21st May 2007
Child care is more than a service that allows parents to work. It is a world that is bound to affect a child's development in many ways – physically, emotionally, intellectually, and socially.
According to the U.S Department of Health and Human Serv...
16th May 2007
Raising kids of character demands time and attention. While having a kid may come naturally, being a good dad can be quite a challenge. Here are a few tips to help your children build the kind of character best suited for their environment:
1. Parenti...
14th May 2007
Hello from snowy Squaw Valley where all, or seemingly all, of the kids in California are spending their vacation. If your ski week is coming up, a few refresher suggestions may be in order. If you only ski once a year, or just rarely do a vacation rental,...
10th May 2007
There's nothing 6 year olds or older kids love more than being in the outdoors. Camping is an outdoor recreational activity involving spending one or more nights in a tent, a primitive structure, a travel trailer or recreational vehicle at a campsite with...
09th May 2007
Even before kindergarten, parents should be aware of ways to make the most of learning opportunities for their young children. One important choice for many families in their child's early years involves preschool or child care.
The first years of a ch...
04th May 2007
Most fathers-to-be will politely page through the pregnancy books their wives give them and throw them in a drawer. Dads like to learn on the job. For an alternate approach, you can check out Due Dads, The Man’s Survival Guide to Pregnancy. It’s a 75...
03rd May 2007
It has been recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics that infants be placed to sleep on their backs to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), also known as crib death. SIDS is defined as the sudden and unexplained death of a baby...
02nd May 2007
You are truly ecstatic about the impending birth of your baby. But, deep down, you are also grappling with fears regarding your new status as a father. Understandably, you are not quite comfortable discussing these issues with anyone—not even your partn...
30th April 2007
During her pregnancy, your spouse eats for herself as well as for the baby. She requires not just an increase in the quantity of food she eats, but food that is nutritious, to help the fetus grow and develop.
Below is a list of the components she requ...
25th April 2007
During advanced pregnancy, it is important that both you and your spouse learn to recognize the signs of preterm labor. Preterm labor, also called premature labor, is a serious complication associated with pregnancy. Identifying warning signs, and taking ...
25th April 2007
If your spouse is a smoker, it is imperative that she give up cigarettes, at least while she is carrying the baby.Smoking during pregnancy is not a good sign for an unborn baby.
Here is a list of the ways in which smoking harms the unborn baby:
• ...
24th April 2007
Speech development in babies is a complex and gradual process that continues even after the infant has actually spoken his or her first words. You can accelerate your baby’s speaking abilities by introducing some simple exercises in its playtime.
He...
24th April 2007
Introversion is a common behavioral trait characterized on the far end of the spectrum by:
• Constant preoccupation with one's own thoughts and feelings.
• An aversion towards meeting new people, going to unfamiliar places, or doing new things.
In...
20th April 2007
Exercising during pregnancy
Pregnancy can be a challenging phase for your spouse. Maintaining a healthy posture will help her keep back problems away. An exercise routine will especially help her to keep fit. Your spouse can begin an exercise routine e...
19th April 2007
Is it okay to let the baby share your bed with you? There is no single correct answer to this situation. It is up to you, as a parent, to decide after knowing its pros and cons:
Advantages of co-sleeping
• Co-sleeping with your baby can foster a c...
