Summer is a fun season filled with water activities that kids and families enjoy. However, swimming pools and water activities can present many hazards for babies and children. In fact, drowning is the number one cause of injury-related death for children ages 1-4. Therefore, it is essential for parents to take all the necessary precautions […]
COVID-19 and Precautions for Children
Children with Coronavirus How does COVID-19 affect children? Most children with coronavirus experience mild symptoms such as a fever, runny nose, and cough. Some children do not experience any symptoms while others experience vomiting, diarrhea, and a sore throat. Some adults experience shortness of breath as well but most children do not. Children with underlying […]
How Can I Protect my Baby from COVID-19?
COVID-19: A Challenge for New Parents Having a new baby is exciting and wonderful, but during this time of coronavirus it can be nerve racking to have a new baby at home. How will you keep your precious baby safe? How can family and friends meet the new baby safely? These are just a few […]
My Best Friend Went Back to Work
This decision sometimes causes a disrupt in a friendship, even with those friends who are “just like sisters.” Here’s how to maintain your friendship: 1. You’re not on opposite sides. Your days are just different. Your both still moms who are juggling and trying very hard. And tired. 2. Have a “How are you?” session. Staying […]
“Stolen Moment” Exercise Ideas for Mom
We’ve all been told by magazines and doctors and TV personalities to work out between 45 minutes to an hour a day. But, like most busy moms, not everybody can dedicate that amount of time consistently. Sure, we have the weekends, but wouldn’t it be better to find a way to work out during the […]
Signing With Baby
Every parent waits with baited breath for their child’s first word. All milestones make us feel deliriously happy as parents, but that first word is special for another reason: It’s a first form of communication beyond a smile or tears. When our baby says, “more,” “mommy,” “daddy,” we love that we are communicating with […]
Sunshine 101: A Sunblock Primer
Doesn’t April sun seem so harmless? The sun is barely out of the gate, but spring’s UV rays are almost as strong as in the height of summer. Nowadays, sunblock season is year-round. Basically, it’s any time we’re in the sun, for winter activities like skiing or sledding and early spring jaunts to the park. […]
Baby Cold or Baby Allergy?
Telling the difference between a cold and an allergy can be tricky, because the symptoms seem similar: the runny nose, rash, pink eyes or crankiness all can be attributed to a cold or another passing ailment. But they can also mean allergy. Just don’t look for the classic allergic rash on your infant, that itchy, […]
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