Preschool development (35 to 36 months)

By their third birthday, preschoolers should be able to dress themselves, draw a line, and balance on one leg for at least 1 second. I even know how to prepare my own breakfast cereal. Playfulness at this age is the beginning of an active life in the future.

The article was professionally consulted with Doctor Ho Thi Hong Tho - Neonatologist - Pediatrics - Neonatology Department - Vinmec Phu Quoc International General Hospital.

Most 36-month-old preschoolers are no longer as plump as they were when they were toddlers, but are taller and have stronger limbs. Compared with the age of 1-2 years, the mother will see that the baby has grown and healthy, the steps are also more confident. Many of your baby's basic movements have become essential. This means that a 35-month-old preschooler no longer needs intense mental focus to walk, stand, run or jump. Some other actions, like tiptoeing or balancing on one leg, may still require focus and effort.
Most 3-year-olds like to run around freely and play simple chase, but they are not ready to participate in organized sports competition yet. Parents just need to go out to the playground to play ball and run freely with their children to promote the development of physical skills, not to set rules that make them feel bound. Through this game, your child also has the opportunity to learn the rules, how to negotiate and resolve conflicts.

The amount of time a child in kindergarten can focus on one activity has increased dramatically. Along with acquiring more complex social skills, your child can now play complex games with other people, like chase or children's cards.
And while engrossed in engaging games, children in kindergarten are less focused and easily distracted by their mother's requests. If you want your child's attention, instead of talking loudly and shouting to scare the child, parents should just talk to the child gently.
Children who have to be scolded too often will tend to avoid or ignore them. On the other hand, soft talk and whispers are very attractive, especially when mom adjusts her tone and adds words like: secret, special, and magical... Children will think that what you say is true. wonderful and interesting, so had to run closer to listen.

A 35-month-old preschooler may need only a small nap in the afternoon, or no nap at all in some cultures. However, try to schedule a quiet, relaxing time in the afternoon. Whether your baby sleeps or not, rest will help him calm down during the day, less fussy because of fatigue. At this age, children need privacy and alone time in the middle of a busy day to feel settled and comfortable.

Kindergartners becoming interested in the insides of other people's clothes is a normal part of growing up. Try not to react with shock or horror if you see your child pretending to be a doctor and examining another child's genitals, or both of them running around the room undressed. You just need to let your child know that the genitals are a private area of ​​each person and should be kept private, not for anyone to see. Then, direct both children to another activity, such as asking “Did anyone eat cake?”.
Such treatment can help the baby feel relieved after playing a taboo game. Furthermore, if you deal with the problem now without avoiding it, your child will develop a healthy attitude about sex as he grows older.

Children entering kindergarten face a big change in their living environment and separation from their parents, so they may develop backward. This situation manifests in the child's refusal to continue with previously mastered skills such as suddenly wetting the bed after learning to sit on the potty, demanding to be fed even though he knows how to use a fork and spoon, or talking about corn. stupid, hard to understand.
Parents get frustrated easily and react negatively when their 3-year-old suddenly behaves like a younger baby. But this could be a sign that your child is uncomfortable and needs more attention. Acting like a rebellious baby is because he wants to go back to the safe times of the past, when he could be with you and play freely in the house all day.
For this case, don't ask your child to act like an adult girl/boy, avoid putting extra pressure on your child. On the contrary, you should reward or praise when playing with your child, paying attention a little longer, being close, hugging and stroking your child often. At the same time, you should reduce expectations, help when your child cleans up or gets dressed until the child is ready to regain self-control and independence.
The 36-month-old preschooler's regressive developmental period will pass on its own as the baby gets used to school and gets proper attention. Exceptions, this may be a warning sign of physical weakness, weak muscle movement, early symptoms of autism or some common diseases in children that need to consult a doctor. doctor.

Taking care of, protecting and raising children is a long process, so parents should be a companion to help children develop their physical and mental abilities well. If you notice that your child has unusual signs for his age or has difficulties in taking care of and teaching him or her, you can go to Vinmec International General Hospital to get help from doctors and nurses. Psychologists.
In addition, preschool children need 5mg of elemental zinc/day for them to eat well, reach the correct height and weight and exceed the standard. Zinc plays a role in affecting most biological processes taking place in the body, especially the breakdown of nucleic acids, proteins... Organs in the body when zinc deficiency can lead to a There are a number of diseases such as neurological disorders, irritability, etc. Therefore, parents need to learn about the role of zinc and guide them to appropriate zinc supplements for their children.
In addition to zinc, parents also need to supplement their children with other important vitamins and minerals such as lysine, chromium, B vitamins,... errands.
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Reference source: babycenter.com