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Like many 12 year olds, my daughter recently completed her “Babysitting Course”, which in theory will enable her to venture forth into the world of watching other people’s children with insight, knowledge, and experience.  However, after having reviewed the course materials and grilling her on the information that was shared, I do believe that as a mother of four I should share some vital facts which seem to have been left out of the...

When you’re a new mom it’s easy to get cabin fever and spend time wondering what to do that doesn’t involve a mop or washing machine to fill your days. Your local park is not just for toddlers and kids. You and your newborn can and should enjoy countless afternoons at the park. Here are some tips to make your outing an enjoyable one: - You’ll need a fully stocked diaper bag you may have to change your baby’s diaper while...

This cute little ladybug keeps the mosquitoes away by emitting the barely audible sound of a dragtonfly’s wing-beat a.k.a. the mortal enemy of our pesky, stingy friends. It’s the perfect solution to summer nights at home or away, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors chemical free! Bye-bye sprays and DEET. More details on the Love Bug: Contains a strong clip which makes it easy to attach the bug to strollers,  curtains, the...

The best way to break up the monotony of a workout is to include your baby! With the recent British release of physical activity guidelines for children under five, we are looking at ways to give our babies and ourselves a little more active time.  Here are a few suggestions that will help your child reach important developmental milestones while you tone and tighten. Push up Peek a Boo Place your baby on the floor on his or her tummy,...

Shots hurt and kids don’t like them. So instead of continuing to force little ones to endure the pain of the occasional prick, pediatrician-mom Dr. Amy Baxter developed Buzzy. It’s a bee-shaped, palm-sized device that uses cold and vibration to distract kids from shots. All you do is place Buzzy near the place where the shot is occurring and voila—instant pain distraction! Hospitals nationwide are using these devices. You can see them at...

Summer is here and those with a backyard swimming pool are the lucky ones. What a great way to cool off and enjoy the great weather. Each year, however, many children drown in swimming pool and water related incidences. Most injuries occur through negligence, lack of supervision, a child slipping in the pool, entrapment hazards such as ladders, diving boards and filtration systems. Here are some safety guidelines to prevent pool drownings...

By: Elisa Zied, MS RD CDN, Registered Dietitian Question: My daughter is turning one and seems to eat A LOT! She’s very tall for her age and her weight is proportionate. But at  what age do I worry about portion control? I try to balance her meals with all the food groups…a typical meal would be chicken, sliced cucumbers, a piece of whole wheat toast, some cheese, and some fruit.  ~Julie Crispell, Montreal QC Answer: I’m so glad...

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Took the morning off work for me. Shock! Dropped my toddler son at daycare and came home to write. Horrors! Happily danced around the house with music blaring like a teenager. Guilt! Guilt! Guilt! Since becoming a mother, I often hear phrases like: “You must put yourself first, or you’ll have nothing to give,” or “take care of yourself so you can take care of others” and “take time every day for you.” These phrases make me laugh...

By: Tara Weng When it comes to tattoos in general, nearly everyone has an opinion. But when it comes to moms and tattoos it seems to take on a whole new meaning. “If done discretely and tastefully, they can be quite sexy. The face, neck, breasts and buttocks should never be tattooed,” says 38-year-old Adam. New mom Kristina has her son’s name tattooed on her wrist. “I love it and so does he. I think tattoos are a great expression...

Created just for breast-feeding moms, doctor-designed TheraPearl Nursing Buddies conform to the body even when fully frozen and hold temperature for the recommended time of 15-20 minutes. These packs provide both hot and cold therapy, won’t leak or drip during use and are non-toxic, so there is no threat of VOCs, heavy metals, or BPA.

I remember driving in circles at 2 a.m. one hellish night many years ago after a long night of inconsolable tears and on and off fevers. I was beyond exhausted, having just worked an eight hour day beginning at 6 a.m., taken my daughter to preschool, somehow made it to work on time…only to have to leave early to pick up a suddenly sick child, sit in a pediatrician’s waiting room with other germ-carrying children and diseased toys, pick up...