Real experiences by a Mom
Selecting the right backpack for school going kids is very important to avoid strains and sprains of their back and shoulders. Safety and ergonomics must be the criteria when selecting a backpack. According to medical professionals, the proper weight of a backpack should not exceed 10 to 15 per cent of the kid’s body weight, […]
Posted on May 29th, 2008 by admin
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At a certain period of their toddler-hood, kids develop a special love for saying a big “No!” to whatever their parents want them to do. This often puts parents in a quandary. Here are some ways to get past the “No!” and make the kids say “Yes!”
1. Give them some choices to do within […]
Posted on May 27th, 2008 by admin
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Some toddlers are notorious for throwing food or snacks while eating. It makes a messy situation on the floor and on the table. The only way to prevent the kids from such a practice is for one of the parents or an adult to sit with them. Stop them the moment they are about to […]
Posted on May 26th, 2008 by admin
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Baby-bottle tooth decay is caused by bacterial infection. Bacteria multiply in the mouth if exposed longer time to sugars resulting from breaking down of carbohydrates in liquids, such as milk and fruit juice. The bacteria, while feeding on the sugar, produce an acid that de-mineralizes and causes tooth decay. If not prevented, the problem could […]
Posted on May 24th, 2008 by admin
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Proper dental care and good oral hygiene is very important for the overall health and well being of the toddlers. For best results, the kids should be made to daily brush and floss their teeth twice and once respectively. One of the brushing, and the flossing should be done before bedtime.
Kids should use the right […]
Posted on May 22nd, 2008 by admin
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Toddlers and babies wake up at night, often at regular intervals, and their moms use various routine to get them back to sleep. One such routine is to breastfeed them until they fall asleep. This is a good method to use if the baby is really awake. However, it has been found that mothers often […]
Posted on May 21st, 2008 by admin
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Toddlers use up a lot of energy during their time at school, and hence parents need to pack snacks that are tasty as well as healthy. This is important to keep the kids active and energetic at school. Making use of the following 3-step snacking method will help the parents to prepare healthy and […]
Posted on May 19th, 2008 by admin
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Mrs. and Mr. Roberts were determined to breastfeed their first baby as long as possible from the outset. They had read up on everything there was to know about proper child rearing. They learned that breastfeeding is the best nourishment for babies, and wanted to follow it to the letter.
However, once the baby – a […]
Posted on May 18th, 2008 by admin
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Healthy toddlers are famous for their boundless energy and unending quest for new fun at every moment of their waking hours. Hence, parents often find it a great challenge to raise toddlers and have to look for new ways to keep them engaged. Here are some strategies that are innovative, engaging, as well as inexpensive.
Toddlers […]
Posted on May 16th, 2008 by admin
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A sound sleep is necessary for everyone’s health, especially the toddlers. If they are able to sleep well it saves a lot of trouble for parents and other family members. Because, if the toddler is unable to sleep, then almost all the family members become disturbed, and they themselves loose sleep and thereby their health […]
Posted on May 13th, 2008 by admin
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