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Playing a musical instrument can be a wonderful addition to a person's life. Most experts start practising from early childhood and continue because it is in their bones. Even if your child does not become a professional player, playing music can be helpful in improving academic skills, in addition to...
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Nasal congestion is one of the most troublesome symptoms for young and old, but in the case of babies it can be very irritating. This coupled with the lack of language that allows them to indicate exactly what bothers them, can cause despair to anyone who wants to find a quick solution. Fortunately there...
If you have a toddler then you know that mood swing and meltdown is an integral part of your daily routine. If you don’t have a toddler, then you may be slightly nervous about how to act in front of him or her, wondering what's appropriate to say or do, and even what kind of tone of voice you should use....
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School bullying or bullying is a very serious issue that must be handled delicately. Before reporting a situation, you first need to have evidence and be absolutely certain that your child is being subjected to this kind of harassment. However, once you have the necessary evidence, you'll need to act quickly....
If we really think about all the skills we as human beings need to learn from birth to adulthood, the undertaking seems almost impossible as what we need for both healthy development and self-protection is so vast. Fortunately, we are intuitive animals who learn in our early years by picking up information...
Many new parents are unsure about when can babies eat shellfish; "when can I give my baby shellfish" is one of the most common questions parents ask their pediatrician. You might be eating lots of shrimp, crab and squid at home and you are unsure if babies should eat shellfish at all.
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Do you feel that your child is easily distracted? Has their teacher told you that they can't concentrate in the classroom? It seems clear that your child has an attention problem that may affect their school performance and their learning in general. This is must be taken seriously, because it will lay...
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Educating our children is not always easy. A child's learning process will depend both on the child's own abilities and skills and our own teaching methods, so there's no settled schedule when all children must have learnt to do particular things. There's no need to worry about adhering to strict milestones.
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Feeding babies spices and herbs used to be a taboo, especially in Western countries. However, in recent years there has been a revolution in the way babies are introduced to new foods, baby led weaning being at the forefront. Foods that were traditionally considered prohibited, such as shellfish, are...
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Usually, you cannot start baby led weaning at 4 months, you should wait until 6 months. However, if the baby has particularly good coordination, can sit, and shows interest in food, you could start as early as 4 months, with very digestible food.
Baby led weaning does not have many rules, so many parents...
People rarely know what to say or do for someone who recently had a miscarriage. Many people are unsure of how to handle such situations. After a miscarriage, the feelings of sadness, loss and confusion are overwhelming for most. But a little kindness from friends and family and get them through the sad...
One of the best ways to help children learn fundamental principles such as patience, understanding, honesty and good behavior is without a doubt through games. By creating a fun and entertaining experience children will be able to grasp the differences between behavior that is encouraged and praised while...
Logical thinking is a mental process that uses coherent reasoning to reach a conclusion. Children can start learning the sequential processes of critical thinking before they start school. Games to increase logical thinking help children with problem solving and intellectual growth.
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Baptism is a religious ceremony performed under Christianity and symbolises a person's purification, and admission into the Church. When a child or baby is baptised, it is often accompanied by the giving of their name. When young children attend a baptism, or are to be baptised themselves, it can be a confusing...
Want to know how to help a child with insecurities? Introversion is part of someone's personality, but a little learning can make someone open up a little and make them more confident. Overall, insecurity is a clear reflection of a lack of confidence and is a problem that can be treated with love and patience....
Disposable baby diapers are parents' best friends, but the worst enemies for the environment. Did you know that a single disposable baby diaper you throw in the landfill can lie there for as long as 300 years? And just imagine the number of diapers you alone will throw until you toilet-train all your children,...
Have you ever heard of colic? Did you know that trapped wind can cause convulsions and colic? Colic consists of painful abdominal contractions suffered by babies for about 12 weeks after they're born. They mainly have difficulty expelling wind, along with a difficulty in passing stools. It's normal for...
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Children learn through repetition as they imitate their elders. If they see you writing, it's likely that they will soon ask you to teach them how to write too. You have to begin with small tasks like writing your name. This is the first step towards child literacy. OneHowTo are here to help with his article...
A baby bottle is a feeding tool that must be carefully looked after as it comes into direct and constant contact with of our baby's mouth. For this reason, it is vital that the bottle be cleaned properly and that it be sterilized and have the teats replaced frequently to prevent infection and other health...
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When you start a relationship with someone everything is new and at the beginning some situations may be uncomfortable, such as meeting your partner's family. But when you do not only have to relate to the parents or siblings but also your partner's child, or children, there comes the inevitable question:...
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