While some babies enjoy taking baths, others are apprehensive or even afraid. Both of our kids were afraid of the tub, but have come to enjoy bath time and even get excited at the prospect of taking a bath. (We’re enjoying it while it lasts, knowing that eventually they will probably turn around and start [...]
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Whether it’s the pediatrician’s office or any other appointment, at some point, you will be stuck in a waiting room with your baby. Here’s how to make it less stressful for the both of you.
Go Early
By getting the first appointment, you’re less likely to have to wait very long. Mid-day or late-day appointment, on the [...]
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New parents find out quickly just how fast time can pass with a baby. Once at home with a new arrival, it seems like the day and night blends into one, punctuated by dirty and wet diapers and (if you’re lucky) a nap or two.
While there’s no way to stop or turn back the clock, [...]
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Keep an eye out on your kids while they play this Memorial weekend! The following are the TOP 10 things kids stick up their noses:
Crayons
Beads
French Fries
Fingers (duh!)
Marbles
Spaghetti
Tissue
Cheerios
Small Toys
Beans and Peas
Some kids never develop the habit of sticking things (other than their fingers) up their noses. Some kids, unfortunately, do. The best approach is to stay [...]
Tags: cheerios, crayons, french fries, marbles, memorial weekend, small objects, small toys, sticking in the nose, stuffing nose
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Why is it that, right after saying “congratulations” to friends or family when you learn are expecting, the next thoughts on our minds are usually, “Great! Now I can give them all our old baby stuff!”
It happened to us when we learned that our neighbors were expecting a baby. After congratulating them and wishing them [...]
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