The nurse determines Millie's parent understood the 2-year-old well child visit teaching when the parent states which of the following?

Rationale: A. "I will only garden when Millie is napping": While supervision during activities is important for toddler safety, gardening during her nap does not directly relate to developmental guidance. Safety strategies should focus on active supervision and safe play rather than timing chores around naps. B. "I will buy a toy slide since Millie should already know how to climb steps without help": Encouraging physical activity and gross motor skills is important, but expecting a 2-year-old to climb steps independently may be premature. Introducing equipment like slides should be accompanied by supervision and recognition of age-appropriate skill development. C. "I will limit Millie's milk to 2 cups per day": Limiting milk intake to 16 ounces daily aligns with recommendations for toddlers to prevent excessive calorie intake and ensure adequate iron absorption. This demonstrates understanding of nutritional guidance for a 2-year-old and supports balanced eating habits alongside table foods. D. "I will give Millie a 5-minute timeout when she is being negative and saying no to everything": While timeouts can be part of behavior management, a 2-year-old’s negative behaviors and assertions of independence are developmentally typical. Using short, consistent discipline strategies is recommended.