Intro Op1.11Introduction to the physical care of babies and

young children

Times Table Bingo

Objectives

• Identify how to treat babies and young children with respect

• Describe how to support a child throughout the toilet training process

• Outline the principles of toilet training• Explain the role of the practitioner during

physical care routines

Recap

• How can you engage with babies and young children during physical care routines?

Discussion

• Why is it important to show respect and sensitivity during physical care routines?

• Follow the parents wishes

• Respect individuality

Always carry out care routines gently

Praise the child when they have done something well

Tell the child what you are going to do

Think about a child’s privacy

Speak kindly , reassure the child

Have you met any lesson objectives yet?

Toilet Training

What are the signs a child may be ready for potty training?

• Watch the clip and recognise some signs

Princess Potty Training

Ready for Potty Training?

1.Wants to try the toilet/potty

2.Bowl movements are becoming predictable

3.Asks to be changed when nappy is dirty

4.Stays dry through several hours of the day/nap time/night

5.Becomes curious about other peoples bathroom routines

• Complete your table.

Resources needed for toilet training

Resources Explanation

Resources Explanation

Potty plenty of clothes

Pants/knickers Toilet seat

Cushion booster step

Story/cassettes/videos

How to support the child

• In small groups make a poster outlining how to support the child.

• Design a sticker reward chart to praise child when using the potty.

• Feedback to the group.

Have you met any lesson objectives yet?

Review

• What’s the most important characteristic an adult should show when supporting children with toilet training?

Directed Study

• 2.1 Outline how to treat babies or young children with respect and sensitivity during physical care routines

• 2.3 Outline the principles of toilet training

Intro Op1.11Introduction to the physical care of babies and

young children

Starter- Children of the World

Slip Slop Slap

• Slip Slop Slap

Objectives

• Describe safe and hygienic environments• Describe the PPE equipment you need to use to

provide care routines for babies and young children.

• Explain how to safely supervise children• Assess why a safe environment is important for

children• Explain actions to take if concerned about a

child’s well-being.

Recap

• Can you remember what PPE equipment you used when changing a nappy?

Thought Showers

• On your tables you have some headings write down key elements of what each one means.

Timer

Safe and hygienic environments

• Handwashing• PPE• Safe disposal of hazardous waste• Routines for cleaning toys• Physical environments and hazards• Care of sterile equipment• Safe storage of food and drink• Safeguarding procedures

Can you remember how food needs to be stored?

Have you met any lesson objectives yet?

What happens if you do not supervise babies and young

children?

Activity

• Look at the selection of toys what age groups are they suitable for?

All toys supplied in the UK must meet a list of essential safety requirements

Adult/baby and adult/child ratios

• Over 3’s ratio 1:13 is only if led by a teacher• Reference : www.gov.uk

Well-being of babies and young children

Emotional- persistent crying

Psychological- delayed development, not communicating

Physical- difficulties in gross or fine motor skills. Underweight or overweight

What to do if concerned?

• Think, pair ,share• If you are concerned what steps should you

take?

Have you met any lesson objectives yet?

Review

• Think of a question to ask a peer about today’s learning

Intro Op1.11Introduction to the physical care of babies and

young children

Time to think……….

• Can you remember the daily hygiene activities that young children need?

Objectives

• Describe the nutritional needs of babies and young children

• Explain Baby Friendly Initiative• Identify three examples of healthy meals for

young children• Explore foods that cause nutritional allergies in

babies and young children• Explain actions to take if a child has an allergic

reaction

Remember nutrients needed?

Refer to work from PWCS 07

Breastfeeding

• Breast milk is the best form of nutrition for babies

• Exclusive breast feeding is recommended for the first 6 months (26 weeks) of an infants life as it provides all the nutrients a baby needs.

UNICEF- Baby Friendly Initiative

• The health and well-being of all babies is at the heart of the Unicef UK Baby Friendly Initiative.

• A strong mother-baby relationship is the foundation for a baby’s future health and well-being. Breastfeeding supports this loving bond and makes a vital difference to health

Bottle feeding

Make up feeds, one at a time, as your baby needs them.

Wash your hands thoroughly before making up a feed.

All equipment used to feed your baby must be sterilised.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and put the correct amount of water into the bottle. Always put the water in the bottle first, while it is still hot, before adding the powdered infant formula.

• Make up a bottle feed

Paired Activity

Bottle Feeding

• Introducing your baby to solid foods, known as weaning should start when your baby is around six months old.

• Avoid giving babies nuts, eggs, peanuts, shellfish.

• Cows milk should not be given until 12 months old

Weaning Process

Three stages of weaningStage 1 6 months Start weaning baby Offer child small amounts of foodStage 2 Around 7 months start to introduce finger foods Offer red meat to a non vegetarian baby at least once a

weekStage 3 10 months to one year Baby should be enjoying three meals a day, with snacks and

drinks between meals.

Baby-led Weaning

• BLW

Activity- plan a balanced diet

• Using your knowledge of the eatwell plate plan a days meals for a young child aged 1-3 years.

• Breakfast, lunch and dinner

• Make sure you also include snacks and drinks for the day.

• Use images to enhance your work

Task 4.3

Foods that cause allergies

• Some babies and young children become ill when they eat certain foods. These are called nutritional allergies.

• What foods do you think may cause allergies?

Nutritional allergies can include:-

MilkLactoseWheat/glutenPeanutsEggsShellfish

Have you met any lesson objectives yet?

Directed Study

• Be a star and complete your assignment for Intro Op 1.11

Review

• Unit Evaluation • What have you learnt from this unit?• How will it support you in a health care setting

and an early years setting?