My parents love to tell the story about how I gave up my “nuk.” One day in church, I put it in the offering plate for baby Jesus. When I asked for it later, they told me I gave it to Jesus and I couldn’t have it back. And that was the end of that.
A family friend told her daughter that it was time to give her binkies to other babies who needed them - and sent them off into the sky tied to balloons.
How do you know your child’s camp is SAFE? Have you asked the appropriate questions that would give you confidence in the camp?
When we questioned friends and family members who were sending their kids to camp, most parents - with a slight blush and timid smile -reported that their main concerns were:
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How do you teach your children healthy habits? It's a challenge that every parent faces. The best way to encourage a healthy lifestyle is by setting a good example - but it's also good to talk to your kids about making good choices.
My daughter is turning eleven next week. Let me just say that again, because I’m not really sure that I wrote that right. My daughter is turning ELEVEN next week.
Every once in a while I like to revisit some classic autism-related characteristics. This time I’m going to revisit obsessions.
Recently, I was reminded that my son always seems to have one or two obsessions. One of the latest ones I find very interesting and it makes me love him even more while also reminding me of one of the hallmarks of his diagnosis... autism.
Story telling is a precious and invaluable way of holding on to your history and never forgetting. It’s a way to create memories that can last a lifetime.
It’s the moment every mom dreams of - your baby has arrived and you’re finally ready to take this tiny person home! But if you’re wondering why your baby’s skin reminds you of Benjamin Button, you may not be the only one.
Although they’re quite common, newborn rashes can be both worrisome and frustrating for parents. Rashes appear frequently on babies, and often resolve without any intervention or treatment. In most cases they are benign and short-lived, however, your child’s rash may need to be evaluated by a physician.
