Archive for September, 2008

Finding the Perfect Nanny

Nannies fell out of fashion for a while, but now they are back in style. Next to choosing a pediatrician, selecting th eperfect nanny could be the most daunting task facing a parent. But it doesn’t have to be an occassion for tearing one’s hair out! The perfect nanny is someone who clic... Read More

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Updated Information on Umbilical Cord Care

It has been brought to my attention by a few viewers, that there is new information on umbilical cord care. You no longer have to clean your baby’s umbilical cord several times a day. You only have to clean your baby’s cord if necessary during diaper changes. Also if you notice some drai... Read More

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First Day of Fall!

It’s that time of year again, when the weather becomes brisk and the leaves begin to change color and fall. This means you should start preparing your little ones for the cold weather. Now is the time to make a list of necessities (coats, gloves, hats, boots, scarves) to insure your child wil... Read More

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Sibling Rivalry

“It’s mine!” “No way it’s mine!” Does this sound familiar to you? Sibling rivalry is very common between brothers and sisters. With siblings the simplest thing can become a competition, who gets the most cookies, attention, or toys, are just a few scenarios. Some... Read More

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Bath Toys

   Entertain your child in the tub and bath time will become a joy instead of a chore. Luckily that’s easy to do with the large variety of bath toys on the market today. Sure we have all seen the classic rubber ducky, and they’ll be around generations from now. How about some other ent... Read More

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Mumps

Mumps is a contagious viral infection that can be spread through contact with infected saliva. When an infected person sneezes or coughs, moisture droplets spray in the air. The virus is then spread through these droplets allowing the virus to infect others. Following exposure, there is an incubati... Read More

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How to Relax with a Baby

Having a baby can be quite stressful and alone time becomes a thing of the past! You don’t have to feel this way, there are ways to still relax. Every day you should take at least a 15 to 20 minute relaxation break. The first thing to do is put your baby in a safe place. Now notice what part ... Read More

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Warming Formula Bottles

  Warming your baby’s bottle is not a necessity, but rather a personal preference. Some babies do just fine drinking room temperature or cool bottles. After all, when you switch to whole milk, you most likely won’t be warming it up anymore. However, in the case you do warm your babyR... Read More

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Social Developement

Watch your baby start to interact with the world! Newborn to One Month You’re baby will tart to smile Baby’s first smile might be while they are sleeping At the end of the first month smiles will be directed at you Six to Nine Months Increased awareness of surroundings May develop &#... Read More

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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Typical Symptoms: Ulcers in child’s mouth (especially on the tongue, gums, and inside of the cheeks). Blisters on the hands and feet (palms and soles). Low grade fever Rash on child’s buttocks Mild pain from mouth ulcers Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is commonly caused by coxsackievir... Read More

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