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Bath Time… The First Time
The first few weeks of your baby’s life you may not want to rush into bath time. It’s perfectly ok to give him sponge baths. As long as his face, hands and genital area are clean, there really is no rush. Bathing your baby for the first time can be intimidating but doing so in a relaxed and safe environment will make it enjoyable for both of you. Prepare yourself before bath time and don’t worry about getting the umbilical stump wet –...
Preemie: Lessons in Love, Life and Motherhood By: Kasey Mathews
Preemie is a story of one family's struggle to raise a one-pound, eleven-ounce baby and beating all of the odds. This is an incredibly moving account of one mom who has to test all of her limits and push herself farther then she ever thought possible. ~ Steph In her early thirties, Kasey Mathews had it all: a loving husband, a beautiful two-year-old son and a second baby on the way. But what seemed a perfect life was shattered when she went...
Supporting Your Kids From the Sidelines
As a daddy to six kids, with one more on the way, I’ve experienced my fair share of school and rec-sponsored sports throughout the years. And I know as well as any parent, supporting your child from the sidelines is often times easier said than done. I’ve compiled a few do’s and don’ts that will help ensure your child feels supported and encouraged, while avoiding stepping on anybody’s toes. DO: Support your child no matter...
Q & A: My Child is Underweight
My pediatrician says my child is underweight. He suggests supplementing with formula or pediasure. What should I do? The growth and development of infants and children is complex, intricate, and most importantly, individual. Each child has a unique genetic makeup and this, combined with unique environmental and social circumstances, helps dictate how a child grows. It is too simplistic to take a child’s weight and conclusively say...
How to Deal with Monsters, Bad Dreams, and other Scary and Frightening Things
1) Read stories and watch shows that debunk traditional monster fears. Stories that represent other children bravely or humorously while facing their fears can be wonderful at allaying false beliefs. When my granddaughter was three, and struggling with the monster stories that were being cast her way at daycare, I bought the movie “Monsters Inc.” and we watched it over and over. Not only did she reframe in her mind what a monster really was...
Pottery Barn Baby Owl Costume
Sewn of soft fleece, padded for shape, and finished with appliqués. It's easy to slip on over other clothes and has a wide face opening for safety and comfort. Pottery Barn Kids has a wide variety of costumes available at: 855-860-1080, www.potterybarnkids.com
Halloween Hair Clips
Have you got the Halloween costume for your little sunshine? Do you want to add a little touch to her Halloween costume? Check out this new series of hair accessories for Halloween. They include Frankenstein, Mummy and Pumpkin, anyone of these 3 clips will add great addition to your Halloween wear. misol.ca
Halloween Tote from Lands’ End
The Lands' End Halloween Tote is 100% cotton. It’s round and stays fully open at the top, making it easy for both your child and the generous treater. And with a reinforced bottom and handles it’ll hold lots of candy, year after year, and even holds up in years when the weather’s less than perfect. landsend.com
The Wedding Cake Shoppe Halloween Cupcakes
The Wedding Cake Shoppe cupcakes are made from scratch using only the freshest ingredients and are available in gluten free. If you're in and around Toronto, you can drop in to The Wedding Cake Shoppe any day (except Tuesday) to pick up cupcakes, or place an order for Halloween themed cupcakes. For more information, visit their website or call 416.916.2253.
Stork Craft nursery furniture
This beautiful set of nursery furniture will make a wonderful addition to any home. Each piece is made of high quality materials that are durable and made to last with extra safety features built-in. The Tuscany Glider and Ottoman’s gentle motions soothe both mom and baby, the 3-drawer Aspen Combo Dresser is the perfect place to store baby’s special belongings and the Carrara 4-in-1 Convertible Crib will take baby all the way from newborn to...
Little Tikes Action Robot Flashlight
To make trick or treating a little brighter, MGA Entertainment’s Little Tikes® has created Action Robot Flashlights™. Available as Red-bot, Girl Robot or Swoosh Robot, these flashlights have bendable limbs that let kids get creative in where they wrap them. They are the perfect companion for the dark night. Suggested retail price: $12.99 Purchase here.
10 Celebrity Moms Breastfeeding Their Babies
With new mom Beyoncé among the celebrity moms who have no qualms about breastfeed in public, we’re taking a look at 10 high-profile mamas who love nursing their babies. Proud breastfeeding mama Pink says “I don’t give a sh*t what somebody else thinks” when it comes to nursing her 15-month-old daughter Willow, while new mom Snooki says breast milk is “best” for newborn son Lorenzo. Read on about Hollywood’s nursing...