It’s a hard concept to take in but, did you know that children who are exposed to secondhand smoke are inhaling nicotine and other chemicals into their bodies just like smokers? Read on… Continue reading
Some infants are born with a full head of luscious locks while some are born with sparse hair or even bald. While genetics do play a part in determining the type of hair children inherit from their parents, the quality of care given will still influence the health of the hair and scalp. Continue reading
When your baby starts to get mobile and begins crawling or toddling from place to place in your home, you’ll soon realise how important it is to keep your surroundings, especially the floors, clean and safe. Babies are inquisitive by nature and they tend to grab, touch, and even taste anything they can get their hands on, which spells trouble for their safety. Continue reading
Physical activities are more important to the development of babies and children than one can imagine. These days especially, it is crucial that parents ensure that their little ones receive enough exercise and not spend too much time in front of the TV or generally being sedentary for too long. Continue reading
If you’ve visited a spa recently or do so often, you would know very well that the minute you enter it gives you a sense of calm. We all know there are spas all over that offer treatments for expectant and new mums, but spa treatment for babies is now becoming quite a hit too! Continue reading
Can parents today safely give in to commercial baby food without worrying too much? Find out now. Continue reading
Fevers in babies can be one of the scariest symptoms for parents, especially when that fever is high or if the infant is very young. A fever is not an illness on its own – it is a symptom of one. Continue reading
Nursing a baby who is over a year old is a common practice in many parts of the world. It’s called extended breastfeeding and for many families, it’s a part of something called attachment parenting as well. However, not all societies, even the most modern ones, accept this as normal, regardless of the notable health benefits it offers for the child. Continue reading
It’s not a very common opinion that teaching a baby to read is possible, but the fact remains that it’s highly likely to happen by default, provided the little one is surrounded by a literacy-rich environment. Continue reading
Babies can learn, and they learn fast. As it turns out, parents have a hand in making this happen — and not just in the genes we pass along. Science clearly shows that baby’s brain development depends largely on early experiences and while DVDs and brain-enhancing toys come in useful, there are many other ways parents can help out little growing brains absorb lessons. Continue reading
