When should you start reading to your baby?
Early academics are the norm in most developed countries now. There is no doubt that very young children, including babies, are a lot more aware of their surroundings than we...
Finding playmates for your toddler
If you're lucky, you already have lots of friends with children relatively close in age when you have a baby. Few new moms have friends who come with built-in playmates...
How do you choose the right infant formula?
Is breast best? Well, there's a time and a place for that discussion, but this is not it plenty of parents formula feed, and new parents or new formula feeders...
How to overcome toddler hair-washing dramas
Toddlers and drama go together, and most toddlers make a drama about washing their hair at some point. Is yours afraid of the water, shampoo in her hair, or worried...
Fetal macrosomia: a big baby
The largest newborn ever to have been recorded weighed over 23 pounds. That baby was born in America in 1897, but died a few hours after entering the world. Still...
Can breastfeeding cause tooth decay?
Have you heard of "baby bottle mouth"? Many people (including many dentists), say that breastfeeding causes tooth decay in babies, and especially breastfeeding throughout the night. Is that true? Can...
Comforting colic in babies
The cause of colic in babies is still not known it s fair to say that it s a bit of a mystery, with almost every parent and parenting expert...
Preparing your child for a first sleep-over
Having that first sleep-over is one of those great milestones that tell a kid that they are really growing up. But, depending on the age of the child, having that...
Equine therapy for autistic and asperger’s syndrome kids
Information on AutismAutism is a medical condition which can be characterized as a developmental disorder. It is known for affect the areas of the brain which are in charge of...
Should you keep your kids home when they have a cold?
Children who have fevers, are vomiting, or are obviously feeling very unwell should not have to go to daycare or school that is something all parents can agree on. But...