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Babies way of communication

naomi — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:10:36 +0000

Since babies can’t talk, they have their own way of communicating with us. We often find it cute when baby smiles or giggles when we make fun of our faces and it’s their way of showing appreciation on us. They may even try to reach for our hands because of curiosity. We may often find it sweet when babies put their heads on our shoulders when we carry them. Or even when they look at us as seemed like they are listening to whatever we say. But did you know that baby’ most popular way of communicating to us is through crying? We often hear them cry: when they are hungry, they need a diaper change, they have discomfort or something’s bothering them or even simple things like they just need a company. And it’s because that is the most effective way they can catch our attention. Though these crying have different meanings, and at first it may be difficult to understand them since they can’t talk but as we become familiar with how they cry we will then realize/understand the meanings behind their crying. We may even start taking note on how high or loud their voices when they cry. That will give us a thought how they are affected on whatever they want or needs. But things will be easy for us when we start to teach them simple words in that way even though they can’t speak they can understand what we are saying or offering to them.

Playpens

naomi — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 07:55:03 +0000

A playpen is an equipment that can be considered helpful for mom. You can also notice the big change on the playpens you used before when you’re a baby than today’s playpen. Before buying a playpen now, you must consider you purpose in having it. Whether you want your child to sleep on it or not? You might also noticed that there are playpens that can be turned to crib. For me this type is more usable and will allow you to maximize the money you pay for it. Some moms use to put lots of designs and toys inside the playpens so that the child will find it nice and the child will not get bored inside. It is also a good place to put your baby when you need to do some chores but make sure once you leave him inside the playpen he will not climb out that will cause you trouble. Remember that you can leave the baby inside the playpen for only a short period of time.

Things to pack

naomi — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 07:40:26 +0000

Pregnancy is considered to be one of the greatest experience that a woman will ever have. But the most special and exciting part of pregnancy is the giving birth or the labor part. Most woman are afraid in this period but being one of those woman who successfully gave birth I can say that all the negativity will disappear once you feel the labor cramps.
Actually, most pregnant woman forget about packing the things she needs in the hospital. Maybe that is because of the stress, shock or simply the thought that a pregnant woman is in labor needs to be rushed in the hospital. I think, it is advisable to pack early the things she will need in giving birth. One month before her due date is good enough.
Common things that to be pack are the baby clothes and things such as diapers, mittens, socks, baby clothes, hats, blankets. If the hospital has a welcome kit you don’t need to bring cottons and alcohol so it’s advisable to ask if they have one. For the mom maternity pads, undies, clothes, nursery bra if you plan to breastfeed, slippers. Do also consider some other things like if you think you might stay long in the hospital you might have lots of stuff to bring. So better check and ready everything so that once you feel the labor pains you will just grab the bag and rush yourself into the hospital.

Is your child advance?

naomi — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 02:04:02 +0000

If you answer yes, then probably your child can consider as gifted. Well, I’m not saying that all can be considered gifted. It is still best to cnsult a professional if you suspects that the development of your child is advanced than the usual child of his age. Try also to research on the net some signs that will give you a hint but some results may say that it will vary from the place and environment a child grows. Unlike when you consult a pediatrician or a child psychologist they will give your child a test and will explain to you the results. If they find your child gifted or advance they might even encourage you to support the childs like if he loves painting then try to enroll him to an art class. Well, it’s really nice to know that your child is gifted or advance so continue nourishing him.

Choosing a toddlers shoe

naomi — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 01:58:51 +0000

Are you the type of parent that has hard time picking what kind of shoe to buy for your toddler? Well, rejoice! Most parents who has toddlers does really find it hard to pick a shoe for his toddler. You might even noticed that their shoe size is changing very often. If this is yourproblem you can try buying a shoe which is one size bigger than his original foot size. Aside from that try also to find a shoe that is comfortable. It does not need to be leather since toddlers feet sweat more than us. Try to find a light ans flexible shoes. Also avoid buying pointed-toed shoes, this will only restrict the foot of your tots from movements. Rounded toed shoes is most advisable for them. Also find a shoe that has traction. In this way the shoe will grip the floor but not too much of it. So are you ready now to hunt for the cute shoes of your toddler?

Mold your child

naomi — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 01:48:23 +0000

Teaching the right values to a child as young as zero years old will help a parent to discipline his child. Actually, it will also help showing him a good example and also try to tell him that what you are doing is what is right for him. You can’t just keep on telling him of the things he should do remember that not all the time parents will be right beside every child. You can’t also keep him inside the house where you think it’s the safest place for him. He must also learn being sociable. In that way he will have the chance to face a different kind of life and approach it the way he think is right. Let him learn from his mistakes and continue to guide him through his life’s journey. If you become successful in teaching your child the good things you will feel safe and secure that no matter what temptations he will encounter he’ll probably know what to do.

Pregnancy on Minors

naomi — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:07:05 +0000

It is so alarming! The percentage of teenage pregnancy is getting higher. Aside from that the age group goes younger as the days pass. Maybe this is the call to have a sex education as a curriculum in the school. Though still more conservative groups will surely disagree but the question will rely on when you should really let your child to have enough and proper knowledge about sex? Besides what is the best way to educate a minor about sex? How or what kind of approach will the adult do to teach sexual education without making the child/minor feel uncomfortable? This also calls for parents to give more time to their children and to know them better. Since one of the big factor why minor engage their selves into sex is lack of parental guidance. Aside from that it is said that it’s the minor’s way of revenge to his parent’s. Well, whatever it is we should unite and help prevent this to grow or even worsen the situation of teenage pregnancy.

On raising a child

naomi — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 01:37:46 +0000

There are actually different approach in raising a child. Like what I often heard every mother has her own style. You may ask some advices or guidance to those parents who has successfully raise their child well but still the approach will vary. Their approach maybe good enough for their child but not on your child cause it still depends on how the child will react to the kind of approach you chose.

Another famous line that I often heard to a parent was “seeing or treating your child like a bird. Holding him too tight he will try to escape and once you hold him to light it will fly away. So learn to hold your child in just the right way.”

Talking or having an open communication does also helps in raising a child. Let them voice their opinions in a proper way that won’t sound like disrespecting the adult. But most of all know your child well. His like and dislikes and his attitude. That will guide you on how you will handle your child.

Giving medicines

naomi — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 06:09:31 +0000

Most first time mothers find it hard to feed their babies but I never imagined that it is much harder to make them take their medicines during their sick days. I never find it hard to feed my baby nor make her take her vitamins but just last week I find it terribly hard to make her take the medicines. I even do the things like asking my mom to hold her and force her to take the meds but its useless cause she still manage to spit the medicines. That even made her afraid to take the medicines. So I tried to talk to her and explained why she need to take the medicines and I even had a compromise that after she drink the medicines I’ll give her candy or chocolate after. Well, that do works maybe she does not want the taste of the medicines why she resent taking it.

Develop your child’s EQ

naomi — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 03:41:00 +0000

Most parent’s is concentrated on how they can develop their child’s IQ. They tend to enroll their child in school that has high standard of education. But I think it is also better to help our child develop thier Emotional Intelligence. Though they say IQ sets the standard for intelligence I think it is still important to help them develop their emotions well enough. Actually, EQ is not that hard to develop. You just need a good sense of teaching your child the good morals and let them learn the values of friendship by setting a good example. There were also some people that say it is advisable to let your child feel hurt so that they will know how to handle pain next time it occurs to them. Well, maybe it’s a matter of perception. What is important is being able to support your child in every milestone he/she is at.