Your baby may be at the stage when he's taken an interest in feeding himself. Most of his efforts will be quite messy—half, if not more, of the cereal will probably end up on the floor and even in his hair. But resist the urge to grab back the spoon. These efforts build hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Help him along by giving him finger foods, which are easy to … [Read more...] about Finger foods for your baby
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How NOT to talk to kids about money
We all want our kids to learn how to handle money wisely. We want them to save, make smart purchase decisions, and to eventually be able to set financial goals. However, sometimes our good intentions create the opposite effect. We end up nagging, or our little 'money talks' end up making our kids feel anxious about money, or feel guilty about asking for what they want. Here are … [Read more...] about How NOT to talk to kids about money
Is your baby teething?
First time moms may feel a little overwhelmed when their baby suddenly becomes fussy. They cry, they refuse food, or they may ask for a bottle and then spit it out. These symptoms may indicate that your baby is starting on the long and uncomfortable road of teething. While you should always tell your doctor about any concerns (that's what doctors are for!) this article may … [Read more...] about Is your baby teething?
How to soothe a teething baby
It can be heartwrenching to listen to our teething baby's little sobs of discomfort. We can't completely make the pain go away, but there are some ways to help alleviate the pain of teething. These tips have been collected from parents, who know exactly what you're going through. They share what worked for them, and we hope it will work for you. … [Read more...] about How to soothe a teething baby
Is your preschooler too pushy?
Social skills don't come naturally to young kids. Some are really shy and withdrawn, and others become a little bit too rough and pushy. Maybe they grab toys or insists on setting the rules (causing, of course, the shy kids to withdraw even more). Pushy or aggressive kids aren't bullies. They're just learning how to deal with others and to balance their own need for control … [Read more...] about Is your preschooler too pushy?