Surely you’ve noticed it — On one hand you are advised to breastfeed exclusively for at least six months and on the other hand you have famous brands of baby foods labeled from four months onward. Continue reading
Even as infants, babies thrive on attention or interaction and the quality of that interaction, coupled with the attention and care provided by caregivers can have an impact on their development. Continue reading
Who can resist a soft toy? Sewn from a textile such as cotton cloth, velvet, towelling or terrycloth, soft toys are stuffed with soft material such as soft synthetic fiber batting; cotton; straw or wood wool to give them that soft, cuddly feel. Read on to get just a bit more acquainted with these ageless toys and for tips on safety measures and how to care for them. Continue reading
For toddlers between the age of 1 and 3, tantrums often stem from trying to communicate a need, e.g. hunger, a soiled diaper, a toy that’s out of reach, etc, but not being successful due to lack of language skills. When all their attempts to let you know what they want to fail, they might resort to throwing a fit. Continue reading
The dangers of smoking are now common knowledge, but now and then, it’s good to have a sobering reminder, especially if you happen to be a pregnant smoker. Continue reading
Growing a food garden, whether directly from the ground or in containers or pots is an enriching experience. Vegetables, herbs, fruits… what better way to go organic than to grow your fresh produce? If you’ve been toying with the idea of growing a food garden, read on. Continue reading
As long as we consume conventionally grown food or products made from them, we might as well resign to the fact that we’re unwittingly ingesting loads of chemicals each day due the pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics and other chemicals used. Continue reading
While it’s not possible to feel bright-eyed and bushy-tailed throughout one’s pregnancy, it’s not normal either to be out of spirits all the time. Could you be responsible for feeling poorly sometimes? Find out here. Continue reading
It’s never too early to start bringing up a green child. The best way to go about it is to lead by example. If your little one keeps seeing you separating the rubbish for the recycling bin, or declining plastic bags at the grocery store, or even picking up rubbish that isn’t yours for the sake of keeping the park clean, then he or she will in time follow suit. Continue reading
Vitamin D is a crucial nutrient for children’s good health and development and lack of it can lead to serious health complications. It helps bones grow, develop properly, and stay strong. Nicknamed the sunshine vitamin, it’s mainly obtained through exposure to sunlight. It can also be obtained through foods such as milk, eggs, and cheese. Continue reading
