The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling about 40,500 Troy the Activity Trucks, imported by Infantino LLC, of San Diego, Calif. The plastic beads on the activity truck's bead runs can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Infantino has received 28 reports of the plastic beads detaching from the bead runs on the activity trucks, including two … [Read more...] about Infantino Recalls Toy Activity Trucks Due to Choking Hazard
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Music Therapy for Children With Developmental Disabilities
Children with developmental disabilities may benefit from various types of interventions, including speech therapy, physical therapy, tutoring and academic or emotional counseling. Music therapy serves a specific role in that it fosters creativity and relaxation while also potentially boosting processing skills, fine motor skills and social skills. When considering music … [Read more...] about Music Therapy for Children With Developmental Disabilities
Music for the Baby During Pregnancy
Fetuses can most definitely hear you, beginning at the start of the second trimester. Playing music for your baby, still in the womb, may be all the rage, but it may not be good to overdo it. Just because the fetus can hear doesn't mean that you should try to enhance sensory stimulation. Too much of that could lead to bizarre adaptation patterns, according to "Psychology … [Read more...] about Music for the Baby During Pregnancy
Baby’s First Birthday Party Activity Ideas
A baby's first birthday party usually means more to his parents and the party guests than to the baby himself. More likely than not, the 1-year-old child will not be able to participate in many birthday party activities and may even grown cranky and confused at all the activity swirling around him. When planning a party for a baby, think of things the guests will enjoy that … [Read more...] about Baby’s First Birthday Party Activity Ideas
Soothing Baby Music Ideas
Colicky, anxious or stressed infants will calm down naturally when they hear soft and smoothing music. Music can be used to improve a baby’s mood, increase focus and encourage deep relaxation. Many parents use music to lull a baby to sleep at night, but soothing music can be used at any time of the day to reduce anxiety or tension and slow down the baby’s heart rate.Sing … [Read more...] about Soothing Baby Music Ideas