“Don’t play with your food!” The reprimand still resonates in all our ears, I’m sure! It’s probably still inappropriate for a 6 year old to blow bubbles in his milk at the dinner table, but sometimes it is actually okay to allow – even encourage – a child to play with his or her food.
Month: November 2021
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Summers are all about fun and frolic. Isn’t it? Camping, outdoor activities, ice creams, and several interesting activities can keep your munchkin engaged and entertained. However, summer times may get busy for parents, and with children at home, you may find it challenging to organize any activity. This post puts together a list
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE When it comes to drinking cold milk, there may be a few things to take into consideration. First, storing the milk in the refrigerator will keep it fresh, and if your baby prefers cold milk, you may offer it. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, you can
Explore the little jungle and little safari collections perfect for your adventurous newborn!
Burnout Sequel: How to get out of burnout. In this video, you’ll learn 10 ways to get out of survival mode and avoid burnout as a parent of young children – sooner than you may think. If you haven’t watched the first video, “10 Signs You’re Burning Out”, watch it here: https://youtu.be/vQBUebmHPy8 Hi! I’m Avital,
On the last installment of our special Mother’s Day MomDocs series, hear some final words from our special guests! Learn all the best parts of having a mom who’s also a doctor. Plus, learn why it can be hard (it’s impossible to fake sick!). Finally, one more time from the whole MomDocs team, Happy Mother’s
Cynthia Rogers, MD, visits a baby in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Rogers is helping lead a national study aimed at understanding how prenatal factors and early life experiences influence brain development and behavior in infants and young children. Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis are
Image: Shutterstock A boat, an airplane, and innumerable cars are an inevitable part of a toddler’s toy collection. Ask them and they can go deep into the details of each such toy. To add to their interest, you can explain them the need of transportation, its various modes, and how each of them works. Complement
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE A fun circle time activity promotes positive relationships and helps children develop stronger bonds with their peers. These activities are a creative way to keep preschoolers engaged, and each child can get the opportunity to feel equally involved as it is a platform that encourages positive interaction. Circle time fosters
We all know that if we don’t get enough sleep or don’t sleep well, we won’t be on top of our game the next day. And we know that many teens and preteens get too little or poor-quality sleep. Now, a large, first-of-its kind study from Boston Children’s Hospital spells out in detail how inadequate
Celebrate Ramadan this spring with Mothercare’s special collection!
Hernias in children are common reasons why an otherwise healthy child might need to see a pediatric surgeon. But what is a hernia? Do you know the 2 most common types of hernias in children? In this video, Dr. Jesse Vrecenak answers these questions. Plus, she explains what you should look out for as a
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Children get two types of teeth, milk teeth or primary teeth and permanent teeth. Most infants get their first milk teeth at around six months, while some may not get them until they are one year old (1). The teething period lasts until the appearance of two year old molars,
Source: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Colors fascinate babies. The ability to identify colors is a milestone of their cognitive development. Most toddlers start differentiating colors by the age of 18 months. However, their ability to name different colors can develop by 36 months (1). That said, you may start introducing colors to your children whenever
Image: Shutterstock Home of Bob Marley and Usain Bolt, Jamaica is the third-largest Caribbean Island country in the West Indies. This country has produced some of the most renowned musicians and fastest runners and is known for its aesthetic beaches, beautiful waterfalls, and Jamaican rum. The diverse culture of Jamaica can be traced back to
Every 20 hours, an Australian child is born with cerebral palsy (CP), a neurodevelopmental disability that affects their motor movements, such as the ability to walk, run and maintain balance. New sport to give children with cerebral palsy the chance to run independently | 7NEWSPlay Video Credit: University of South Australia A lifelong condition with
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