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How to Help a Developing Baby

While giving a baby loads of love is one of the most important things you can do to aid in her development, there are other things you can do to help with a baby’s development. As a baby grows, she is developing new abilities, skills, preferences and interests. How you interact with and care for a baby can influence her development.

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Stomach Pains and Fever

Your child is clutching her tummy, wailing in agony. You feel her forehead, and it is burning up. It could just be a simple infection, such as the so-called stomach flu. The cause of her pain and fever could also be something more serious, such as appendicitis or diverticulitis. Fever and stomach pain together can also point to certain chronic conditions.

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Health Lessons for Kids

Kids are naturally curious and social little people, and this combination can make them a natural target for germs and bacteria. While getting grimy during play is often unavoidable, kids need to learn basic health lessons as part of the growing up process. By teaching your kids the fundamentals of health and hygiene, you can make the world a little bit safer for your children as they grow.

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Does the Acai Berry Diet Work?

Numerous wondrous properties have been assessed to the mysterious, exotic acai berry, one of the more compelling being that it functions as a diet aid. Named by the Better Business Bureau as one of the “Top 10 Scams and Rip Offs of 2009,” an acai berry diet — whether you drink the juice or take the supplements — won’t result in weight loss.

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How Does Composting Work?

Composting at your home allows you to recycle your own waste while providing nutrition for your garden. You can compost almost anywhere, although some areas have laws regulating it, such as requiring a closed container to contain smells. Creating a compost pile is easy to do, and maintenance doesn’t require much of your time.