Your baby may be half (or more!) But before her first birthday arrives, she will experience more physical, mental, social and emotional changes. Not only is she more interested in the world around her, but she’ll soon be crawling, cruising or walking around in it. There’s nothing stopping her from entering the toddler stage, and […]
How To Tell Your Toddler That You’re Pregnant?
A new sibling My friend Catherine was pregnant with her second child, due any day now. I met her when our four year old daughter was still in her stroller. She had been reading to Ella about the baby in her womb, and her first child was fascinating —- but a little confusing —- to […]
How To Understand Developmental Delays?
Of course, to parents, the phrase “developmental delay” uttered by a pediatrician during a benign well-child visit can be frightening. Usually, however, with proper care and intervention, developmental delays usually go away over time. But it is important to address the underlying problem immediately: According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, 12 to 16 percent […]
How Parents Encourage In Early Chatter?
While you can rest assured that you don’t need to sit down and teach your child every word he needs to know in any formal way, there are things you can do to encourage language developmentーーand almost certainly you are already doing them! Language development requires plenty of opportunities for fledgling speakers to interact with […]
How To Teach Baby About Bad And Good Behavior?
“Bad” and “Good” Behavior, page 1 From time to time, you will hear people say to their children, “Be a good girl” or “Good boys don’t do that.” However, it is important to understand that being a good boy does not mean anything to a one-year-old child. Right and wrong are abstract concepts that children […]
Becoming The Big Brother Or Sister?
One of the major changes that often occurs in a 2-year-old’s life is the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. If your child is the first in the family, this event can be particularly traumatic. But parents can help their children reduce the threat of this situation by starting before the child is […]
How To Recycle Your Baby Gear?
Kids go through a lot. While you may be tempted to hide or throw away outdated clothes, toys and strollers, there is a responsible and easy way to clear out the clutter. The good news: You can ignore the numbers on the bottom of plastic containers. Instead, to make recycling easier, plastics are often sorted […]
Baby Gear The Necessities You Need For Your Newborn
Preparing your child can be an overwhelming and costly undertaking. But experienced parents know that not everything that is defined as a “must-have” should be labeled as such. Whether you’re budgeting or preparing for a shopping spree, this guide will help you decide what to put on your shopping list. Family baby essentials Crib This […]
7 Tips For Buying A Newborn Car Seat
Choosing a car seat can be a stressful experience. Not only is it one of the most important things you will ever buy, but it can be one of the most expensive. Here are some basic tips to make the search a little easier and to make sure you find the right answer. 1. Check […]
Try This Trick Turn Your Phone Into A Baby Monitor
Want to make sure your baby is safe and healthy in the crib? Take a look at your smartphone. Thanks to a slew of new apps, your trusty phone can easily double as a baby monitor. “We use our phones for Skype, conference calls, and to enjoy audio and video with friends and family,” says […]