughty when he is at the dining table. Have a look at these toddler manners tips and help him improve his skills.

How to teach your toddler table manners?

1.The first rule to toddler manners is patience. This means that you have to procure all the patience you can to train your toddler. Teach him over and over again, without yelling at him and show him that his work is easier if he is polite too.

2.Always remember to practice what you preach. Show him the correct method of dining and making sure that you too eat in the same manner.

3.Allow him to set the dinner table along with you. Ask him to call over everyone to the dinner table once everything is set. This is one important toddler dining tip.

4.Keep the conversation fun and simple during meals. Try not to discuss about work or other things that he will not understand. This will make him scream for attention. Listen to what he has to say.

5.Purchase a separate set of child-friendly cutlery, on which you can serve food to your little one. This way in case, drops a plate or a bowl, you will not get angry or frustrated.

6.A very helpful toddler dining tip. Teach him simple things like requesting for things using words like 'please' and followed with a 'thankyou'. Tell him not to talk when he has food in the mouth and not to burp too loudly.

7.Remind him that he cannot leave the table until he finishes his food. This way he will not gulp down his food and will relax and eat. He might even enjoy having an extra portion of food this way.

Teaching a toddler table manners is just one way of teaching good habits. These parenting tips will help you train your toddler better. If you patiently inculcate these toddler manners, you'll see that he will be adored as a darling in any crowd.