you will reap the benefits later in life!The best way to cook with a toddler is to practice extreme safety. Here are a few ways to keep your little one secure in the kitchen.
1. Invest in a kitchen helper stool. These have a railing around them so your child won't fall. He can stand high enough so as to reach everything, but won't be able to slip and fall or lose his balance.
2. Keep sharp knives out of reach. Make a point of explaining why you're not letting your child have a knife. Give her a butter knife and mushrooms or a banana to slice while you are chopping . . . preferably at least a foot away.
3. Keep pot handles turned in. Every young child should know what "hot" means. However, little ones tend to be curious and they might pull down a pot of boiling food if they reach up to tug on a handle. Remember that they can't see what is in the pots and it's best to keep those handles out of reach.
4. Teach stove safety. If you have a gas stove, make sure your child understands that he is never to touch the knobs without your permission. This can cause gas to leak into the house and can cause an explosion if you don't know and try to light the stove. Kids are never too young to learn what is dangerous and they'll remember a lot more than you expect, though they may challenge you sometimes.
5. Use plastic and metal utensils. These are less likely to break if your child throws them on the floor or drops something.
These tips will help make cooking with toddlers fun and safe. A lot of it is common sense, but you will find that your child learns very quickly if you teach him not to touch certain things, too.
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