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Advice to Parents on Childhood Measles Part I (148 views)
By Peter Nisbet
Measles is caused by a virus of the influenza family. The initial measles symptoms are a bit like a bad cold or flu, but with a rash! The vast majority of parents do not know what measles really is, other than being a childhood illness. They know it has a.. read more

Bathing Your Newborn (162 views)
By Sarah Veda
Bathing a newborn baby can be a traumatic event for a first time Mom. Newborns can seem so fragile, and wet, slippery ones downright frightening. But, don’t fear; once you get the hang of it, you’ll feel like a pro. Newborns only need to be bathed two or.. read more

Mommy & Baby: How To Establish Good Sleeping (169 views)
By Kirsten Hawkins
Do you want your child to be smart and excel? Help him to establish healthy nighttime sleep patterns as an infant! It sounds lofty and unattainable, but I assure you, it is not. Dr. Marc Weissbluth, author of Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child, referenc.. read more

Parenting Tip: Spice Up Child Stories by Using Sound (135 views)
By Paul Arinaga
This article presents a parenting tip for using sound, and especially onomatopoeia, with child stories. The benefits are: 1. they make child stories more interesting 2. stories become more interactive 3. making sounds is fun! Why Use Sound? .. read more

Birth Announcement Etiquette 101 (143 views)
By Alison Hodges
When you are going to give birth to a child, it is a truly special event. All of your friends and family will be eager to hear the news. However, there are certain rules of etiquette for announcing a new birth. The best way to announce a birth is to give.. read more

Pregnant Women - Folic Acid To Be Added To Bread To Avoid Birth Defects (127 views)
By Eva Moffat
The Government is considering adding Folic Acid to all bread except wholemeal at the milling stage. Why Add Folic Acid To Bread? As bread is part of the staple diet of most people, adding Folic Acid, will.. read more

10 Pregnancy Risk Factors that Every Pregnant Woman Should be Aware of (154 views)
By Criss White
Smoking - Smoking is not only bad for you, but bad for your baby as well. Smoking during pregnancy reduces the amount of oxygen that the baby receives and increases the risk of miscarriage, bleeding, and morning sickness. Chemicals inhaled while smoking m.. read more

5 Must Ask Questions For Anyone Potty Training A Toddler (158 views)
By Susanne Myers
If you are thinking about starting to potty train your toddler, there are a few questions you should ask yourself before you begin potty training. Being well prepared for this challenging transition from diapers to potty is one of the best things you.. read more

How Pregnancy Pillows Can Save Your Back! (165 views)
By Julia Tanner
Someone that has not been pregnant will never understand the discomfort it sometimes brings. Because the extra weight your body is carrying and the disproportionate manner it is situated, areas of your back, hips, legs, and feet often feel.. read more

Teach Your Child The Alphabet (157 views)
By Deanna Mascle
One of the first steps in becoming a successful reader is to learn to recognize the letters of the alphabet. The alphabetic principle teaches that spoken language is represented by written words that are made up of varying combinations of.. read more

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