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Mistaken Facts of Pregnancy

Part of the experience of being pregnant is being inundated with advice from family, friends and even strangers. While all of these people mean well, some of this advice may be myths and can cause unnecessary fear. Many of these myths sound reasonable, while others are completely unbelievable. If you are in doubt about whether a piece of advice is a myth, check with your doctor.

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Infant Development at 17 Months

Your 17-month-old is not quite a baby and not a full-fledged toddler yet. Her language skills are emerging but aren’t sufficient for her to express her feelings, wants and needs. Her physical skills are also progressing quickly. She may be able to climb on anything and won’t remain confined to her stroller for long. And, that makes her tricky to keep up with!

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Brain Development in Early Childhood

Understanding how a child’s brain develops and what you can do to foster that development is important for all parents. While we can’t control the nature part of a child’s development, we can provide a nurturing environment to enhance what’s already been established.

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What Type of Dress Goes With Peep-Toe Shoes?

Peep-toe shoes are on the runways, in fashion magazines and in all the stores, and they have been fashionable for a number of seasons. While sometimes we match the shoes to the dress, with the amazing variety of peep-toe shoes out there now, some of us are shopping for a dress to go with our shoes. The right dress for your peep-toe shoes depends on the shoe. There are casual, flat peep toes and formal, elegant ones. Choose the right dress for your shoes for a put-together, stylish and playful look.

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Effects of Music on Infant Development

For generations, adults have soothed and entertained babies with music and song. Many of them never realized that sound, set to rhythm or music, has a stimulating effect on an infant’s developing brain. The added benefit of a baby having human interaction makes musical play a bonding experience as well. You need not be Pavarotti or even Raffi to inspire musical enjoyment and development in your infant.