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Much to the chagrin of many moms, little kids with the natural ability to get themselves dirty seem to lack the same talent when it's time for soap and water. Teaching your child personal hygiene is vital to keep him or her healthy. To effectively teach this life lesson to your inexperienced kid--who just doesn't know any better!--employ a multi-faceted approach. After teaching … [Read more...] about How to Teach Your Child Personal Hygiene

As your child enters her preteen years, a brand new flood of hormones cause physical changes, as well as a whole new set of problems -- body odor, oily hair and acne, to name a few. Good personal hygiene is essential for the tween who's socially engaged and self-assured. Personal hygiene isn't simply about cleanliness or physical attractiveness; the tween who makes it a habit … [Read more...] about Good Personal Hygiene Habits for Preteens

Healthy habits start from a young age, so teach your toddler the basics of personal hygiene early on. At first, help her perform the task of brushing her teeth and hair and soaping those hard-to-reach body parts and shampooing. Make personal hygiene a fun activity during the toddler years and she'll keep those habits throughout her life. Look for Books A number of fun, colorful … [Read more...] about Activities for Teaching Toddlers Personal Hygiene

Your child isn't born with an understanding of why he needs to wash dirt and germs, even if they are invisible, from his skin. You need to explain to him how to stay clean and why doing so is important, not just for his appearance, but for the health of others around him. Good habits, such as good hygiene, need to start early in life. Set up a regular cleaning schedule for your … [Read more...] about How to Teach Children Personal Hygiene