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The Bucket And The Shovel

by T Akery May 11th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
The bucket and the shovel are one of the most versatile outdoor toys available on the market. These plastic creations are very affordable and offer a lot of bang for their buck. The best measures of a toy are how long they keep kids entertained and how hard it

The Sun and Your Newborn

by Lori Sciame May 9th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
A visit to a water park in the Wisconsin Dells a few years ago proved to be a terrible experience. Why? Because I witnessed a young mother standing (for what seemed like hours) in the wave pool, an infant sleeping in her arms. What made me

Pacifiers

by Michele May 6th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
A pacifier can be a useful soothing tool for many babies.  Both of my children used them.  When they turned one, I decided it was time to eliminate their use.  Being individuals, each of my children accepted this news differently.  One of them simply stopped using it and slept

Toilet Training Testimonial

by Lori Sciame April 11th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
Raising three children presented many challenges, including the task of potty training. When I look back at that particular chore, the memory of advice given to me by my son's doctor still makes me smile.

The advice came when my son was almost three and still showed no interest

Sleep, Baby, Sleep

by Michele March 25th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
It's been a while since I've needed to rock a little one to sleep.  While it's been more than a decade, the occasions of crying babies who couldn't be consoled remain a vivid memory.  When you know that your baby isn't hungry, doesn't have a fever, and has a

Breast Milk May Prevent Obesity

by Lori Sciame March 18th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
A new study published in the March issue of the Journal of Pediatrics suggests that the first months of a baby's life may set the stage for the development of obesity in childhood. What the study found is significant: babies who are given formula and who begin eating

Keeping in Touch While You Are Away…

by Joe Lawrence March 7th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
Many of us have jobs that require us to travel.  Maybe we leave for just a weekend, and sometimes it is much longer.  It is torturous to leave a little one behind while they are learning and growing up so quickly.  There are a few simple things you can

Follow Through

by Michele February 25th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
Parenting a toddler isn't an easy job.  Truthfully, parenting children of any age isn't an easy job, there just are unique challenges at every age and with each individual child.  With toddlers, one of those challenges is teaching your child about consequences.

How many times have you heard (or said)

Get the Lead Out!

by Lori Sciame February 14th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
Are you the parent of a toddler, and do you live in a home built before 1979? If yes, then you should be aware of a potential poisoning hazard that could be lurking in your house - lead.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) states that, "Approximately 250,000 U.S.

Toddlers and Teamwork

by Michele February 11th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
Recently, I was talking with a friend who is a mom to a teen, a tween, and a toddler.  With only teens and tweens in my house, I was reminiscing as she shared the recent escapades of her youngest.  Although the quiet moments of snuggling and playing pretend games

Books for Babies? Yes!

by Lori Sciame January 21st, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
Baby showers provide parents with many of the essentials for raising a healthy, happy little one. From car seats to cute and cuddly stuffed animals, parents-to-be receive practical and not-so-practical items alike.

Most of the time, however, books are not on the gift list. Why? Because many

The Heart of a Parent

by Joe Lawrence January 10th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
There is no bond stronger than that of a parent and child.  When parents whom don't even know each other are in the same room, they light up when they hear about another child.  We share a common understanding.  Parents are able to appreciate the picture of a little
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