Tummy time encourages babies to build strong muscles in their upper body. Head control is achieved faster with tummy time. Tummy time helps babies learn to push up, roll over, crawl, and eventually stand up. This can begin as soon as your baby is home; skin-to-skin moments are great for tummy time. Two to three […]
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Once your baby is mobile, there is lots of childproofing to do. These few safety tips will save you a lot of pressure that comes with your curious baby’s movements. Anything that can fit entirely in a baby’s mouth.
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Newborns are at risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). The material chosen to dress a newborn with can increase the risk of SIDS. Baby blankets are usually lightweight; they can be used to wrap, swaddle, or cover a baby. Baby blankets can become hazardous when used wrongly. How Can Blankets be Hazardous? Preventive Measures
Once babies learn to stand, they want to explore their new upright position, so they start moving side to side with the aid of furnitures and fixed objects around them. This movement pattern is known as cruising. It is a developmental milestone in preparation for walking, running and other upright positions. Cruising starts at about
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Introducing your toddler to a child care program can help them learn new skills that aid development and prepare them for preschool experience. Tips for a Successful Child Care program The most important part of a quality child care program is the warm, supportive and meaningful teacher-child relationship.
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Dehydration in toddlers is when they lose more water than they take in. it means they do not have enough water and essential minerals in their bodies. Dehydration can be mild, moderate, severe, or life-threatening. It is thereby important to recognize the signs of dehydration so it does not worsen to severe dehydration. Risk Factors
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Dealing with Separation Anxiety
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Breastfeeding a newborn may seem easy until you try. Here are some tips to make it a lot easier. Newborn breastfeeding requires patience because it takes a lot of time. Take a position that won’t leave your body aching. Use pillows to support your back, neck and arm. Foot stools come in a very handy
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During pregnancy, the baby survived by reason of the nourishment and oxygen transferred from the placenta via the umbilical cord. It is attached to the baby through an opening in the abdomen. At birth, the baby can breathe on his own and get nourishment from feeding, a sign that the umbilical cord is due to
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SIDS is an acronym for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. There are risk factors involved but safe sleep habit for babies prevents the occurrence of SIDS. Safe Sleep Habits to Reduce the Risk of SIDS
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