Archive for September, 2008
admin on September 30th, 2008
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
admin on September 28th, 2008
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
admin on September 22nd, 2008
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
admin on September 22nd, 2008
“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
admin on September 21st, 2008
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
admin on September 20th, 2008
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
admin on September 20th, 2008
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
admin on September 13th, 2008
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
admin on September 13th, 2008
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
admin on September 11th, 2008
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