Are you worried about taking baby grocery shopping for the first time? Or maybe you’ve made the trip several times with disastrous results?
Taking baby grocery shopping can be a really stressful experience. Even getting out of the door can be hard enough, so it’s unsurprising many parents end up dreading the trip to the store. However, there are ways you can make shopping with your little one that little bit easier. Here, you’ll discover some essential tips for grocery shopping with baby.
Is your morning routine chaotic, rushed and mentally, physically and emotionally draining? If so, you’re definitely not alone!
New parents often struggle to establish a calm, organized and positive routine. When you’re running on little to no sleep, even the smallest things can start to take their toll on your happiness and wellbeing. However, there are ways to turn it around.
Starting the day off right can positively impact your entire day. So, here, you’ll discover some top tips to help you start the day off right with baby.
Finding out you’re going to have not one, but multiple babies can be exciting, yet extremely scary. As any parent knows, packing a diaper bag is a lot harder than it sounds – and that’s just for one baby! So, how do you go about packing a diaper bag for multiple babies and is there even a bag big enough to fit everything in that you’re going to need?
The good news is, there are bags big enough to cater to multiple child families. Here, you’ll discover some of the top diaper bag essentials for parents with multiple babies.
Have you ever noticed that young children often sneeze and cough during the winter months? Even adults may frequently experience these symptoms when the weather shifts to the cold season. Though quite common, these can actually be early signs of some serious respiratory illnesses which may put our young children, most especially babies, at risk.
Children have an uncanny ability to pick up all kinds of illnesses and conditions. You’ve probably already lost count of the number of colds your little one has managed to pick up! Frequent illness is something you come to expect as a parent, but some health issues can be a little more worrying than others; particularly if you know very little about them.
One common condition which can sound pretty scary, is Molluscum Contagiosum. If your baby or toddler has been diagnosed, or it’s been mentioned to you by a friend or relative that they may have the condition, you’re likely to be understandably concerned. To ease those concerns, here you’ll discover everything you need to know about Molluscum Contagiosum, also known as water warts.
Are you bothered with how your toddler reacts to situations that triggers his or her anger and frustration? It may be a common dilemma for parents to be caught in certain incidents where their little toddler suddenly hits a playmate or pushes an adult away. Why is this behavior a common thing with children at this age? Let’s try to figure things out by taking a closer look at what anger and frustration really means.
When you’re pregnant, you have nine months to prepare for baby’s arrival. As well as making sure you have everything you need, you’re also likely to start visualizing how different life will be once your little one arrives. However, what you don’t realize is it’s actually impossible to imagine just how much your life will change once baby is finally here.
Becoming a parent truly is a life-changing experience. While you’ll never truly be prepared for the changes to come, it is possible to gain a little more insight into what to expect. Here, you’ll discover some of the lesser talked about life changes your new baby will bring.
Women who have already given birth would more likely agree that going through labor is not a piece of cake. Labor is exhausting, energy-draining, and “dehydrating”; a phase that every mom-to-be experiences.
During labor, you might have asked yourself, “Why would they not allow us to drink when we badly feel the need for a thirst-quencher?” Are you also puzzled why they give you ice chips instead?
Watching your little one take their very first steps is a really special and exciting moment. However, it also opens up a new world of household dangers.
While some are pretty obvious and easy to prepare for, there’s some common household dangers you may not be aware of. So, taking a little time to toddler-proof the home becomes absolutely essential. Here, you’ll discover some of the most common toddler household dangers every parent should be aware of.
Are you worried your little one may have Autism? While doctors have become much better at recognizing and treating the disorder, diagnosing the condition can be difficult before a child is four years old. This is because the behavior and symptoms linked with Autism are also often present in children who don’t have the disorder.
As a parent, it’s easier for you to recognize when something is wrong. Although it is difficult to diagnose Autism there are some signs you can watch out for, even as early as the baby stage. Here, you’ll discover how to identify the early signs of Autism to ensure if your little one does have it, they can get the treatment they need as quickly as possible. Of course, it’s always recommended to verify your concerns with a doctor before jumping to any conclusions.
Have you encountered the term “critical thinking skills” in relation to a child’s development? These words are often used but most of us might have a vague understanding of what they really mean. To help us get a better understanding of this topic, let us first define “critical thinking”.
Caffeine is an extremely popular stimulant, not just in America, but throughout the world. However, did you know that once you become pregnant, you’ll need to limit your caffeine intake?
While most pregnant women know to cut out alcohol, many don’t realize they need to cut the amount of caffeine they consume too. Here, you’ll discover everything you need to know about caffeine and pregnancy.
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Did you know that way back in the 1920’s and 1930’s, young children were pushed to have strict toilet trainings through punitive and coercive methods?
According to Gwen Dewar, writer of the article “The science of toilet training: What research tells us about timing”, the US Department of Manual in 1935 proposed the use of soap stick insertion in the rectum at certain times to enforce strict regularity in the bowel movement. Some even imposed physical punishments for toilet training accidents. Dewar said that these harsh methods were prevalent until after World War II when the medical community argued about its negative effects on children.
To better understand this, let us take a closer look at the psychological implications of potty training.
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Wondering where egg cells go when a woman had her tubes tied?
Data gathered by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) U.S. National Library of Medicine indicates that bilateral tubal ligation is one of the most popular forms of sterilization at present with 10.3 million American women who have undergone this procedure for contraception. With its high prevalence rate, there are also a lot of mid-boggling questions about this permanent birth control method that needs to be clarified.
If you’re someone who has had the procedure recently or is considering it, let’s take a closer look at the things that happen within a woman’s body after tubal ligation.
Let’s face it, being a parent isn’t easy. It can often feel like a never-ending cycle of stress, worry and frustration. By the end of the day, the only thing you feel like doing is getting into bed and slipping into a long, deep coma!
However, there are ways to make parenting that little bit easier. Changing your mindset and a few simple habits, could make a massive difference to your parenting journey. So, if you’re looking to become a happier, more relaxed parent in 2018, here you’ll discover some of the top things you need to let go of.