Articles for category: Parenting

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Oral Thrush: Fungal Infections in the Newborn

Oral thrush, also known as simply “Thrush”, is a common term used to describe a medical condition known as an oral form of Candidiasis. As a fungal infection of the mouth, many parents are alarmed at the presence of thrush in a newborn. While most notable in the first few weeks following birth, Thrush can ...

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Tips for Handling Baby Tantrums

When I had my first child, I didn’t have blinders on. I knew this adorable, squirming and often stinky bundled dream of my existence would someday be my nightmare. I’d heard all about the terrible twos and toddler tantrums. I’d watched them first-hand, emphasizing with pink faced women hauling squalling small children to the confines ...

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Best Interactive Games for Toddlers

The toddler years are such an exciting time for both parent and child. The physical and intellectual changes are evident in leaps and bounds. Every day there is something new and interesting to be learned, observed and enjoyed. Interactive games are such an important part of this stage of development. The more a child and ...

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Using Tools for Speech Therapy

In a previous article I listed all of the tools I have collected to use in my speech therapy exercises I do with my son. In this article I would like to explain the ways I use my tools for speech therapy. These are just ideas, some of them mine, some of them shared with ...

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Best Lunch Ideas for a Saturday

Saturday morning is wonderful. Once your children are old enough, they will probably head into the toy room or plop themselves in front of the television for some cartoons, letting you sleep in for at least another 30 minutes. Maybe even more! They may even be able to feed themselves breakfast, giving you a chance ...

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German Baby Names for Girls

When choosing a baby name, many parents enjoy learning about the origins of the names that they love. Some may even look for a baby name that originated from a certain country. Here are some trendy baby names for girls with German origins which may be a suitable choice for your daughter. Allison – Although ...

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Sibling Rivalry: Resolving Jealousy and Competition

Sibling rivalry presents its ugly head in many households with more than one kid. This is usually characteristic of fighting, shouting, annoying each other, and so forth. Often times, the children may seek an ally in their parents. Naturally, parents try and remain neutral, and allow the children to work out their differences. While this ...

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Choosing the Perfect Extracurricular Activities for College Admissions

If you’re like most American high school students, the subject of college admissions is often on your mind. Chances are, the question of which extracurricular activities will have the most positive impact on your college application has often entered your thoughts, too. The basic answer to that question is simple: unless you’re a stellar athlete, ...