As a preschooler, your child doesn’t need to know the graphic and horrifying details that make you want to protect him against strangers. Your nightmares need not—and indeed should not—become his nightmares. Fortunately, you don’t need to frighten your child to keep him safe. All he needs to know and follow is one fundamental rule: You (or whoever is entrusted with his care) need to know where he is at every moment....
If your teen is thinking of taking a job during the school year, here are some questions to consider: Will the demands of the job threaten or enhance your child’s commitment to school? Some working students take fewer challenging courses or cut corners on homework; others rise to the challenge because the job teaches them to become more efficient. Will there still be time for extracurricular activities? Have your teen ask her employer if she can work around soccer practice, play rehearsals, or saxophone lessons....
Materials Chalk One marker (small chain, coin, or stone) per player Directions
Materials: Construction paper or small paper plate Marker or pencil Glue Dried beans and uncooked pasta Directions:
We researched the top brands and products if your little helper wants to get involved in every aspect of your cleaning routine, paying attention to the recommended age, safety features, and accessories of each pick. The Melissa & Doug Let’s Play House Dust! Sweep! Mop! Set is our best overall pick. The versatile set comes with a stand for easy storage and each piece is made of durable materials that work like the actual thing....
When shopping for card games for the kids in your life, you should consider the child’s age range, how difficult the instructions are to master, how long the games will last, and how much space you’ll need to play. To compile this list we took all those things into consideration, in addition to making sure to provide some suggestions that would be perfect for getting the whole family playing together....
Not to mention, how great was it to serendipitously get dragged to a family dinner, only to discover Mrs. Pac-Man or Galaga arcade game while you waited for your parents to finish chatting? Video games will always be looked back on with sweet nostalgia, which is why it has continued to remain present throughout my adolescence, young adulthood, and present-day (my older young adulthood years!). When my husband and I were dating, we loved staying in and playing games together....
To get started, consider your kiddo’s interests and watch those age recommendations for safety purposes. Whether your budget is on the lowfiner end or you’re able to splurge, there’s something here he will love. We carefully considered value, design, toy safety, and any age recommendations when reviewing products. Here are the best toys for the 4-year-old boy in your life. They are small, making them the right size for little hands, and have an easy-to-push button to activate....
Even if the kid on your list has developed deep interests in something, expand their horizons with a toy that is new, innovative, or just made for fun. From fidget toys to paint kits to bikes to books, there is a gift out there for every 8-year-old in your life. We carefully considered price, value, durability, design, age recommendations, and functionality when reviewing products. Based on our research, these are the best gifts for 8-year-old boys....
“Infant swings are valuable to parents who need or want help soothing a fussy baby or need a safe place for their child to spend time,” Amanda Abramczyk-Thill, Injury Prevention Specialist at Children’s Hospital Colorado and Safe Kids Worldwide Coalition Coordinator, tells Verywell Family. While fun accessories are enticing, the right safety features are of utmost importance when looking for a baby swing. Parents should pay attention to weight and height limits as well as straps....
While it may seem like any container in your kitchen can make do, Leigh Anne O’Connor, IBCLC, LCCE, recommends bags that “attach easily to the pump, have a good and easy seal, and feature BPA-free plastic.” Take into account how often you personally pump, which will influence the budget you have as well as the bag’s capacity (though most will have a maximum capacity of 6 ounces). Equally important is pre-sterilization and a secure closure type, to minimize waste....
Felice Gersh, MD, an OB-GYN and founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, in Irvine, California, and the author of PCOS SOS Fertility Fast Track, explains that “ovulation normally occurs in reproductive-aged women, not taking hormonal contraception, on a monthly basis.” Dr. Gersh continues, “ovulation is essential for successful procreation and is the release of the oocyte (the egg) from the ovary designated to release the egg that month....
When you are listening to your spouse, always ask yourself the following three questions: Are you giving your spouse your full and undivided attention? Do you understand what your spouse is saying to you? Do you know what your spouse wants from you? To be a good listener, you need to answer “yes” to all of these questions. If you are distracted, suggest a better time to talk. If you don’t understand what your spouse is saying, ask him or her to explain again....
Children should be encouraged to participate in all forms of artistic expression throughout the elementary grades. Self-expression through singing, painting, dancing, and acting can do wonders for a child’s confidence and self-esteem while strengthening his or her communication skills; and exposure to a variety of artists and performers in many media provides the foundation for lifelong enjoyment of the arts. Unfortunately, however, arts programs are being dropped from many schools, sacrificed either because of budget problems or because policy makers have decided that the arts are not as important as other elements of the curriculum....
Rattles provide tactile and auditory stimulation that can help develop a baby’s neurocognitive pathways. They can also stimulate visual development and help babies learn about cause and effect. When purchasing a baby rattle, parents and caregivers should look for one that is appropriate for their baby’s age and is safe to use. For example, a rattle should not have small pieces that could be choking hazards. You should also pay attention to the materials a rattle is made of and if it has any special features, such as buttons, lights, or teething elements....
Presidents’ Day is a day off from school, but do your kids know what this holiday is about? Reading a few books to your children is a fun and easy way to teach them a little bit about Presidents’ Day. Many people believe that Presidents’ Day is a time to celebrate all of the presidents or to honor our current president. However, this is mistaken. More: 8 Of Our Favorite Valentine’s Day Books for All Ages Presidents’ Day was named to celebrate the birthdays of two important presidents: George Washington and Abraham Lincoln....
There are many safe and effective forms of birth control available for breastfeeding mothers. The copper IUD, or intrauterine device, is one such option. What Is the Copper IUD? The copper IUD, also called ParaGard, is a soft, flexible, T-shaped piece of plastic that is wrapped in copper wire. It’s placed inside your uterus by a doctor. The action of the copper kills the sperm and prevents the sperm and egg from coming together (fertilization)....
Your time only Here’s an activity that will help your child appreciate the importance of sticking to his or her principles—scientific principles, that is. Choose a scientific principle—say, gravity—and help your child demonstrate how it works (by dropping a nonbreakable object). You can help your child research the principle using encyclopedias, science books, and so on. Then, imagine that the scientific principle simply ceased to exist, and ask your child to describe how the world would be different....
The IEP team is charged with making educational decisions for students, and addresses issues such as eligibility, evaluation, program development, and placement of a child in special education or gifted programs. Parents and guardians know their kids better and should be very involved in the IEP process. Don’t let school personnel intimidate you in this process. Your role as an advocate for your child is paramount. Parents may not be educators themselves, but they bring their years of experience in other professions and aspects of life to the process, along with their experience with their own child....
I believe that there are four main keys to dealing well with stress: Processing emotions well Practicing good self-care Managing relationships in healthy ways Taking stress breaks More: These Celeb Parents Give Us Hope For Aging. Their Secret? Self Care Most people have heard of the first three. When I mention, “stress breaks,” however, I tend to get furrowed brows and tilted heads. Face it. You’re stressed. You need breaks from the usual and often continual stress of your daily routine....
