Jul 06, 2009 -
Babies needing their temperature taken or their noses cleared don't intimidate mamas who have the right tools. Handy parents who have gone though the trials of helping their tots have created products that get the jobs done. Take a look at some of the more interesting inventions that were made to assist fellow moms and dads.
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Jul 02, 2009 -
All babies cry, but parents who have a colicky baby, defined as a child between three weeks and three months old that cries for three hours a day at least three days a week, may have a hard time coping. According to a new study released in the July issue of Pediatrics, dads-to-be who are depressed throughout their partner's pregnancy may be responsible for the crying babes. It said:
Paternal depressive symptoms during pregnancy might be a risk factor for excessive infant crying.
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Jun 16, 2009 -
Parents ready to let their tot look toward the dashboard may think twice about the car seat installation. A new study out in the British Medical Journal suggests parents should keep their children in rear facing car seats until age four.
Most mothers and fathers follow the guidelines set by the American Academy of Pediatrics — that wee ones stay in rear-facing seats until age one and surpass 20 pounds.
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Jun 16, 2009 -
Mamas want their youngsters to breathe easy, but there's no reason why humidifiers have to be an eye sore in the nursery. Mums can choose a cheeky pet Crane humidifier to keep her wee one well while adding some flair to the room. Hello Kitty and SpongeBob SquarePants enthusiasts will flip when seeing the colorful characters blow steam before they snooze.
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Jun 14, 2009 -
"Peek-a-boo! I see you!!" But just how well does baby see mama?
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May 31, 2009 -
When it's hot, a mama needs to keep her kiddos hydrated. While youngsters require four-to-six ounces of water every two hours, it doesn't all have to come straight from a water bottle or sippy cup. If you are heading outdoors, fill your picnic basket with refreshing foods — fruits, veggies and dairy products are packed with water and can help stave off dehydration.
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May 27, 2009 -
Unfortunately for iron man Mike Tyson, the biggest fight of his life may be ahead of him as he deals with the tragic loss of his four-year-old daughter, Exodus. The young girl's life was cut short after a treadmill accident in the family's Arizona home. Our hearts go out to them.
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May 27, 2009 -
The Coppertone baby may be an icon, but today we know better when it comes to protecting our lil ones from the sun's nasty rays. Enter any drugstore and the variety of lotions, sticks and potions can be overwhelming. Before heading to beach, playground or pool, take our quiz and see what you know about shielding wee ones from the sun.
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May 21, 2009 -
Moms who stock their pantries on a weekly basis often forget about old packages of pasta or cans of beans stashed way in the back of the bin. Before cooking, I rarely double check expiration dates. However, an email alerting me to the dangers of old mixes had me lifting every box and can in my kitchen last night.
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May 13, 2009 -
Whoever said you could never get too much of a good thing was sorely mistaken. Vitamins may be beneficial for good health and development, but they can easily be mishandled and overused.
Most children's vitamins – such as the chewable and gummy-kinds found on pharmacy shelves – contain US Food and Drug Administration recommended levels of essential vitamins.
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