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The Developmental Benefits Of Music For Children

As parents, we always make sure to offer what’s best for our children, be it physically, emotionally, spiritually, and of course, intellectually. With a lot of innovative techniques of parenting getting popular nowadays, exposing young children to music has been one of the most intriguing, most especially when it comes to its claim on honing our children’s development early on.

This makes us wonder, is there really a link between the development of children and music? Let’s talk about how music benefits children and more in this article. [Read more…]

Does Pedialyte Go Bad Or Expire? If So, When?

Pedialyte is a common remedy used to prevent and treat dehydration caused by diarrhea. To think, 1 out of 9 deaths among children around the world is due to diarrhea, it is quite understandable why a lot of parents stock up on oral rehydrating solutions at home. If you’re a parent doing the same, then you’re on the right track. But now the question that you might have in mind is, “Can Pedialyte go bad?” Here’s what we’ve found. [Read more…]

Repeating Kindergarten- Pros, Cons, And How To Decide

Repeating Kindergarten- Pros, Cons, And How To Decide

When you recall your kindergarten years, your memories may be centered around the play sessions with your friends, recalling singing or dancing to nursery rhymes, or group activities with your friends. In the past, the idea of repeating kindergarten wasn’t such a common idea.

Today, with our more structured form of education (and active involvement of the education and learning process) holding child back for kindergarten has grown in popularity. So if you’re also a parent who is now debating whether you should have your child repeat kindergarten or not, then here are some things that you may want to consider before you make your final verdict. [Read more…]

The Benefits Of Block Play In Toddlers And Young Children

The Benefits Of Block Play In Toddlers And Young Children

Blocks are one of the most famous traditional toys for young children. They come in different forms, sizes, and textures, and it’s no wonder why children are so drawn to them!

From the famous LEGO to the simple wood blocks, your child is sure to find plenty of ways to sort, stack, and construct different structures out of their various shapes and designs. Building blocks for kids may appear fun and pleasurable, but what exactly makes them so beneficial for children to play with?

In this article, we’re going to cover the benefits of block play for toddlers and young children. [Read more…]

How To Easily Remove Splinters In Young Children

How To Easily Remove Splinters In Young Children

A splinter is a small piece of foreign object that enters the skin and tissue of the body. Though for most of us it may appear pretty harmless, it can quite be bothering and painful for young children. Moreover, most splinters need to be removed to prevent further swelling and infection. If your child currently has a splinter or you simply want to learn how to remove splinters in young children, here are some information that you might be interested in. [Read more…]

Acid Reflux (Gastroesophageal Reflux) Remedies in Babies and Children

Acid Reflux (Gastroesophageal Reflux) Remedies in Babies and Children

Acid reflux is a condition wherein the stomach acid and contents leak back to the esophagus, throat, and mouth. Though it may be left unnoticed by most children, this condition can cause a burning sensation in your child’s chest and throat, a symptom that may affect your child’s nutrition and quality of sleep. Does your baby or older child experience acid reflux? Here’s what you need to know about acid reflux along with some remedies to help alleviate its symptoms. [Read more…]

Foot Pain In Children – Causes And Solutions

Foot Pain In Children - Causes And Solutions

Children experiencing foot pain is normal after rigorous physical activity. In some cases however, it can be a symptom of an underlying problem that needs to be addressed. So if your child is experiencing foot pain on a regular basis, here is some information that may help. [Read more…]

How To Teach Children To Blow Their Nose

How To Teach Children To Blow Their Nose

Teaching children to blow their nose may sound fun and playful but it is actually an essential skill that your kids will benefit from once the nasty colds come their way. Do you struggle teaching your little one how to blow his or her nose? Luckily, experts shared a couple of tips of make things a lot easier for you and your child. [Read more…]

Green Tea For Children: Benefits, Drawbacks, And FAQ

Green Tea For Children: Benefits, Drawbacks, And FAQ

Green tea is known for its numerous health benefits, making it an all-time favorite drink of our health-conscious parents. But should you give your children green tea? Since teas are also known for their caffeine content (although we will discuss decaf options later), this may make you wonder – is green tea safe for kids? Can green tea beneficial for young children?

Let’s find out! [Read more…]

Proven Home Remedies For Children’s Bee Stings

Proven Home Remedies For Children's Bee Stings

Bee stings may appear like any other ordinary insect bite, but for a child, it can be painful, irritating, and may even lead to serious health risks. Let’s learn more about bee stings, what home remedy for bee sting can you apply and when to seek medical attention. [Read more…]

Wooden Toys Vs. Plastic Toys – Advantages And Disadvantages

Wooden Toys Vs. Plastic Toys - Advantages And Disadvantages

Parents only want what’s best for their kids, even with toys. There are lots of important things to consider when selecting toys for young children, but the biggest debate recently is between wooden vs. plastic toys. So to help you shop the next time around, here’s a comparison based on these two common materials used for children’s toys. [Read more…]

Everything You Need To Know About Bedwetting (Causes And Solutions)

Everything You Need To Know About Bedwetting (Causes And Solutions)

Bedwetting amongst kids 5 years and up is oftentimes a difficult issue to tackle at home. Should you worry? Should you leave it alone? We’ll help answer your questions. Read on.

The Familiar Story Of Sue, A Parent Just Like You

Sue loves being a mom!

Of course, she’s always the first one to say that it’s never easy and she’s had her fair share of difficult moments; but overall, she’s never felt as complete or as fulfilled.

Sue could honestly say that one of the happiest day of her life was when she and her husband, Paul, welcomed their son Liam. Both Sue and Paul weren’t prepared for the exhaustion of it all, but they took everything in stride and Liam soon grew up to become a happy, well-adjusted toddler.

Little Liam met all his milestones at the right age and aside from the occasional harmless bump on the forehead or a stuffy nose, he never had any health issues more serious than a fever for a day or two.

Sue was so proud during Liam’s first day at pre-K. She baked him a cupcake and Paul took the morning off from work so they could both be around for his first day.

Fast forward to the present, Liam is just a couple weeks’ shy from his 5th birthday. [Read more…]

4 Easy, At-Home Easter Activities For Kids And Families

4 Easy, At-Home Easter Activities For Kids And Families

Staying at home to avoid the Coronavirus doesn’t mean that you can’t have a meaningful Easter Sunday celebration with your family. Our team has lined up some great ideas for you! Read on.

Lockdown. Isolation. Quarantine. These are now the new realities that we must adhere to in order to fight the COVID-19 global pandemic. But amidst all the uncertainty, us parents need to do whatever we can to find some semblance of normalcy for the benefit of our children.

So, while most people say “everything is cancelled” (at least for the interim of the isolation/quarantine period), children just don’t see it that way. They still think about their upcoming birthdays, they still think about family routines and they still love to take part in special celebrations, and in case you’ve not kept track – Easter Sunday is less than two weeks away!

Don’t worry. It’s perfectly all right if you haven’t even thought of Easter or any other occasion for that matter. Collectively, the world is still reeling from recent events and we are all still coping with our “new normal”.

On that note, it’s perfectly okay, as well, if you and your family is not really up for celebrating anything at all. In times of great stress and grief, we deal with things the best way we know how. For some, holding on to beloved family traditions is balm to the soul, while for others – simply letting the days pass by is a good way to heal.

Whatever the case may be, the Kinacle Team has come prepared with Easter activities and trivia that you’ll love to share with your kids. Whether you want a fun, active day or a quiet afternoon just talking about what Easter means, our suggestions will suit however you want to spend Easter Sunday. [Read more…]

Empathy Vs. Bullying: Empathy Building Activities For Young Children

Empathy Vs Bullying: Empathy Building Activities For Young Children

An ever-present crisis that plagues our children’s schools and everyday lives, Kinacle takes a look at the viral story of 9-year-old Quaden Bayles and using empathy as the best way to battle bullying.

Bullying is America’s sleeping dragon. Everyone hopes and prays it stays deep in its slumber, never showing it’s beastly face, never harming our children but we all know that once in a while the sleeping dragon wakes up and reminds us of how ugly, how hurtful and how damaging it can be. And, as evidence shows – deadly.

Because of its prevalence, bullying has become a horrifying kind of “normal” that it’s sadly one of those things that children must learn to understand as part of everyday life. But up until today, it’s still happening, we’re still discussing it, we’re still looking for solutions and we’re still finding the most effective ways to put an end to bullying. [Read more…]