admin on August 29th, 2008
If your baby is crying, drawing their legs up, or can’t be consoled, they might be experiencing colic. Colic is thought to occur when the baby’s bowel wall spasms, but it isn’t clear why this happens. Colic may have several causes. One theory is that the baby’s immature gu... Read More
admin on August 29th, 2008
Children vary in age when they quit their naps. Usually even a ten percent ratio of children still nap at age five. Signs your child is ready to quit: Waking on their own in a good mood Sleeping 11-12 hours a night Consistent behavior all day, even without a nap It’s becoming a battle for t... Read More
admin on August 29th, 2008
Eczema can come and go at will, and can disappear for years and make an unwelcome return when you least expect it. Children tend to start with eczema as babies or small children and, although most will outgrow it by their teenage years, it can be a real struggle to keep your child comfortable when s... Read More
admin on August 29th, 2008
Most parents have to change wet sheets at some point or other, but children generally have complete bladder control by about five years of age. Some, however, fall prey to wetting the bed well into later childhood, a condition known as primary nocturnal enuresis (PNE). Research shows PNE has a stron... Read More
admin on August 29th, 2008
If your child panics every time you so much as try to leave the room, it could be due to separation anxiety. This extreme stress at being away from a parent usually begins during the first year and generally peaks between 15 and 30 months. Separation anxiety tends to be more common in cautious or s... Read More
admin on August 29th, 2008
It’s normal for babies to discover their genitals just as they discover the rest of their bodies – and if touching them feels good, they will repeat it. It’s nothing to worry about and it’s best to simply take no notice. While touching their genitals is completely natural in youn... Read More
admin on August 26th, 2008
I tried these recipes today and the children loved them. I’ve found through experience you can add different ingredients to help children experience the seasons. For instance: Fall (Halloween and Thanksgiving) add cinnamon, Winter (Christmas) 1 to 4 drops peppermint flavoring Uncooked Play-dou... Read More
admin on August 26th, 2008
Some helpful tips for children to maintain balanced, nutritious food habits. Children need a wide variety of foods for a well-balanced diet. The amount of physical activity they have in a day will be an important part of how much they need to eat. Some younger children are still fussy but, when busy... Read More
admin on August 18th, 2008
Here are some tips for bathing babies while both you and your baby have fun: Bath the baby in a room, which is warm and draft-free. Keep a basin of water nearby and a thick towel on which you can place the baby immediately after you have bathed them. While giving your baby a sponge bath, if your ba... Read More
admin on August 18th, 2008
You waited a long time to put your baby in those cute little outfits, but you may find it’s hard to slip them on and off. Here are some tips to make it easier. Keep it simple. Choose clothes that are comfy and easy to get on. Fabrics that stretch, shirts with snaps around the neck, and nightgo... Read More
