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My Daughter, Reality TV and Me.
I hate reality TV.well, most if it anyway. I am so over the fate of Jon and Kate. And while I confess to Idol worshiping during the final few rounds each season and enthusiastically texting my vote to support the underdog, I have little interest in keeping up with the preening, Botoxed, Married to the Mob Jersey girls on The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Because of my contempt for most of the low-culture products proliferating on the cable channels today, its a bit baffling that I agreed to let my six-year-old daughter Lexi get cast in a reality show.
Why I’m Jealous of Your Baby
There are two kinds of babies: those who are described as busy, spirited, high-energy, active, sensory-seeking, adventurous, precocious or driven. And then theres the good kind. I have the former. Hes busy. Busy. Whoever came up with that one should get one of those MacArthur fellowships.
So Your Child Needs Speech Therapy…Now What?!
Some parents know instinctively that their child needs speech therapy- maybe its the way strangers cannot understand him or the way he struggles to get his words out. Other parents are encouraged by their childs teacher to have their little one evaluated. Sowhat do you do once your child has been evaluated and speech therapy is recommended?
Summer Camps for Kids With Down’s Syndrome
A summer camp adventure provides all children with opportunities for adventure, play and learning. But if your child has Down’s Syndrome, finding the right camp requires special care. You can choose an integrated camp or one designed for children with special needs; you may even opt for a camp that encourages a specific hobby or favorite sport.
Do Babies Adjust Well to Sleeping in a Different Environment?
Concerns about napping, sleep patterns and normal infant sleep trouble nearly every parent. While sleep routines can help baby sleep well, maintaining the same sleep environment can be difficult, particularly for busy families. Not every baby can adjust to varied sleep environments, but some tips and tricks can help to soothe your baby into sleeping well anywhere.