Researchers at Quebec's Laval Hospital believe that it's not just genes that promote obesity. There seems to be something in obese women's wombs that programs fetuses to become fat children and adults. The study found that children born to severely obese mothers were very likely to become severely obese. However, children born to the same mothers after the mothers had bypass surgery were not very likely to become severely obese. Those children...more
Parenthood can be a daunting time for many new parents; sleepless nights, endless feeds and nappy changes. However, there are people available to help make this stage a little easier.A baby nurse can be employed to help parents to learn the basics of parenthood. They can help new mums and dads to arrange a routine for the baby, monitor developments and show them how to use the wide variety of equipment needed on a daily basis.Baby nurses can be...more
Have you wanted to get your child to comply without running into the temper tantrum you know is coming? By offering your child a choice you can avoid the flare ups...A choice!? you say, why would I want to offer my child a choice, I just want them to obey! Well, let me tell you obedience comes much more naturally when your children think it's their idea!Use of a technique called a "double bind" offers two "choices" that both lead to the same desired outcome. By offering your children a choice (or actually an illusion of choice) with 2 options that both have your desired outcome, you can achieve quick obedience that otherwise would be unlikely.For example, if your child is playing with his toys, and you want him to come to dinner (but you know the demand to come for dinner usually ends up with a temper tantrum and/or a power struggle), you can say to them " would you like to help me put dinner on your plate, or help me to put milk in your cup?" Whichever the child chooses the result is that he/she is now ready for dinner and has forgotten all abou the toys they were playing with.Not only has your child chosen an option that lead to your desired outcome, but in the process your...more
With pressures on future generations for higher and higher performance in academic endeavors, clubs, and youth groups, it is no wonder that so many children feel increased pressure and stress, even in their early years. As a parent, this puts you in a difficult position because you naturally do not want to be intrusive or begin conversations that...more
Flowers add a special touch to any event, especially celebrations like baby showers. While some choose a type of flower to match a color scheme, others like to use the baby's predicted birth month flower, or even the flower of the month in which the baby shower will be held. Whether you decide on flowers according to the baby's birth date, or...more
I am really letting myself live and feel my Type 3 fiery nature these days. After having spent 10 days on a trip with my parents I readily got to see how often I was shut down as a kid. Nearly every day my Type 2 mom shooshed me and told me to be quiet, and my dad did his typical routine of not paying very much attention to me! I dont blame my parents, heck I am the one creating all of this. I am just very committed to allowing the patterns to change so I have become very proactive even pointing it out to them now and asking them to not do that anymore! I am creating them to be open and receptive and changing!When I first read this question I got really fired up, what does this person not get? Where are these questions coming from? Wow, they are even laced with a lot of judgment.Here is the question (unedited) and my response!Lorraine: Hi, I have just recently (as of 10 minutes ago) finished your book Its Just My Nature and not to long ago, I read your book Remembering Wholeness. Carol: How quickly you moved in to action to write me tells me you are most likely one of the two higher movements which would be a Type 1 or 3.Lorraine: I find your ideas intriguing! I have...more
Toys are valuable to your kids. In fact, his toy collection may be his most valued possession at this time. For this reason, it is important to ensure that you take proper care of these things. Aside from this, you spent money and effort looking for...more
Most parents are very busy with work or chores that they hardly have time to spend with their children. Even if they do, it often happens that a parent is already too tired to play or do activities. This diminishes the quality in the time spent with...more
Almost every kid owns a stuffed toy. Even you probably did, when you were still a child. Now that you have a child of your own, you want your little one to experience the same joy and delight you had from having owned these adorable cuddly toys. As...more
Many decades back, the concept of buying things using the computer would seem rather absurd. Now, online shopping has become such a big part of so many peoples lives and you can buy online almost any product and service you can think of. Even the...more
Most kids enjoy playing with stuffed toys for a wide variety of reasons. Some like them because they are cuddly and adorable while other kids are fascinated by their bright and striking colors. Parents cannot help but feel happy when they see the...more
A child communicating with you will do so in many separate ways. We frequently think only of the discussions and conversations we have with children as being their communication with us. However their behaviour is also a very effective form of...more