Help! I Don't Know Why My Baby Is Crying

By: Janet Winter

From the moment of birth, a baby's first cry is the first 'word' you hear. But what is your baby trying to tell you? Probably it's something like "what just happened, how did I get here and where is my warm, cozy home?"

When your baby cries again, does it sound the same? As you listen to the crying, you should begin to distinguish a difference. This is a baby's only form of communication, other than facial expressions or other body language. But, this still doesn't solve the problem of knowing what your baby wants or needs.

Particularly if this is your first baby, you will soon learn that much of parenting is based on trial and error. As the weeks progress, you will begin to develop a mental list of the most common reasons for crying. Work through the list to determine the most likely immediate need and respond accordingly to soothe your baby.

Okay, this sounds like a place to start, but what are the most common reasons babies cry?

The first thing that probably comes to mind is that the little one is hungry. You'll learn to distinguish these fussy noises, and if you're breast feeding, the movements in search of 'food' when you pick up your baby. If you catch the 'words' quickly enough, you can usually prevent full-blown crying. Food may not stop the fussing or crying immediately, but as long as your baby is eating let them continue. There's nothing like a full tummy to take their mind off crying.

Naturally, the next thing that comes to mind is that the baby's diaper needs to be changed. Wouldn't we all be fussy if we were wet and had irritating diaper rash? Oddly, though, some babies put up with a soiled diaper because it's warm and comfortable. That's hard to believe, but for some babies it's true. To be on the safe side, check the diaper often and change it when needed. By anticipating a need you may well prevent a crying episode.

When you visit a newborn in the hospital nursery, you'll notice that they're tightly wrapped in a blanket. This is a comfort factor, since they like to feel warm and cuddled. If it's time for a diaper change or bath, a baby may cry when they're undressed and exposed to the cold air. They're not happy! This is one of the easier items on the crying list to figure out. But how do you stop the crying? Work as quickly as possible to change the diaper or immerse them in the warm bath. Keep their upper body covered by a blanket during diaper changes and have a soft, hooded towel to wrap them in when the bath is finished. One word of caution - babies can also be fussy if they're too hot, so don't overdress them or have their room too warm. They typically need an extra layer beyond what we would wear, but keep the layering from being too heavy.

Sometimes your baby is simply crying because they want to be held and cuddled. As newborns, the sound of a parent's heartbeat and voice is calming. As they progress they love to look at their parents' faces and can even detect their unique smell - particularly their mom's milk. They may initially want to be fed, burped or have their diaper changed, but then it's time to be held and maybe rocked. Some babies like to be held more than others, so this is part of the trial and error process.

Another idea is to try and mimic the time they were in the womb. They were tuned in to the mother's heartbeat, movement and sounds as they developed. Studies have shown that playing soft music - particularly Mozart, singing a lullaby or having the steady rhythm of 'white noise' like a vacuum cleaner can stop a baby's tears. What about putting your baby on the dryer while you're doing the laundry (but don't leave them for a minute) or go for a ride in the car to simulate soothing, somewhat familiar motion?

Often when grandparents and other family and friends visit, the baby is passed around so much that they can actually become sore from being handled in so many ways. Try to limit this as much as possible and you won't have a crying baby later that day - or even the next - because they hurt. It is okay to pick up a baby and give them attention without spoiling them. Just let them be the guide in terms of how much is enough. While they thrive on attention, the over stimulation of noise and activity can just be too much. If they start to cry and you're not able to stop it, take them to another room and try to calm them down. It's okay to let them cry for a bit to 'vent', but then do what works to get them to sleep for awhile.

What if your baby has been fed, burped, had their diaper changed and they're warm and comfy but still crying? Check to see if a clothing tag is irritating their neck. If you've tried everything and still your baby won't stop crying, what is wrong? Maybe it's colic. The episodes can range from short periods of hard crying to inconsolable crying for at least three hours a day for at least three days per week.

One thing that can help is to rub your baby's tummy or back, which is very soothing when they have gas pains. Also, sucking on a pacifier can calm the stomach and quiet the heart rate, which relieves the tension caused by the pain. Contact your pediatrician for additional advice.

Most parents will immediately suspect that their baby may be ill if they can't stop their crying. The first thing to do is check their temperature. If it's normal, listen carefully to their crying. A sick baby's cry will be different. If you've tried everything and things just don't seem right, it's time to call or visit your pediatrician.

The stress from a crying baby takes its toll on the parents. You have to look after yourself in order to be able to take care of your baby. It's okay to put them in their cradle or crib, close the door and let them cry for a short while. Put on some music that is soothing to you, call a friend for advice or call for back up. Family, friends and neighbors can be a great resource to help you maintain your calm. They may even have a valuable tip they can offer based on their experience as a parent. You don't have to go it alone!

Hang in there. It may feel like an eternity, but after 8 to 12 weeks most babies will outgrow their crying phase as they start to become curious about the world around them. Patience, loving care and self care are the best remedies for a crying baby.

What Are the Risks of Child Obesity?

By: Nick Mutt

Sedentary lifestyles and poor eating habits have lead to several health problems among children. They now battle a host of diseases usually found in adults. More and more kids suffer from obesity and most have no idea how to stay healthy. Neither do their parents if one goes by case studies. Parents start worrying only when children turn 15 or 16. Many believe that hormonal imbalances are the main reasons why kids are flabby but that is a very minute percentage, say pediatricians.

It is the lifestyle and the environment one grows up in that matter more. After school, kids used to play out in the field but today they go for the TV remote control or internet browsing. Aggravating the problem is the documented fact that when children watch TV they snack more, often on unhealthy junk foods that are high in salt and calories and low in fiber. With more parents working the already sedentary children are eating the kind of food that adds generously to their adipose tissues. Besides, children whose both parents were obese were more likely to be obese.

Today there are instances of adolescents with type 2 diabetes, more and more teens are developing high BP, high cholesterol and conditions preceding diabetes. Counseling the parents and kids is a major component to battle against child obesity. Usually a normal program lasts two and half months. Medical history of kids and their eating habits are both studied. Usually the wrong eating habit is the culprit for the children being fat say, majority of fitness experts.

Many children are taking the matter seriously. Certain hospitals are working on methods of reducing fat using electrodes. The idea is to make the person eat less by creating artificial impulses from the stomach to a pacemaker in the brain signaling that the stomach is full. Another method is cutting short the large intestine so that fat absorption is reduced. However, this leads to less minerals being absorbed. Hence it is not recommended for growing children, except in cases of morbid obesity.

For children, obesity is assessed by BMI (body mass index). It is obtained by dividing body weight in kilos by the square of height in meters. BMI over 25 – overweight child and over 30 – obese child

Disclaimer: This article is not meant to provide health advice and is for general information only. Always seek the insights of a qualified health professional before embarking on any health program.

Baby Sleep Problems and Solutions Part 2

By: enetlimited

There are many solutions to the problems associated with getting your baby to sleep. One of the most effective has to be creating the correct sleeping environment for your baby. The room where your baby sleep needs to be welcoming. A place where the baby will look forward to going for those mid-morning or afternoon naps and of course for the night time sleeping ritual.

This sleeping area will make an immediate connection to the baby so they know that when they enter they will associate it with sleep instantaneously. There are simple steps that can be taken to ensure that the place where your baby sleeps will very desirable to the infant.

Lets first look at the baby itself and the preparation for sleep. Putting them down after a bath and feed is very effective. The baby will be refreshed after the bath and content after the feed. Ensure that the baby clothes are dry and comfortable and that they have no restrictions in the size that will pull if the baby twists into a different position. The baby clothes should be fresh and clean and not have any sharp uncomfortable tags that may irritate the back of the neck or collar.

The cot itself should be the right size so that the baby can move freely if needed. Dont be afraid to place additional pillows on top of the mattress if you need extra softness. As long as they are firmly covered by a soft and warm fleecy blanket then they will be fine. Baby sleeping bags (or sacks) are a great product and will ensure your baby is completely warm and secure but with the ability to move around freely. Dont place pillows or toys directly into the cot with the baby when sleeping. Remove all toys direct from the sleeping area because they can be very distracting and in the dark may look a little scary to the baby.

Ensure the room is heated to the right temperature. Not too cold as to be uncomfortable and not to hot or the room will become stuffy and make the babies throat dry. Dont be afraid to open the door a little to let any excess heat escape so the room does not overheat. Placing a glass of water in the room will ensure that the air will receive moisture.

Drafts from windows and air conditioning vents are a common problem and this is one if the easiest ways for your baby to get a temperature and a common cold. Run your hand down any windows to see if they have drafts that need to be insulated.

Warm lighting shades are essential in a babies room. Make them too bright and the room will have a cold appearance. Try having a dim light on in the room before you enter with the baby, this could even be a small light you find on many modern cots. It needs to be bright enough to see though not enough to stop your baby going to sleep. You can also open the curtains or blinds a little just to bring in a little light if your baby prefers not to sleep in total darkness.

You may find that purchasing an attractive nursery nightlight that provides a colorful silhouette of light are ideal. There are others that will display rotating shapes against the walls and ceilings and these are more suitable for older babies.

Some babies welcome a little music to accompany them to sleep and many of the modern cots have these installed as standard. Just a basic repertoire of nursery rhymes that can be played at various levels are ideal. As your baby goes into slumber you can turn the music down a little. If you turn it off completely it may startle the baby and you will be back to square one again.

Try and avoid letting a new baby sleep with other children in the room. They are a big distraction and other youngsters will not be able to appreciate the importance of baby sleep for the newborn as much as you do. They find them fascinating and will often disturb them even in a loving way.

I think you will find that trying a selection of these methods will have a positive effect on your babies sleeping ritual. As long as the room where they sleep is associated with warmth and comfortable that has a welcoming atmosphere then I am sure you will see great results. Your baby will benefit from a good sleep and you never know, you may even have the chance to get some well earned sleep yourself.

Health and Eye Baby Care Tips Are Good Preventive Measures

By: Rishi Raj Singh

Baby care tips are so important for the health and eyes of each little bundle of joy. The care given in the first few years of life can make a difference for the rest of their lives. The medical professionals discover great information in order to provide health and eye baby care tips on a regular basis so parents have great help in their parenting duties. Parents are especially anxious with their first baby so health and eye baby care tips can relieve some worry. Sometimes parents see very normal symptoms but they get worried because they are not exactly comfortable with a change that occurs in the appearance or behavior of their baby.

The pediatrician will also recommend a schedule for vaccinations to make sure that each baby has immunization against awful diseases. These shots have made a great difference for the health of children over the years. Parents will want to follow these instructions as these are important health and eye baby care tips. The doctors will also provide parents with information on the care of their child.

Eyes seem to be delicate organs, and new parents often worry with each change they see in the babys eyes. For more details visit to www.create-super-baby.com. Sometimes the eyes of the baby drain some type of substance that does not look so good and parents panic. Medical professionals will try to help them relax by providing them with information on the natural mechanisms for protection of the eyes. A discharge could look awful to a new parent, but this could just be a natural process. Parents might be advised to gently bathe the eyelids but not to worry because some of these discharges are perfectly normal.

Health and Eye Baby Care Tips Are Good Preventive Measures

All parents should check carefully with their pediatrician on a regular basis to make sure that they are getting health and eye baby care tips for optimum results. Newborn babies are immediately checked out by a pediatrician to make sure that there are no significant health care concerns due to the birthing process. The pediatrician will recommend breast feeding for the optimum health of each baby in most cases. Some mothers do not feel comfortable with breast feeding, for more details visit to www.baby-care-book.com and the pediatrician will then recommend a proper formula for the health of the baby.

The pediatrician will also recommend a schedule for vaccinations to make sure that each baby has immunization against awful diseases. These shots have made a great difference for the health of children over the years. Parents will want to follow these instructions as these are important health and eye baby care tips. The doctors will also provide parents with information on the care of their child. These health and eye baby care tips will be based on the training and experience of this highly trained medical professional. Parents should carefully follow the directions of those who have this invaluable knowledge.

Parents are especially anxious with their first baby so health and eye baby care tips can relieve some worry. Sometimes parents see very normal symptoms but they get worried because they are not exactly comfortable with a change that occurs in the appearance or behavior of their baby.

Let be careful at Babies Bath Time

By: Bimla Sheokand

Bath time can and should be one of the most enjoyable times of the day for parents and children; a perfect opportunity to bond and relax with baby. But once baby has moved into the big tub, the big shiny faucet and warm streaming water can be too much to resist, despite mom and dads repeated warnings. So how can parents ensure that bath time is safe, enjoyable and relaxing for everyone? A few precautionary measures go a long way.

Stay in Touch

The single most important action that a parent must take each time a bath is given is touch supervision. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), touch supervision requires that an adult be within arms reach of baby at all times. If you cannot touch your baby at any time during the bath, then you are too far away.

Nationally, drowning is the third leading cause of injury-related deaths in children younger than one and the second leading cause of injury-related deaths in children ages one to four. In fact, young children can drown in less than two inches of water, according to AAPs Injury Prevention Program (TIPP). Drowning frequently occurs quickly and quietly, in the amount of time it would take a parent to take or make a phone call. Regardless of the intended time of absence, a parent must never leave baby unattended in the tub at any time for any reason ,very simply, touch supervision saves lives. No gizmo or gadget will prevent drowning or substitute for the adult supervision that can.

Keep Your Distance

The second most important action a parent must take is to protect baby from the faucet and fixtures. According to the National Safe Kids Campaign, 5,000 children a year require emergency room treatment for tap water burns. The AAP warns that the bathtub is a source of severe scalding burns. In addition to burns, contact with the faucet can cause injuries resulting in stitches, bumps, bruises, scrapes and even chipped teeth. for help pl visit the link below . The Center for Injury Research and Policy at Columbus Children's Hospital found that 75 percent of kids under age five who were hurt in the tub were being supervised at the time.

When selecting safety products for the bath, avoid products that will attract a baby. Bright colors, shiny materials, and happy animals will all draw babies towards them, despite their intended safety purpose.

In addition to touch supervision and the right safety products, parents should also take the following precautions when bathing baby:

- Set water heater to 120 degrees or less. - Check water temperature on the inside of your wrist before placing baby in the bath. - Place a rubber mat or non-slip appliqués on the bottom of the tub. - Have bathing supplies, clothes and towels already assembled prior to babies bath. - Always bathe baby using as little water as necessary. - Do not allow other children to substitute for adult supervision.

With the right preparation, precaution and products, bath time can be fewer struggles and more fun.

Mom Entrepreneurs - How to lead by example and model what you learn

By: Kim DeYoung

As women we get to know ourselves and grow in our relationship to others. That's why women tend to lead -- not by words alone -- but through our example and by modeling what we learn. This is the kind of leadership that's most impactful because it's accomplished day in and day out.

At some point in our lives we are all leaders especially in the minds of our children. The traits we exhibit in business should align and be the same ones we want our children to value. When they have the opportunity to see for themselves what mommy believes in and is doing, what's working and not, and how she deals with it and moves on and grows...that makes a tremendous impact. Often better than anything you can directly say.

It's not just at home where your example and model is needed. Most likely there are women that are in your team, are part of your direct sales organization, or who look to you to take the lead in a mastermind or networking program. How can you to take on a leadership role, learn to enjoy it and thrive?

Who You Are BE-ing?

The key to being a leader is exactly that -- who you're BE-ing. This is something that I address frequently since people want to follow those that are attractive. Think about the qualities of leaders that you admire -- their focus, vision, character, initiative, communication, commitment, competence, self-discipline and passion.

When you model these leadership qualities it makes it easy for others to duplicate what they see. Beyond qualities, success in business and in life also requires skills. Take a look at the following list of skills that fantastic leaders (and parents) model. Then read the action tip for practical suggestions on enhancing your natural ability as a leader.

Natural Leaders (and parents)...

Care about helping others and being of service

ACTION TIP - When you step out of your own personal focus and begin asking how you can be of service to others, that's when true leadership emerges. When I started in my first business I "needed" to earn an income and was internally focused on that. That's what others felt when they were around me. That was not very attractive. When I turned my attention to what other's needed, everything shifted. Stop and notice when things aren't going smoothly. Ask yourself, "Where's my focus?" Are open to learning

ACTION TIP - You can't just rely on past knowledge and experience. Natural leaders see the need to continually put good information in. One way to do this is by starting each day reading something positive. This thirst for knowledge is something that your children will naturally absorb. Take the time to follow and learn from those you admire. In the words of Debbie Ford in her book The Dark Side of the Light Chasers, "If you can see it in someone else you've got it in yourself. "Attract other leaders

ACTION TIP - You can't be a leader if you're hidden in the shadows. Be on the lookout to share with sincerity and enthusiasm what you know works especially with beginner work at home moms. What's really great to see are the "potential" leaders that will gravitate to you as a result. You'll also enhance your children's leadership abilities that they can put into practice whether they're in kindergarten or college.Don't make excuses

ACTION TIP - Someone shared with me a powerful idea, "you can make excuses or you can make money, but you can't do both." When your head is in a negative place of excuse-making you literally can't see anything better yourself, your brain shuts opportunities down. When you make that shift, stop making excuses and see the smallest possibility, you're able to think of what small step you can do and you can begin to move forward.Find ways to make things happen

ACTION TIP - Leaders are proactive rather than reactive. This might mean making calls vs. relying solely on emails to communicate with your customers. This also means you take the initiative and always follow-upBrush themselves off when they go through a flat spot

ACTION TIP - It's not that leaders don't get upset, but they don't let it linger. Develop the tools to dust yourself off and get going again. This might mean spending some time analyzing your mindset. Attitude is everything.

Some of these skills might seem natural to you and some might require more effort. I really believe that we can all be leaders in different ways. Every time you encourage, inspire or support someone, be it a business partner or your child, you're displaying leadership.

As a parent you always wonder, "Can I trust that in the choices I make -- even if I make mistakes along the way -- I'll be teaching my kids through modeling?" In a recent conversation with my 10-year old daughter about career choices, I felt compelled to share with her that I was still on a journey that always includes following my heart and my gut. To me that's the most important lesson I can teach her.

Take a moment and reflect on what lessons you'd like to help your children to learn. Think about the advice you share with your friends and colleagues. If you're modeling what you teach then you'll be an inspiring and natural leader.

How Cute Are Baby Girl Dresses

By: Mitch Hampson

That day can sneak up on you if you're not careful. That moment of truth when you at long last meet that human being whose existence takes priority over yours. It's far too late to attempt to back out now. That little lady, squinting and grunting in your arms is all yours. At this point it's your responsibility to care for her appropriately and make sure she's contented. It's without a doubt a lengthy road ahead, but you knew what you were getting into. Luckily the sight of her miniature face immediately put your mind at ease. She's the most gorgeous thing you've ever seen, and currently your life will in no way ever be the same. That's pretty much the feeling the majority of parents get when they set eyes on their newborn. Even though they in no way contemplated it in the past, they currently harbor a stronger love for someone other than themselves. This is a typical parental response. All of a sudden it's all about that little child. What crib to set up, how hot must the bottle be, does she have sufficient clothes on, and what baby girl dresses seem to be the cutest? Get ready!

How many times have you been shopping for baby girl dresses? Do you venture out to the shopping malls on a almost weekly basis in order to peruse the department stores? Or perhaps you proceed directly to the specialty shops that merely supply baby girl dresses and toys. These have a tendency to run a little high in my experience. I have to say that my wife and I hit up to the city center baby shops and were astounded by the high costs. We looked at a small number of baby girl dresses for our daughter, but can't pronounce they were worth the preposterous price tag. I mean come on, 85 bucks for a dress that your toddler will be dressed in for a couple of months? They grow up astoundingly quick at that age. It seems somewhat stupid to blow so much hard cash on garments that they can simply take pleasure in for a short period of time. If it was throughout their teenage years, at least they might be grateful for it more. If you are in search of quality baby girl dresses lacking the eye-bulging price label, there are other places to shop. The World-Wide-Web is a perfect place to surf for baby girl dresses. Not merely do they have a enormous range of apparel online, but they also offer comparison sites. This way you can do a contrast of stores and prices. Obtain the most superb baby girl dresses, but at the most sensible prices. Hop on your home pc and check out the variety now.

Some Tips For Preserving Your Baby Girl Dresses

By: Joshua Poyoh

Perhaps one of the most treasured items a mother may save will be her daughter's baby girl dresses. Many moms dress their babies up in the frilliest of dresses knowing that one day they may prefer jeans. These dresses can be saved for a lifetime of memories.

While many moms like to save the very first in a long line of baby girl dresses, there are other dresses they may wish to save as well. Perhaps some of the cutest dresses their little girls may wear are christening, flower girl, or ones worn on special holidays such as the first Christmas or birthday.

A professional can carefully preserve these dresses or you can do it yourself by simply wrapping your girl dresses in acid free tissue paper and storing them away. It is always a good idea to find a container that will repel moths, as they can be the death of any garment.

When planning to store your little girl dresses for the future, make sure they are professionally cleaned first, much like you would do for a wedding dress before you slip it into the closet. Some cleaners can package the dress for you in a box or a garment bag that will help preserve the integrity of the garment.

These dresses can be passed down to your daughter one day when she has children of her own. She may wish to she her daughter wear one of her old baby dresses, or may cherish that you have saved it all that time as a reminder of when she was young.

Special dresses life flower girl dresses can be used from generation to generation, much like wedding dresses. Choosing simple yet beautiful baby girl dresses will ensure they will be loved and cherished for generations to come.

If you have a ton of baby girl dresses that you can't part with, it may be unrealistic to keep them all boxed up and saved for the future. It may be painful for you to watch or do yourself, but you can have the dresses cut up and made into a quilt. I

f you are into quilting, you can easily do this yourself. If not, there are places you can go to have someone make them for you. You may not have the entire dress left, but you will have a lifelong reminder of the beautiful baby girl dresses your little one once wore.

Whether you choose to preserve a few dresses, or to turn your baby girl dresses into a treasured keepsake quilt, you are keeping the memory of your babies alive and well. As they grow, they may irritate you, rebel against you, or try to run away from you, but you always have those baby girl dresses to remind you that under all of their teen angst, they will always be your little girl.

Cooking For Children – important tips to make your dishes more attractive.

By: Bunty Khimta

Meal times so easily become a battle field when we are cooking for little ones. We spend hours preparing a nutritious meal but it all ends in tears with a toddler tantrum at the tea table.

Are there any simple guidelines we can follow when cooking for little ones? I would say after many years of experience and many tantrums, mine as well as the kids, that it is possible to take some of the tension out of cooking for little ones.

My first rule when cooking for little ones is don't cook. Or at least cook less. Children love raw foods and they are very healthy. Keep some cut up carrot sticks in the fridge. Washed, peeled and sliced into finger sized pieces they make an excellent snack.With a little houmous, or peanut butter maybe, they are extremely nutritious. Raw food really is good for children.

On the same principle why not try homemade smoothies. They can be prepared in advance and kept in the fridge. This is one of the simplest ways of getting children to eat fresh fruit and vegetables. You can also turn smoothies into a kind of ice pop by freezing them. They are lower in sugar than commercially available products.

A thing we easily forget when cooking for little ones is that they have small stomachs. They need to eat little and often. The large meals we habitually prepare for adults are just too much for children. They simply cannot wait four hours from one meal to another. You need to have lots of healthy food in small portions ready to hand.

When it comes to the main family meals the single biggest problem is vegetables. So many small children will not eat vegetables, especially green vegetables. The answer is to get creative. Sauces exist for a reason. Broccoli was surely made for garlic butter or cheese sauce.

Some people will object that children will not eat garlic. But if they are introduced to it slowly they will. It will soon become a favourite and it is very healthy. The same is true of cheeses.It is worth introducing children to variety of cheeses. They might not like them all but they will develop a taste for some. Cheese is a valuable source of calcium and vitamin D which are important to growth of strong bones and teeth.

It is important to introduce children to what we think of as "adult" tastes because that is the way to ensure that their diet is varied. You will also avoid the trap that so many parents fall into of having to cook two meals. One word of warning here: when cooking for little ones never add salt. Salt is very bad for babies and small children.

Many of the problems associated with cooking for little ones can be overcome by cooking with little ones rather than just cooking for little ones. That is to say let them help you in the kitchen. I know that will make twice as much work and twice as much mess, but it will be worth it in the long run. Cooking for little ones should be about introducing them to the world of food and encouraging a healthy relationship with food. It is better for a child to learn that a muffin is something you bake with care and love rather than something you grab in a hurry and eat without thinking. You can guarantee that the peas they have shelled themselves will be eaten and not left on the plate.

Even after we have done all these things there will still be time when the kids simply will not eat the meal you have lovingly prepared. This brings me to what is perhaps the golden rule when cooking for little ones. At this point you must resist the temptation to scream at them and throw dishes across the kitchen. Their refusal to eat is not a reflection on you or your cooking. They are only human and so are you. The best solution is to learn to make soup or keep some chickens in the backyard. They will always eat what you cook. Well, nearly always.

The Importance of Sharing Wonderful Moments With Your Children

By: Anne-Lie Karlsson

It has been said that bonding moments can develop a positive self- esteem and sense of security for a child. Bonding is an excellent way of teaching your child to have an intimate relationship with others. By giving them pure love and care they can show love on others too. Fill your home with love and laughter and your child will really love it. Spend as much time as you can with your child. Your actions will show your child that he or she is worth of your attention and you are also enjoying his or her company.

Being a mother, the best part is to share wonderful moments with your child by kissing, cuddling, and making eye contact - this is called bonding. Every action of mother has a connection to her child. Studies show that this connection started during conception, when mother talks, read, sing a song to her baby. When the baby is at womb the mother share her blood, food, and oxygen with her baby. Of course, as a mother, you want your baby to be healthy. You eat vegetables, drink vitamins and milk and exercise to support the development of your child. In your daily routine you think the side of your baby, as you are excited when your baby will be coming.

The enjoyment and fun is felt even more when the child is born and when you have a personal interaction with your child.

This is what I experience with my daughter Precious Kiannely. She's entirely a new person for me, but in every moment we spend together we discover our similarities while learning new things about the world around us. As I got to know my daughter, I learn how to soothe her and enjoy her company as our relationship and our feelings go deeper.

Even days passed by already, it is still fresh on my memory when she first called me "momma". Every time I kiss her she exchanges it with her toothless smile. I loved it. She's already one year old now. She loves to eat vegetables and fruits, her favorite are beans, cauliflower, eggplant, banana, and mango. She is learning how to drink milk with her new set of plastic glass. Most of my friends and relatives told me she is so healthy and lovely.

My top priority is to share wonderful moment with my child. Because the best memories for me as parent is that special time I spend with my child like reading books with her; we cuddle, and speak and play games together. Thus, I don't let illness, diaper rash and malnutrition or anything will get in the way during my bonding time with my daughter. Indeed, I give her nutritious food she needed to enable her to become a healthy and smart kid.

Baby Clothes That Make You Smile

By: Art Gib

If you want to clothe your little one in a playful and unique style, try involving a little bit of humor.After all, parenting is a full-time job that often involves late-nights, sibling rivalry, thousands of diapers, and a lot of laundry with teeny, tiny clothes. As long as the clothes need to be changed one to five times a day, you might as well have fun with the kind of clothes you choose to buy.

This is one advantage of buying designer baby clothes. Designers often capitalize on stereotypes associated with babies to create entertaining labels and messages. For example, parents can buy baseball caps reading "Big Brother. A.K.A. The Boss," a onesie reading "Carpe Diem! Seize the day and scream all night!" or a bright-red bib with white letters reading "BABEWATCH" that will help keep them and their friends laughing through the sweet and trying times of parenthood

Designer clothes also allow parents to dress their children in clothes all keeping with a favorite theme. For example, rough and tough fathers may get a kick out of seeing their little man covered from head to toe with Harley Davidson logos. Jackets, shirts, bibs, creepers, backpacks, wallets, blankets and even underwear sporting this well-known biking motif are all available through designer baby clothes companies. For parents with a milder taste, clothing with Disney characters like Mickey Mouse and Pooh Bear are also available.

Designer accessories are often sold individually because of the specialized messages they display and individual preferences of customer, but many of the clothes they provide are sold in 2 or 3-piece sets which include matching pants and shirt with a third item such as a bib, a cap, or socks. These sets usually cost $24 - $29 but individual outfits such as coveralls can cost as little as $9. The selection parents choose from includes hundreds of items available in newborn, infant and toddler sizes ensuring that a wide variety of tastes can be satisfied at one location.

Designer baby clothes are also known for their quality. Designer onesies, pants, shirts, sleepers and beanies are usually made with 100% super soft cotton that will keep your baby warm and comfortable all day and night. If you are looking for other baby items as well, many designer stores also offer blankets, diaper bags, or toys so you get more shopping done in less time.

Whether you are buying baby clothes for your own kids or a good friend's baby shower, be sure to shop where the selection, style and quality are high.

Important Messages To Pregnant Mothers

By: Mak Wai Chong

Do you ever feel like you know just enough about pregnancy and prenatal training. Let us see if we can fill in some of the gaps from my sharing and my son's messages to pregnant mothers.

If your information of pregnancy is not yet updated, how will that affect your actions and decisions? Make certain you do not let important messages to pregnant mothers information slip by you.

As I was preparing for prenatal training, my first son just came up to me and gave me some advice for pregnant mothers. He expressed his hope that what he had to say would be helpful for the unborn baby. This is what he suggested:

Message to mother from a child
1) Take care of unborn baby gently.
2) Give time to baby.
3) Gently massage baby.
4) When baby comes out, feed him gently with breast milk.
5) Give love messages to baby.
6) Listen to music.
7) Sing a song to baby - any song you like.
8) Read books to baby.
9) Draw for baby.
10) Write letter to baby and read it aloud.
11) Tell baby what is going to happen.
12) Describe the family photos to baby.
13) Say "I love you" to baby.
14) Sleep well and relax.
15) Give a name to baby. Give him or her a choice to choose his or her own name.

("Baby" refers to the unborn baby or feotus.)

I shared my son's message with May Ng, my Right Brain Training Instructor(Asia). She gave the following feedback.

"That is a good idea. If any of them has older children, they should ask the older child what the message should be for their sibling in the womb. This is including the older child in their pregnancy as well. The older child will feel that he plays an important role in helping mummy with the baby. There is a sense of belonging and not rivalry. I think it is a brilliant idea."

My message to pregnancy motherPregnancy is a critical and important bonding period with your unborn babies. Prenatal bonding and communication help the babies to develop trust, confidence and feel loved. Your gift of unconditional love and acceptance help the unborn babies to feel secured and safe.

One of the secrets I found which make communication with the unborn possible, is to first have a deep and intense need and yearning to communicate and bond with your baby during pregnancy. Prenatal communication needs the intent of the mother to want to communicate with her unborn baby. Besides intent, commitment is also important as it is to put your belief into action. Pregnant mothers should develop a vision of the unborn child. She must have a strong determination to communicate and reach out to the unborn baby.

Is there any information about messages, pregnant mothers that is nonessential? We see from different angles, so something insignificant to one may be important to another.

Imaging Of Unborn Baby or Foetus

By: Mak Wai Chong

The following paragraphs summarize of my learning and experience of visualization, unborn baby, communication and pregnancy. It seems like new information is discovered about something every day. Keep reading to get more fresh news about imaging of unborn baby.

Imaging helps us to see the after - image of an object. It may be in complimentary colours, for example from orange to blue, red to green, violet to yellow. It helps imagining and intuition. It promotes memory and creativity.

My second pregnancy had complications. I was under going a condition that is more commonly known as "threatened abortion" because of my water-bag detaching when I was pregnant with my 7 weeks old foetus. I had internal bleeding and admitted to hospital for treatment and observation. I was scared and worried. It was a trying period for me. I spent my days praying and hoping that somehow my unborn son and I would be able to pull through this.

My mother advised me to try to encourage my unborn child and persuade him to help towards recovery. Before imaging, there was a blood clot in the womb at 7 weeks of second pregnancy. As I laid down on the bed and listened to pleasant and soothing music, I started imagining the womb was absorbing blood clots and my unborn child would heal himself. Two weeks later, the miracle happened. The blood clots disappeared. To me, this showed the healing power of our minds that we are able to command.

I practised imaging during my second pregnancy. I looked at the black-and-white scan of my baby taken during the ultrasound session. Then, I began to imagine the image of my baby which included his facial and other body features. I also imagined what he would be doing. When I am relaxed, I told myself, "Look inward. See baby". I could see the image of a baby lying down kicking his legs and sucking his thumb. He was in orange and the background was black. It was sheer delight to have that vision. I felt so close to him. I started a conversation with him the moment I could think of his image clearly. I told my baby how much I loved him and how important he was to me. This was helpful in creating the bond with my baby before and after delivery.

Imaging is an effective way for me to see baby. I felt assured when I could imagine the image of way. It also helps me to bond with my unborn baby at the earlier stage.

I hope that reading information was both enjoyable and educational for you. Your learning should be ongoing - the more you understand about any subject, the more you will be able to share with others.

Tips on How to Take Care of your Three Months Old Baby

By: Anne-Lie Karlsson

It is difficult for a newborn to adapt to its new environment. After all, the baby was naked and worried about nothing while in the womb for nine months. Then suddenly he will came out into this cold and bright place trying to adapt and breath alone. Your baby is more attuned to the outside world and more sensitive to changes in his environment. The newborn can feel sensations of pain, pleasure, heat and cold throughout his entire body.

During his first two weeks of life, a baby usually lacks the energy to do more than sleep and eat. When the baby is two weeks old, he begins to lie awake for longer period of time eager for something to play with. A baby usually plays by sucking something.

Why baby is cryingCrying is the most important way a newborn has to communicate it wants. Crying may indicate that the newborn is hungry, feels pain or is cold. Crying also may indicate he fear or his dislike of something. However, crying is also an exercise for the newborn. Two hours a day is the average amount of time a newborn cries during the first month. When a baby cries, it doesn't necessarily mean that he is hungry so should not always answer a baby's cries with a bottle of milk.

Bathing
Never leave the baby alone while he is bathing. Most babies drown because their parents leave them alone. Babies and infants love to be bathed because they want the relaxing and soothing sensations of water. Warm water is used in bathing the baby. The baby's head must be supported with the hands or an arm. Use mild soaps and thoroughly rinse before drying. Oil and lotion are used if the baby's skin is dry skin.

Diapers
Diapers should be change regularly to avoid the possibility of diaper rash. The baby's skin is tender and sensitive and can be easily injured. Mothers and caretakers should clean the baby's skin to avoid irritation.

Feeding the newbornA baby knows how much he wants and when he wants it. When the bay cries for food, he is hungry; but when he stops eating, that mean he is satisfied.

Sleeping
The amount of sleep a newborn requires also varies a great deal. The baby who has inconvenient waking periods at night can usually be encouraged to go back to sleep by changing his position or giving him something to cling to. Leaving him to cry his head off will not improve his sleeping pattern. It is not necessary to keep quite once the baby is asleep because he is not disturbed by noise as much as sudden changes in the level of noise.

A newborn baby will adapt to the sleep-wake cycle that parents favor. Therefore, experts suggest you should start letting your baby fuss for a few minutes when he or she wakes up during the night.

Thus, a three month old baby may quiet down and love to see your face. He feels excited or smiles at you when he sees you. When the baby hears your voice he will find you and look directly at you and start gurgling or trying to talk back. The part of the brain that governs hand-eye coordination and allows a baby to recognize objects is developing rapidly now. His hearing, language, and smell have also become more receptive and active.

Improving Children's Writing - How to Comment on their Story and Still Be Friends

By: Jen McVeity

'Mum/Dad, will you read my story...?'

Such simple words - and such a simple trap...

When a child asks you to read their story, they mean only one thing. They have worked hard on it, they are proud of it and they want praise. Lots of praise.

But what do we give them? Criticism. 'That's good dear, but you've spelt 'pineapple' wrong. You'll need to fix that.'

Exit, stage right, a kid in a huff and bits of paper flying everywhere.

Now if someone really wanted help with their story, they would ask a totally different question.

'Mum/Dad I've got to do a 300 word story on elephants, what am I going to write?' This request does not come accompanied by sheets of paper and a fully written story. It comes at the very beginning of the writing process.

I learnt this the hard way when our daughter was in Year 7. She came to me with her story. She's a great writer, but I thought she wanted editing help and techniques to improve. Er...wrong. It was two years before she showed me a story again. 'Never have an author as a mother,' she's been know to mutter repeatedly ever since.

The urge to correct, to 'make perfect' is strong in us all. We want our kids to get good marks. However, we also need to understand where they are in the creation process. Would you like to spend all Saturday afternoon laying a patio, only to have someone come along and point out the one brick you laid crookedly?

So tell your kids what they are doing right instead of focusing on the mistakes that leap out at you. (Sounds like Michael Grose's parenting advice, right? The same principle is at work.)

Praise should also be specific. (I bet Michael says that too!) Not vague generalizations like 'that's great,' or 'lovely dear' or even 'terrific stuff.' Genuine praise looks at real reasons. When kids know their strengths - they will keep using those techniques you praise. They also learn to trust you, not as a fault finder, but as a mentor.

Now fast forward a couple of years. By then you or your child's teachers have got kids used to the idea that there is actually a first draft AND a second draft. (For most professional authors there is also a first draft, a second, a third, a fourth, then an editor's suggestions, a rewrite and joy-oh-joy, a proof reading draft.)

So enter your child, clutching their story in between the first draft and the second draft. This is actually a Work-in-Progress and they are probably still open to suggestions on how to improve. Perhaps I should make that 'suggestion' in the singular because you still have to give the praise. In a ratio of at least 1:3

Finally, always finish on a positive note. That's right, more praise!

Exit, stage right, a child glowing with a feeling of success. And a much better writer.

Problem Solving In Parenting

By: Mak Wai Chong

If you have even a passing interest in the topic of problem solving in parenting, then you should take a look at the following information. This enlightening article presents some of the latest news on the subject of problem solving in parenting.

If your problem solving in parenting facts are out-of-date, how will that affect your actions and decisions? Make certain you don't let important problem solving in parenting information slip by you.

Problem Solving in Parenting

When you face a problem or an issue presented by your children, you may use problem solving approach to understand and resolve problems. Treating problem as a valuable learning opportunity, you may use questioning to help them express their feeling and ask them suitable and relevant questions to help them resolve their problem.

Express feeling and emotion

You may help your children to express their emotion. You can tell or share with their children about their feelings. For instance, a mother said to his child, "You appeared to be very angry. What is happening?"

Think

You may teach their children thinking skill. You may ask your child,"What can you do to solve the problem?" or "What can I do to help?"

When your children have suggested some methods or ways, you need to recognise their effort to help themselves and ask them the outcome or impact of their action on others. You may guide them to find the best way to solve their problem.

Act

Once the children have decided the best solution, they need the support or encouragement to act on their decision. You can ask them,"What do they learn from the experience and what will you do now?"

Practice

For example, an elder brother, aged 4, was very angry at the younger brother, aged 2, who snatched his favourite toy. He came to tell his mother. Mother said,"You seemed to be very upset at your brother. Can you tell me more about it?"

The elder brother said,"My younger brother has snatched my favourite toy car." Mother answered, "Um. You must be very angry. What can you do now to solve your problem?"

The elder brother replied, "I can hit him. I screamed and shouted at him. I snatched his favourite toy. I asked him to give it back to me." Mother said,"You have told me so many ways. Tell me which way is the best. Do you remember our family rules that we cannot hurt others?"

The elder brother was quiet for a moment. He said,"I cannot hit or screamed at him because it hurts. I can tell him nicely to get back my toy."

Mother said,"I am glad that you make your decision. What shall you do now?" The elder brother said,"I shall tell him that he is not right because he snatch my toy and ask him to give it back to me."

Mother replied,"I am very happy that you can handle your problem." He was very happy because he got back his toy after he talked to his brother. Mother asked him,"What do you learn?" He replied, "I learn to think and solve my problem."

With more conscious effort, we can apply the problem solving approach into practice in our daily lives. This approach is effective for parents to dialogue with the children to understand their feelings, find out what is happening and ask relevant questions to facilitate problem solving process. This is an important skill for their life-long development.

So now you know a little bit about problem solving in parenting. Even if you don't know everything, you've done something worthwhile: you've expanded your knowledge.

Disclaimers: The author shares this article based on her personal and work experience and disclaims any responsibility for any liability, losses or damages and /or application of any of contents of this article.

Compose A Song Specially For Your Unborn Baby

By: Mak Wai Chong

Have you ever wondered if what you can compose a song for unborn baby? The following paragraphs will give you some tips to compose a song specially for your unborn baby.

So far, we've uncovered some interesting facts about composing a song for unborn baby. You may decide the following information is even more interesting.

When mother sings a song for the unborn baby, the baby will feel the love sent to the womb. It helps the baby to grow physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. In addition, you also create an instant connection with your unborn child.

We can make it fun by creating our own song. It would be helpful and fun to add the name of the baby in the songs. Also, you can be as creative as possible and change the words to make it personal and special.

Would you like to compose a song or poem for your unborn baby? You can use the tunes of nursery rhymes and change the contents of the song. You may also invite the siblings to compose a song and sing for baby. You may use a tape recorder to record their voice and replay it to the baby. You observe the response of the baby after it listens to your song or siblings' song. It will be an interesting and enjoyable experience for the family.

For instance, my first son composed a song entitled "Sleeping Song" to express his love for baby.

Sleeping Song

Time to sleep, baby. Go to sleep.
Baby, sleep well tonight.
We are a happy family.
We are singing for baby.
Sweet dream, baby.
Join us, when you come out that time.
I will take care of you and feed you milk.
Baby, I love you so much.
You will be strong and healthy.
Today is a wonderful day for us.
Sleep well baby until tomorrow. Sweet dream, tonight.

(By Zhi Ming, eldest brother, aged 5, dated 5.9.2005)

When you compose a song for your unborn and sing it to him or her everyday. She or he will love it because it is a special gift of love. Whenever you feel that your baby is restless, you may sing the song again. The baby will calm down very fast because he or she feels safe and secure when hearing the familiar song again.

Take time to consider the points presented above. What you learn may help you overcome your hesitation to take action. You can compose a song for your unborn baby and it will become a special and unique gift for him or her.

Disclaimers: The author shares this article based on her personal and work experience and disclaims any responsibility for any liability, losses or damages and /or application of any of contents of this article.

A Guide To Books On Parenting

By: Victor Epand

Parenting means bringing up a child from infancy to adulthood. Recent research shows that most of the positive or negative traits apparent in a young person have their roots in their childhood experience and upbringing. Parenting thus becomes a big concern not only for the parents but for the educators, social workers, child psychologists and pediatricians as well.

There are a number of informative books available on parenting. How to choose the right one is the question! There are many different theories and patterns advocated for parenting. Therefore, you will find a large number of books promoting different theories, practices or patterns.

What are the different parenting patterns or theories?

There are several traditional parenting methods. These include 'preaching' to teach the child how to behave, trying to correct the child's behavior through strict monitoring, and raising a child with the 'punishment and reward' method. Many of these parenting methods are being practiced even in combination with modern theories.

Here is a list of different approaches to parenting:

- parents as a the facilitator of growth and learning
- the strict parent model
- parenting through attachment and holistic understanding of your child.
- giving children the choice to build confidence and trust
- concentrating on the child's qualities like innate intelligence, good spirit, etc.
Christian parenting: This means bringing up a child as per the Biblical principles and teachings.

In order to decide what parenting theory will work best for you, it is important to research. You have to learn and adapt to the principles that are in the best interest of the child.

Now the next question is to decide which informative book on parenting to follow, either authored by an experienced parent or a subject expert.

There are different opinions on this issue. The subject experts are the pediatricians and child psychologists who may or may not have sufficient parenting experience. There are some authors who are not the subject experts, but they have their own parenting experience. With an insight to look at the subject deeply and an ability to grasp the various problems arising in parenting in different situations, these authors analyze the trials and travails of parenting and suggest some practical and time-trusted solutions and methods.

Modern science has unearthed many myths in parenting. New researches have shown many disadvantages and flaws of traditional parenting. Advanced studies in pediatrics and child psychology show the causes of the negative traits in growing children that go back to some faults or inadequacies of certain parenting methods.

Books by such subject experts provide suggestions and solutions for modern-day urban, nuclear family parenting in our fast-paced life, which is quite different from the earlier methods of parenting that may have been more suitable for earlier slow-paced life.

It is observed that books by people with a good parenting experience are given much more preference by the buyers. However, subject experts such as Dr. Spock, in an earlier time, are known to bring out a change in traditional parenting methods. Any book that is a good combination of logical, scientific and practical information, down-to-earth parenting experience, and genuine parenting method could be the rightful choice for a guide to books on parenting.

Audio Books - A Great Benefit To Kids

By: Victor Epand

An audio book involves the recording of the contents of a book read aloud by someone like actors, actresses or simply good readers. Often they may have the reading done in various accents for proper effect. There is a misconception that the kids would soon feel bored because of the dull reading.

However, the creators of such books are making an effort to make the experience as attractive, interesting, and as interactive as possible. They are also coming up with fully dramatized versions of books packed with sound effects and music.

These books started off as audiocassettes, however, with the technological advancement they are being distributed as CDs and in digital formats. CDs are more popular than audiocassettes and take a major share of the audio book market. Major publishers release new audio books with the release of every successful title.

Parenting groups recommend reading at a very early age. Parents who want to make their children read but find the kids very reluctant to do so, can make use of such audio books. Some parents who are unable to give much time to their kids can make it up by using such audio books. These books can be used even while traveling to and from schools or even on drives during vacations. Rather than just tuning in to the radio, the audio books make the drive livelier.

These books can be interesting, not just for the kids but for the parents also. Audio books can be used to make reading an enjoyable family activity. These books inspire children to imagine characters. It helps build up strong relation between audio and visual. They can learn proper sentence structure and correct grammar usage.

Teachers in the schools also use the audio books. They are using them to improve listening and comprehension skills. They also assist in increasing the students' vocabulary and improving the students' pronunciation of words. Audio books aid the teachers in teaching second language learners and students with learning disabilities and non-readers.

These books have allowed the teachers to introduce the students to literature and make reading books more captivating. Though there are benefits of such books, the schools tend to keep away from them as they are expensive and need support like a cassette player or a CD player, headphones etc.

However, with the cost coming down of late there is an increased acceptance. It is important for schools and school libraries to research before they buy audio books. Single author, whole length books read by the author are preferable. Even sources such as online audio books are gaining popularity. Many audio books can be downloaded from an online store to an iPod, MP3 player or can be put on a CD.

Audio books are no replacement for reading from a book, but they can help develop a love for reading and build self-confidence among the children. More and more teachers are also finding this technique useful and are introducing it in the classrooms.

Help Children Cope With Pain

By: Mak Wai Chong

Have you ever wondered if what you know about help children cope with pain is accurate? Consider the following paragraphs and compare what you know to help children cope with pain.

The information about help children cope with pain presented here will do one of two things: either it will reinforce what you know about help children cope with pain or it will teach you something new. Both are good outcomes.

Some of the parents may feel worried to bring him to see doctor for injection when their children are sick or having vaccination. They may fear that whether their children will be able to cope with pain. The parents may use the following ways to lessen the anxiety towards pain.

1. To bring along children's favourite toys and activities for medical treatment

Some of the parents will bring along children's favourite toys, such as cars, soft toys, story books and so on, so the toys can help to occupy their waiting time to see doctor or distract them. It is because the longer waiting time, the higher anxiety and insecurity levels for children. The sense of security will be increased with the presence of their favourite toys.

2. Imaginary Game

Most of the children have good imaginary power. They like to imagine themselves as their heroes. The parents may encourage children to capture the quality of bravery of their heroes to face difficulties, such as during medical treatment or injection and so on. The children imagine that their good friends, that is their heroes, will support them to go through the difficulties. They feel being supported and have confidence to see doctor. They will learn or model the bravery of their heroes. This imaginary exercise is more suitable for older children.

3. Counting Exercise

The children can practise counting exercises to reduce their anxiety of seeing a doctor. The parents ask the children to count the number of their favourite food or toys. If the children cannot think of anything, the parents will simply count one, two, three, four etc. with the children. This exercise is more suitable for smaller or younger children.

4. Breathing Exercise

The children can learn the simple breathing exercise. The parents may teach the children to breathe in and out the air for relaxation. It is just likes blowing a balloon. If the child inflates a balloon, it becomes bigger as it is filled with air. If the child deflates a balloon, all the air comes out of it. This is an effective exercise to help children to cope with their anxiety.

In conclusion, the practice of above ways will help to ease the anxiety of children. Coping with difficulty is one of the most important life skills for parents and children. Both parents and children will learn how to cope with the stressful situation as time goes by. By practising these ways, you will become more confident and your children will be secured.

That's how things stand right now. Keep in mind that any subject can change overtime, so be sure you keep up with the latest news.

Disclaimers: The author shares this article based on her personal and work experience and disclaims any responsibility for any liability, losses or damages and /or application of any of contents of this article.

Tips On How To Treat Babies With Down Syndrome Correctly

By: Anne-Lie Karlsson

Babies inherit genetic information from their parents in the form of forty six chromosomes. The father produces twenty three as well as the mother, but in Down syndrome one of the pair of chromosome produces three partners resulting in a total of forty seven chromosomes.. It is a congenital abnormality. This condition maybe transmitted by either parent. When women over thirty five years old have children a good chance that her baby will become mongoloid.

It is easy to recognize infants suffering from mental retardation called Downs syndrome. Most babies that are mongoloid have an IQ fifty or lower. Most of the mongoloid - victims experience stunted growth resulting in a small skull, coarse and scanty hair, a flat face and an upward slope in the eyes. The tongue of the mongoloid is thick and they have short hands and feet. It is also obvious that Down syndrome victims have a speech delay and they need speech therapy to help them with expressive language.

Infants who are mongoloid have abnormalities in intestines, heart and teeth. They also have difficulty hearing, an under active thyroid, eye problems, and gastrointestinal blockages.

Scientists are still studying the reason for the chromosomal error and how to prevent it. Expert recommended parents with Down syndrome children to enroll them at a training program center. Therapists can educate mongoloids and help them develop motor skills and language.

Training is so important for the mongoloid - victim. Some training program centers train mongoloids to do as much as their limitations permit. The extent abnormalities vary from child to child. Some children need a lot of medical treatment while others lead a healthy life.

Pregnant women can be screened for various complications during pregnancy. Amniocentesis is a test performed during the first fourteen to twenty weeks of fetal development to know if the fetus has Down syndrome. This test involves the removal of a small amount of amniotic fluid through a needle inserted in the abdomen of the pregnant mothers. The extracted cells are used to analyze the presence of chromosomal abnormalities. This test may result in fetal injury, preterm labor or miscarriage.

Parents can use any program that is offered in school. There are also strides being made in education, housing, and social settings to create an environment to support to people with Down syndrome. In most developed countries, since the early twentieth century many people with Down syndrome were housed in institutions or colonies and excluded from society.

Drawing For Unborn Baby

By: Mak Wai Chong

When you are learning about something new, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of relevant information available. This informative article should help you focus on the central points.

I hope the information presented so far has been applicable. You might also want to consider the following:

Drawing is a wonderful way to express your feelings towards the unborn baby. The following article will focus on how to use drawing as a tool to involve the family to bond with your foetus.

Drawing is a useful tool to connect with unborn baby. I love to draw for my foetus. I drew a circle with heart shape that represents love, forgiveness and gratitude for unborn baby. After my drawing, I wrote my journal and read it aloud to my baby. He responded by giving me a gentle kick after reading my journal. It showed that he was listening attentively.

Besides parents' drawing, we can involve children in the drawing to represent their thinking and feeling towards the foetus. They learn to show their love to their unborn siblings. My eldest son drew a picture of a plane as a gift of love to him. He was looking forward to take a plane with his baby brother in future. My second son drew his toys for the baby. He would like to play and he share his toys with his baby brother. It helps them to show love and care for one another. It also helps them to bond with one another earlier.

Younger children would love to draw. You can encourage them to draw and give it as a gift to foetus. You may ask them for any message that they may want to send to baby.

You could compile all their drawings and put it in a journal, CD or e-books which can be presented to them as a priceless birthday, wedding gift or family album in future. The whole experience can be thoroughly enjoyable for the children as well as the whole family.

Drawing helps my sons to visualise and bond with foetus at the earliest stage. It also helps them to identify their position with the baby and that they are playing an important role for his well-being and development. It teaches them to treasure their sibling and there will be lesser chances of sibling rivalry. It helps them to connect with unborn baby at the earliest stage.

Now might be a good-time to write down the main points covered above. The act of putting it down on paper will help you remember what is important about drawing for unborn baby. Draw a picture for your foetus and enjoy yourself during the process of drawing.

Disclaimers: The author shares this article based on her personal and work experience and disclaims any responsibility for any liability, losses or damages and/or application of any of contents of this article.

How To Cut The Risk Of Having A Child With Cerebral Palsy

By: Anne-Lie Karlsson

Newborn babies with cerebral palsy can be recognized when they cannot swallow, nurse, has an inability to kick with their both legs. He cannot walk, crawl, and stand normally when he grows older. Thus, they are far different from the normal kids of the same age.

Moreover, they also experience involuntarily movements such as twisting and twitching. Others can experience impaired speech and a degree of mental deficiency. They may either keen minds or highly intelligent. They also may experience difficulty in hearing and visual defects. In short they cannot control their motor movement.

Interested in knowing what are the causes of cerebral palsy or why it happened to a baby? How to resolve this kind of abnormality? This could be the result of brain damage that occur during the full development of baby's brain in womb. Brain damage are results of malformations and failure of brain to develop. The brain can be damage during pregnancy or during giving birth. Most probably the part of the brain responsible for motor function is affected or damaged.

Some mothers do not know that they are pregnant, they tend to smoke and drink alcohol in this, they have a greater possibility of having a baby with cerebral difficulty. Inadequate or not enough nutrition during pregnancy can cause abnormality to a brain. It was discover that the full development of baby's brain is during conception. The failure of the mother to nourish fetus brain during conception of the stage of full growth development is a lifetime risk. It only means if brain have a abnormality this will last for a lifetime.

Prolonged labor is some of the causes of cerebral palsy that result to inadequate supply of oxygen to newborn due to restricted blood supply during difficulty in delivery. When the cord is being compressed during prolonged labor can cause the brain traumatized. The infection of brain tissue and extremely premature may also consider as a factor.

Cerebral palsy is not a disease nor illness, it is not be contagious to others. Doctors and researchers still studying how to cure cerebral palsy but the only remedy as of now is to lessen the burden of cerebral palsy victim but it cannot heal totally. Physical therapy is necessary to improve joint mobility. Therapy help them to aid their abnormalities and develop their walking, sitting using their hands and talking.

Some training program center for cerebral palsy victim offers to provide the instructions on various techniques and their implementation. Doctors may provide medications for relaxation of the muscles so that their legs and arms become flexible. Thus training and other technology can lessen the burden of the victim.

Suggestion And Unborn Baby

By: Mak Wai Chong

This interesting article addresses some of the key issues on suggestion and unborn Baby. A careful reading of this material could make a big difference in how you think about this topic.

The information about suggestion and unborn baby presented here will do one of two things: either it will reinforce what you know about suggestion and unborn baby or it will teach you something new. Both are good outcomes.

According to Wikipedia, the free encyclopaedia, suggestion is the name given to the psychological process by which one person may guide the thoughts, feelings or behaviour of another.

The power of suggestion is an amazing tool to help you achieve something that you want. Our subconscious mind is controlled by the power of suggestion. This method is most effective when carried out just before you go to sleep because your conscious mind is then less active.

During my third pregnancy, I was bleeding in the 5th week. While doing the examination, the doctor discovered the shape of the water-bag was irregular and had many angles. In addition, the doctor told me that he had not been able to get the heartbeat of my baby.

I started to be concerned about my medical condition. I calmed myself down and suggested to my third child, "Baby, I need your help. Can you heal yourself? Your water-bag is getting round and smooth. You are strong and healthy. Your heartbeat is normal and strong." I suggested to my baby about 3 times a day which included one just before I went to sleep.

Within one and a half weeks, the shape of the water-bag was getting rounder and smoother. The doctor was able to find the heartbeat of baby in 6.5 weeks. I was simply overjoyed with the progress and expressed my gratitude to my third child.

In addition, I used suggestion to tell my unborn baby about wake up and sleep cycle. I told him daily before I went to bed,"Felix (name of my unborn baby), you shall sleep at 9:00 p.m. and wake up at 7:00a.m. Good night. I love you. Please wake me up with a gentle kick at 7:00 a.m." With practice for a week's time, he could wake me up at 7:00p.m. His sleeping and waking up times synchronize with my sleeping and waking up times. This example shows that unborn baby is responsive to our suggestion.

I found that applying the art of suggestion was helpful and powerful for the healing of my third child. The response from my unborn baby was remarkable.

So now you know a little bit about suggestion and unborn baby. Even if you don't know everything, you have done something worthwhile: you have expanded your knowledge.

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Different Toys For Kids Of Different Ages Help In Proper Development

By: Victor Epand

There are lots of toys available in the market and you will get suitable toys for any age group you want. The toys are perfectly divided into categories for kids of different ages keeping in mind the mental status and ability of the child. If you have a toddler you will need to purchase something that will be of interest for your small child and also keep him busy. He must enjoy the game or play with the toy and have fun. At the same time, if you buy some sensible toys, you can teach him about the different colors, shapes and sizes, and make his concept clear about opposites like big and small, fat and thin etc. If you will tell at the store the age of your child, the salesperson will give you the information of what type of toys will be the best for your child.

For a child who is little bigger than a toddler say of age 1 or 2 years, then you need to buy different toys that will keep him engaged. Along with this it would be good to buy some educational toys so that the child learns lots of things while he is playing. You can teach him counting, ask him to search for the alphabets or numbers or teach him the nursery rhymes with the CD and lots more. But first of all you need to understand his behavior and interests so that you offer him the toy of his choice and the purpose of a support for him is also fulfilled. The child can learn to balance and get familiar with the motion if you buy him a rocking horse. You have to look after the overall development of your child without interfering in his fun and enjoyment.

When the child is a toddler, he grows very fast and the development of his mind is also very fast and needs to be molded into perfect direction. If the mind of a child is directed properly in the perfect age he will choose the right path always. Parenting is a tough and responsible job and parents have to be very careful in choosing the toys for their children of any age. Every age has its own demand of attention and care. The child also needs to be offered quality time of their parents and the perfect selection of toys for their mental and physical development. There are many types of blocks available in the market for different age groups of children. They are created keeping in mind the ability of a child of that particular age and you can assure yourself by comparing the game's involvement for your child.

Kids of different age groups have the capacity of doing things or solving puzzles quite differently. So there are levels made for any toy and if you think that your child can do better than those of his age group you can select a game of higher level than the average one.

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This All-Too-Common Situation Cries Out for Parenting Help

By: Larry Waldman

Todd Sampson is six years old. He lives with his father, mother, and ten-year-old sister. Todd presents serious behavior management problems to his family.

He is active and distractible. He frequently gets into things he has been told not to play with and he must be nagged continually to pick up things in his room.

Todd throws at least one temper tantrum per day when he becomes frustrated or does not get his way. He tends to embarrass his parents when out in a restaurant or grocery store by running, touching and demanding things, or whining.

He has few, if any, friends; when interacting with peers, Todd tends to boss, bully, or hurt them.

Todd performs marginally at school, although his teacher feels he has the capability to do better. Todd also is a poor eater, preferring junk foods. He hates going to bed and wets his bed nightly.

His parents are quite frustrated with him and his behavior.

Mrs. Sampson has talked with the pediatrician, their clergyman, and the school teacher. She has been given considerable advice from many people regarding what to do with Todd; she has tried several strategies with Todd but she has not had much success.

She often becomes angry at Todd for his misbehavior and then becomes upset with herself for losing her temper. She finds that she is becoming ashamed of her son and his behavior and often makes excuses for him.

More and more she arranges her schedule to shop and go places so that she does not have to take Todd with her. She dreads taking any trips with Todd because she knows that ultimately the outing will result in her son exhibiting bad behavior and her screaming and scolding.

Mrs. Sampson feels unfulfilled as a mother. She had planned on having more children but after Todd thoughts of additional children were quickly abandoned.

Mr. Sampson is just as frustrated with Todd and his behavior. He feels, though, that Todd generally minds him better than he does Mrs. Sampson. He resents the way Todd disobeys, manipulates, and ignores his wife, but cannot help feeling that if his wife was only a little more strict with Todd, things would be different.

He has suggested many times to his wife that she should be more firm with Todd, but she responds that if he would spend more time with the children, perhaps she would not be having such a hard time with them.

In truth, Mr. Sampson chooses to spend little time with Todd because he is usually so difficult. He often purposely comes home late from work so that the children will already be in bed and he will not have to interact with them.

Mr. Sampson has become quite tired of hearing his wife complain about Todd; any discussions they have usually come around to Todd, his bad behavior, and the resulting family discomfort. Mr. Sampson has occasional thoughts of divorce.

If you or someone you know is in a similar situation take heart in knowing that it is possible to take action to break this negative, hurtful cycle.