Let me hear your body talk? Please, keep it to a whisper when you’re dealing with in-laws from another culture. Among Chinese people from Vietnam, for example, a man and a woman are discouraged from hugging or kissing if they are not married. Likewise, Orthodox Jews avoid contact with members of the opposite sex. Many Latinos, in contrast, expect body contact. The moral of the story? Always ask before you reach out and touch someone....
The very thought of a spinal tap can be scary to many people, the feeling of which may only increase when a baby is involved. But, in truth, when performed by a professional experienced in pediatrics, it is often more uncomfortable than painful. Indications Most lumbar punctures in babies are done to check for meningitis, an infection of the membranes that line the brain and spinal column (called the meninges)....
It may not seem like it because these questions can feel natural, but here are the three basic intrusions to children’s creativity: Asking a child: “What did you paint?” Asking a child: “Why did you paint that?” Asking a child: “Tell me something about your painting.” Asking a child, “What is it?” is comparable to saying to the child: “I can’t figure out what you tried to paint. Because I can’t figure it out, it does not really work....
Ireland is enchanting and full of culture, history, and ancient legends. It is well-known for its lush, green landscape and traditional symbols, such as the shamrock and the Celtic cross. And, for a small country, Ireland and its people have had a big influence on the world making contributions to art, science, literature, and much more. So, whether you want to honor your heritage, or you love the charm, beauty, and mystery of the Emerald Isle, take a look at these 100 Irish names to consider for your new little one....
Whatever your reason happens to be, you can be certain that there are several benefits when children and teens bicycle to school. Students are likely to experience: An increase in their physical activityThe feeling of independence from riding a bike rather than being a passenger in a vehicleLearning how to choose and stay on a routeReducing vehicle congestion in busy school parking lotsMore outdoor timePracticing balance and coordination movements Increased time with you (if you supervise the ride)...
Cats aren’t born knowing what’s allowed and what’s off limits in the human world. We have to teach them and protect them. Prevention is the best protection, and you can accomplish it in two ways: by kitty-proofing your home and by confining your kitty when you can’t supervise him until you know he’s reliable. Kitty-proofing is a lot like child-proofing, except that kitties are smaller, faster, and better climbers than toddlers and young children and they have much sharper teeth and claws....
Many hosts might not consider throwing a party unless they were able to arrange for a karaoke machine, Japanese food, and a full sushi bar although other hosts might be horrified at that sort of party, much preferring the understated chic of a martini bar, personalized cocktail napkins, and a jazz trio. Similarly, not everyone wants to rack her brain for a super-creative party theme why not just give a dinner or cocktail party?...
Directions Glue the greeting card closed, or glue two postcards together. Allow time for the glue to dry. Punch holes around the edges of the cards. Make big holes for younger children and smaller holes for older children, according to the child’s coordination. Let the child thread the shoelace through the holes. Make up different patterns; threading in one and out the other hole, or skipping a hole and then coming backwards....
Projects That Build Creative and Large Motor Skills Try one of these crafty projects that stretch both creative and large motor skills. Make a Mural Use a roll of paper, an oversized cardboard box, or an old bedsheet as the canvas for a large mural. Spread it out on the floor or hang it on a wall (with newspapers or dropcloth underneath to protect your flooring), or an outdoor fence. Give kids some washable paint and let them go wild (this is fun either as a group project or as a solo activity)....
Although lead is found in soil, water, and air, the main culprit is lead-based paint. Small children, who put everything in their mouths, ingest it through paint flakes or dust that accumulates wherever paint is disturbed, such as near window frames and doors. Children with lead poisoning may have no symptoms, or their symptoms may mimic other illnesses such as the flu. But the effects can be devastating: Mental retardation or learning disabilities Shorter attention span or hyperactivity Growth problems Anemia or kidney problems...
In the Bible, Leah is the daughter of Laban and the sister of Rachel. She was married to the biblical patriarch Jacob, but he favored her sister instead. Leah loved Jacob though, and since she was unable to conceive, she prayed about her situation. God had compassion on her and allowed her to become pregnant. How Popular is the Name Leah? Leah first appears in the Social Security Administration top 1,000 list of names for baby girls as No....
Skills Being Practiced Descriptive writing skills Being detail-oriented What You Need Pencil and paper Timer How to Play Sit down with your child and tell her you are each going to write a description of one of your favorite things. It can be a food, a place, a person, or anything else she can think of, but neither of you is allowed to tell the other your topic. 2. Explain that when you are done writing, you will each read the other’s piece and try to figure out what picture has been painted with the words, so including a lot of detail is a way of providing clues....
Although Lee is often considered a gender-neutral name, the alternate spelling of Leigh has often been used for girls. Lee is also popular as a middle name, showing up in girl names like Annabel Lee, Bobby Lee, Jamie Lee, and others. How Popular is the Name Lee? The name Lee appears in the Social Security Administration’s list of the top 1,000 names for baby boys as No. 30 in 1900....
In both situations and in all their variations, grandparents may have to formalize their status to be able to care for their grandchildren properly. Grandparent custody comes in different forms, and the legal terms for these forms can differ from state to state. But parenting grandparents usually have one of the following legal relationships with their grandchildren. Physical Custody With Power of Attorney When grandchildren live with grandparents and grandparents are responsible for their physical well-being on a day-to-day basis, the grandparent has “physical custody....
Minnesota’s Healthy Start Act gives new moms in prison the chance to spend that critical time connecting with their infants. The bipartisan legislation allows incarcerated moms who have just given birth to serve part of their sentence in a community setting with their newborn. What Is the Healthy Start Act? Passed in May, the Healthy Start Act permits the Commissioner of Corrections to place incarcerated women who are pregnant or who have just delivered in community alternatives such as addiction treatment facilities or halfway houses....
