photo:iStockphoto It’s easy to hand your toddler a tablet or phone to distract them while you to cook dinner. But instead of letting them swipe and tap the time away, how about getting them to pour, stir and measure? Toddlers love to help in the kitchen. If they start at a young age, it can inspire
Lice are parasitic insects that live on the human body, and they are highly contagious. While lice do not carry any diseases, having them can be itchy and uncomfortable. Lice have existed for as long as humans. While some types can live elsewhere on the body, the most common species lives in the hair on
By Caroline Knorr, Common Sense Media From cyberbullying to FOMO to cruel comments, social media can be a land mine for kids. Issues we parents never had to worry about, such as an intimate photo texted to the entire school or Instagram videos of a birthday party we weren’t invited to, are now a risk
Image: iStock The mildly sticky substance that lines up the canal of your ear is not dirt, but it is called ear wax or cerumen. It is a mixture of the secretions produced by the inner lining of your ear canal, the dead skin cells of your ear and the fine hair that lines up
Image: Shutterstock When you want to relax and enjoy the evening or have trouble sleeping at night, a warm cup of chamomile tea is all you need. Thanks to its soothing and relaxing properties, chamomile tea is a popular beverage around the world. But did you know that chamomile tea can also help soothe babies?
Our parenting consultant Liz Day talks about the importance of sleeping positions for small babies. Remember: feet to the foot of the cot.
photo:iStockphoto So you’re ready to start potty training, but you’re not sure if you want to try a three-day method or something more gradual? We asked Janice Heard, a community paediatrician in Calgary, about common missteps parents make when they try accelerated toilet training for their toddler. (Hint: A few of her “don’ts” are actually
After giving birth, many women notice swelling or puffiness in the skin, especially in the legs and face. This is called postpartum swelling. During pregnancy, the body retains extra water to support the baby, and this water is gradually released through sweating and urination. In the meantime, various home remedies and exercises can reduce the
A baby can have an allergic reaction for a variety of reasons. An allergic reaction occurs when the body has an adverse response to a usually harmless substance, such as a soap or a specific food. Babies have sensitive skin, which makes them more likely than adults to develop a rash. Even a slight irritation
What happens when “Fixer Upper” meets picky eaters? “Fix Her Supper,” of course. That’s the title of a new parody video from The Dad, a media and entertainment brand targeting millennial fathers. “Fix Her Supper” reimagines the beloved HGTV show as focusing on two parents dealing with a picky eater. While the food choices might
Image: iStock Diarrhea is common in toddlers but it doesn’t make it any easier for parents to handle. It vexes the parents, and puts the toddler under severe physical stress. There are many reasons for a toddler getting diarrhea. But how does one deal with and manage the condition? Also, are there any home remedies
Image: Shutterstock Polio is perhaps the last pediatric illnesses you will think of when you have a baby since it is almost non-existent except in a few pockets of the world. Polio is capable of causing life-long complications, but it is also one of the easiest diseases to prevent. Polio vaccines have become more pervasive
What clothes do you need for a newborn baby? Mothercare tells you what to expect and what you need when your little one comes home! For our great value ‘My First’ collection – click here! http://bit.ly/whatclotheswillmynewbornneed
Illustration: Emily Beaton 1. Most toddlers go through a phase when they constantly pull up the tub stopper. Save water and your sanity by putting your rubber tub mat over the plug. They’ll forget all about it. Illustration: Emily Beaton 2. Corral small bath toys, shampoos and everything else in a caddy that sits horizontally
Image: iStock Nursery rhymes, or the Mother Goose rhymes as called in North America, have been in usage since the 19th century. However, one of the earliest poems, in French, dates back to the 13th century. Rhymes were recorded in English plays from around mid-16th century. Tommy Thumb’s Song Book, printed around 1744, was the
Image: Shutterstock It seemed like the coolest thing to do at the time. But you have a baby now and may be regretting that nipple piercing you got. Breastfeeding with a nipple piercing can be a problem. The piercing could interfere with the flow of milk through the nipple. Or it could hurt the feeding
photo:Stocky United You read all the books—or, at least, you bought them and opened a few—you went down the rabbit hole of birth videos (just one more!) and you took a prenatal class or two. So you were prepared for the good, the bad and maybe even the ugly…but has the weird of your brand
Proper self-care is important for physical health and mental well-being after an abortion. When a medical professional performs an abortion, it is a safe procedure that carries few risks. However, women should be aware of what to expect after an abortion and how to plan their rest and recovery. According to one analysis, it is
Essential oils derive from herbs, flowers, and other plants. As well as applying them to the skin during aromatherapy massage, people also use essential oils in a diffuser. This article will look at whether essential oils can benefit babies, as well as if they are safe to use. Essential oils for babies People should not
Kids may say the darndest things, but parents tweet about them in the funniest ways. So each week, we round up the most hilarious 280-character quips from moms and dads to spread the joy. Me: “When I was a kid, they made markers that smelled like fruit flavors. You could smell them as you drew.” (pause) 12:
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