Image : iStock Preschool block activities are a source of rejuvenation and learning. There are many benefits of block play, such as developing motor skills in toddlers that allow them to learn and revise letters, shapes, and patterns through playtime (1) Head to the nearest craft stores and buy some unique block shapes that may
Month: December 2021
How to Raise Grateful Children (10 Tips for Teaching Gratitude) The Parenting Junkie shows us today how to raise grateful children. Want to know how to have conversations about Thanksgiving gratitude this holiday season? In a world of instant gratification, teaching kids gratitude can be tricky and difficult. A kids gratitude journal is one of
A new study found that changes in specific genes may contribute each year to the roughly 400 sudden unexplained deaths in children (SUDC) aged 1 year and older—and separately from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Children younger than 1 year old who die suddenly are diagnosed with SIDS, and older children with SUDC. But the
Image: iStock Birds chirping and melting snow are your reminder to welcome spring. It is that time of the year when staying indoors may get boring. So head outdoors, breathe fresh air, and get kissed by the sun. Visit the nearest park with your children, or just get cozy in your backyard. Spring activities for
AUTHOR: Farwa Shoaib Praising a child is known as the most effective strategy to deal with children (even adults). It is encouraging for children and easy for parents, but it’s tricky. Yes, it is! Are we spoiling children with our words? Do they understand that they don’t own the world and they are not perfect? Do they
HSE academics joined researchers from the Turner Scientific Research Institute for Children’s Orthopaedics to study how the brains of children with arthrogryposis control elbow flexion after muscle transplantation. They found that in such patients, more motor neuron activity occurs, which means that the start of a new movement requires more effort from the brain. The
Image: iStock Did you know dinosaurs went extinct more than 66 million years ago? But, movies, theme parks, and interesting, fun facts about dinosaurs leave preschoolers curious and wanting to learn more. Quench their thirst by experimenting with some fun dinosaur activities for toddlers. Who knows, your child is a paleontologist in the making. 20
Bumbo seats are a type and brand of baby seats that let babies sit by themselves with support. Parents often prefer these to prop their baby in a seated position. The seat features a snug, carved-out seat with a backrest, armrest, and a stopper at the front that holds the baby. The seats often come
A team led by scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine, Scripps Research and the University of Chicago has identified an important site of vulnerability on influenza viruses—a site that future influenza vaccines and antibody therapies should be able to target to prevent or treat infections by a broad set of influenza strains. The scientists, whose results
Having a baby is a life-changer. But until you are there, you can’t realize how much your life will change when your precious bundle of joy arrives. These tips on how to prepare for the first few weeks with baby might come in handy when the time comes. Table of Contents How To Prepare
Researchers from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have published the most comprehensive description to date of the rare genetic disorder known as WAGR syndrome. This new report identified several clinical issues not classically associated with the disease and provides guidance for proper diagnosis, management, and potential treatment options. The findings were recently published in the
Image: iStock Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, and Violet. Most kids are fascinated by colors and all things magical. And rainbows are nature’s wonder that leaves children awestruck. Rainbows appear after a storm passes away, and light reflects on rain’s water droplets. Children are always curious about how this beautiful rainbow arch forms. Aren’t
Researchers in Japan have evaluated hemodynamic factors that may help identify sites where aneurysms are likely to form. Detailed findings of this study are described in the article “Computational fluid dynamic analysis of the initiation of cerebral aneurysms” by Soichiro Fujimura et al., published today in the Journal of Neurosurgery. Unruptured aneurysms are most often
After Christine Malik gave birth to her first daughter three years ago, a clinician affiliated with a company called Pediatrix entered the hospital room and fitted the infant with sensors and wires for a hearing test. The child failed the screening required by law for all newborns, the tester said, requiring a follow-up exam. “We
Amidst a pandemic, a pregnancy and a mat leave, I lost touch with myself…and denim fashion. Before entering the mall, I slip on a holiday-themed mask. I’d meant to grab my black one, but I left it on the counter next to the baby formula, so my face has been transformed into Rudolph the Red-Nosed
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE An obstacle refers to an indoor or outdoor activity that involves movement such as running, climbing, crawling, or simply walking through a maze. Obstacle courses for toddlers and preschoolers can help kids improve their gross and fine motor skills, bilateral coordination, and build stamina. Obstacle course activities are not just
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