Jasmine explained that Stephanie, her toddler, eats a lot of different foods but especially chips.The new mother (Jasmine) asks nurse Diamond about good beverage choices for her toddler.
Nurse Diamond explains which option as being a good beverage choice for her toddler?

Choice A rationale

Distracting the child by buying a toy can reinforce the tantrum behavior by teaching the child that tantrums result in rewards. This can lead to an increase in tantrum frequency as the child learns to manipulate situations to get new toys or other desired items.

Choice B rationale

Appearing to ignore the child during a tantrum helps to extinguish the behavior over time. By not giving attention to the tantrum, the child learns that this behavior does not achieve their desired outcome. Consistency is key in this approach to ensure the child understands that tantrums are ineffective.

Choice C rationale

Placing the child in time-out for 3 minutes can be effective in some cases, but it may not be the first recommendation. Time-out removes the child from a stimulating environment and gives them time to calm down. However, it may not address the underlying reasons for the tantrum.

Choice D rationale

Calmly telling the child to stop might not be effective during the peak of a tantrum. Toddlers in the midst of a tantrum often cannot process verbal instructions or reasoning, so this approach may not achieve the desired result.

Choice A rationale

Introducing well-cooked table foods should begin around 8-10 months of age when the baby is ready for finger foods and has developed better chewing skills.

Choice B rationale

Starting solid foods at 3 months old is too early and can interfere with breastfeeding or formula feeding, increasing the risk of allergies and digestive issues.

Choice C rationale

Cow's milk should not be introduced until 12 months of age, as infants need the nutrients from breast milk or formula during their first year for optimal growth.

Choice D rationale

It is recommended to wait until the baby is at least 6 months old before introducing fruit juice, and even then, it should be given in limited quantities to avoid excessive sugar intake.