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One Easy First Lesson Toward Raising Independent, Happy Children
Once I saw a three-year old and his mother going to daycare. It was winter time, and the mom was loaded down, carrying her son, his bag, a rain coat, umbrella and his stuffed toy. That simple picture drove me crazy and made me sad for both child and parent. It was not raining and so the mom had no reason to carry the child and his entourage. I decided then and there it would be different with my child.
Motherhood Moments: Chronicles of a Single Mom
There are moments you wish for and look forward to most as a mom… as a parent really. Those moments are precious milestones that you read about in books; stories you hear about from friends and family members who have been around the proverbial parenting block more than once.
When to Give a Toddler a Pillow
Parents often wonder when to introduce new items to young toddlers. Your baby’s first experiences are milestones in his development. While some things, such as sippy cups and big boy pants, are reasons for celebrating, introducing other items too early can lead to health risks. For instance, giving your baby a pillow before he is ready for one can pose a hazard.
How to Clean for Allergy Relief
Allergies can make a sufferer miserable and when irritants infiltrate the home, there’s no respite. One out of five Americans suffer from allergies, and if one parent has allergies, there is a 1-in-3 chance their child will be allergy-prone as well, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. The most common indoor allergens are pet dander, pollen, mold, dust mites and cockroaches. If you have an allergy sufferer in your family, it’s vital to clean allergens from your home.
Head Lice Advice for Parents
Head lice outbreaks are common in schools and day cares, where children often play head-to-head, transmitting the bugs. Lice don’t jump or fly, and they can only live a few hours off of a head, but they can be difficult to get rid of. If your child comes home with head lice, don’t freak out. It’s not because she’s dirty or uncared for.