One of the most creative ways by which you can keep a child busy is by getting them to do fun stuff with paper such as cards, envelopes, scrap books and collages and so on and so forth, and while they learn how to use their hands to create something from a scratch, they also [...]
There’s no doubt that parenting can be a tough ask. And what makes it even more difficult is the fact that children can sometimes become aggressive and start biting, pushing or even pulling one’s hair as well. And while this can really embarrassing for the parents involved, there are a few things that one must [...]
Tips to Help Children Who Are Teething A baby will usually start teething anywhere between three months and eighteen months old. These are just some of the symptoms to watch for: running a slight temperature, excessive drooling, gums appear slightly discolored, a constant need to rub the gums. This is a stressful time for the [...]
Your two-year old used to be a sweet little one, but now he or she has these little habits that really want to make you tear your hair out. They don’t call it the terrible twos for nothing. Why are temper tantrums common among toddlers? Firstly, two year olds begin to see the world a [...]
There is really nothing more exciting (and stressful) for parents of two-year old tots than toilet-training. But most parents rush to their pediatrician, constantly worrying about whether they’re doing it right. “Why isn’t my child responding?”, “Am I being too harsh?”, “Am I being too lax?”, “Have I bought the right potty?” and other questions [...]
Medical experts report that out of the 3.5 sports related injuries that are treated in children each year, nearly half are preventable. There are some steps parents can take to ensure their children are as well equipped as possible before hitting the playing field or court. The best way to prevent injury is to make [...]
(NYSE: TOY) Toys R’ Us has addressed the holiday season with optimism for an annual increase in profits. After suffering a famine last year in toy sales, the company expects to make a massive comeback, hiring over 45,000 new workers to handle big holiday season shopping events. Toys R’ Us holds a monopoly over toy [...]
Some parents would rather have their kids not watch television. Some do not even have a TV, while others battle with their children about how they watch too much of it. Here are some helpful hints on finding a healthy balance: How much TV is not too much TV? This depends on the family. An [...]
Technology is one thing children these days are always in touch with. Seven-year olds get mobile phones for their birthdays, and toddlers know how to work a PlayStation Portable. Then there’s the computer, and of course, the World Wide Web. The Internet is one of the friendliest things a child can come to know. It [...]
Keeping children relaxed and calm during holidays is easier said than done. Here are a few tips to help you: #1 – Do not overcrowd their schedule. If you feel their activities for the day are too much, cut it out. Try to avoid activities that go on for a long time, as this might [...]