4 Easter Games to Play Outdoors
Beyond the traditional Easter egg hunt, there are other fun outdoor games to consider. Most Easter games use basic supplies, making them simple and inexpensive to coordinate.
Read more →Parenting & Child Development: From Infancy to Adolescence
Parenting success relies on understanding developmental benchmarks, managing maternal health during and after pregnancy, and implementing effective behavioral strategies for toddlers and teenagers.
The Pros and Cons of Child Behavior Checklists
Child assessments evaluate development and progress by gathering objective information. Checklists provide a tool for recording a child's behavior to assess potential problems or to develop a behavior management plan.
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How Precise is an Ultrasound for Determining the Exact Age of a Baby?
An accurate gestational age gives your prenatal care provider a basis for measuring the baby's development and growth. He is better able to identify problems with your baby's development with this information.
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Belly Button Discharge in Newborns
At birth, the doctor clamps and cuts the umbilical cord, leaving behind a small stump that eventually falls off. In most newborns, the belly button heals on its own without any complications.
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What Do I Feed My 1-year-old Now That She's Off Formula?
A child's first birthday often marks the transition from formula to cow's milk and more solid foods. At this point, most babies already have a taste of mashed baby food and possibly table food.
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Activities to Teach Water Safety to Preschoolers
Water safety education at a young age aims to prevent accidental drownings, a leading cause of death for kids between ages 1 and 19, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Swimming lessons for children of preschool age and above aid in the prevention of drowning.
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How to Calm a Baby's Tummy Ache
A tummy ache causes a baby discomfort that leads to fussiness and may interfere with her sleep. Potential causes of an infant stomachache include lactose intolerance, colic, reflux, gastroenteritis, constipation, gas or an intestinal blockage.
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How to Know When to Increase a Newborn's Feedings
A newborn typically eats every two or three hours whether he is breastfed or bottle fed with formula. As he grows, your newborn's nutritional needs change, particularly when he goes through growth spurts. These demands mean he needs an increase in the amount of food he receives.
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Olympic Games for Physical Education
The Olympics theme fits well into the physical education curriculum at any grade level. The kids participate in activities that simulate actual events in either the Summer or Winter Olympics. The theme is ideal during an actual Olympics year, but you can use it anytime to add variety to gym class.
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Late Signs of Pregnancy
The body shows subtle signs of pregnancy shortly after conception. These early signs -- such as sore breasts, increased basal body temperature, fatigue and implantation bleeding -- are often associated with other conditions and my not be noticeable in some women.
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Games to Play Outside With a 2 Year Old
Your 2-year-old shows her growing independence and physical ability each day. Her increasing stability and coordination allow her to play basic games that enhance these skills.
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How to Dress a Newborn in the Summer
The summer months often mean outdoor time during family gatherings, barbecues and other social events. Dressing your newborn requires more than a keen sense of baby fashion.
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How to Improve Children's Listenting Skills
Active listening skills facilitate effective communication throughout life. Children often struggle with listening skills, missing key pieces of information in the communication process. Helping your child improve his listening skills at an early age benefits him in school and in his social relationships.
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How to Discipline Your Three-Year-Old
The "terrible twos" have a bad reputation, but some parents find three to be just as difficult when it comes to behaviors. Disciplining your 3-year-old child helps her learn boundaries and appropriate behavior, which helps her better function within society.
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Fun Outdoor Activities To Do in the Rain
Rainy day activities typically involve games or projects indoors that allow you to stay dry. Heading outdoors to embrace the rain, however, can be rewarding for children and adults alike. Outdoor rain activities are safe only when there is no chance of lightning, hail or other severe weather.
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What Exercises During Pregnancy Start Labor?
Finding natural ways to get labor moving becomes appealing as your due date nears or passes. Exercises that may start labor are only effective if your body is ready to begin the process. Specific studies that support the efficacy of exercises to induce labor are limited.
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The Dangers of Electric Blankets
A cozy, warm electric blanket appeals to many people during the winter months. Electric blankets typically save money compared to turning up the heat when the temperatures drop, but they also present some dangers.
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