The day you bring home a prematurely born baby can bring emotions mixed with joy and apprehension. Prematurely born babies, or preemies, are a blessing because they have fought long and hard to make it! On the other hand they have very special needs and parents are often nervous about being able to meet those needs, especially in the early days.Swaddling for preemiesIf you have ever been in this situation you probably understand the need to learn...more
OK. I'm going to get down to business right away. These are the things that I will be discussing over the next few pages: Understand Your Own Emotions Change Your Own Mindset Expect Success Become A Lifelong Learner Understand Whose Team You Are On Know When To Walk Away Choose To Control Your Responses Not Talking Back - A Sign Of Strength Be Prepared To Ask For HelpUnderstand Your Own EmotionsThis truly is an important key to...more
Critical Mistake # 1 Trying To Be Your Child's Best FriendAlthough it is an admirable thing to want to be your child's best friend, kids do not need that kind of relationship with their parents or carers. What your child needs is an authority figure to be the boss. This doesn't mean that you have the right to be bossy. However, there needs to be a distinction so that your child realises that you are the final authority.I have seen many a single mum with one child, trying to be a "buddy" to them, possibly trying to make up for the fact that there may be no father in the child's life. Don't get me wrong. I am knocking the single mum; I am one of them. And as a single mum I need to be especially careful to let my children know that I am still the boss and that they are accountable to me. This gives the child a sense of security, knowing that someone is in charge.Critical Mistake # 2 Yelling At Your ChildI know that all of us have yelled at our children at some stage. Some of us do it regularly, others just occasionally. What we need to realise is that it does our child no good to have us raise our voices at them. It will actually breed disrespect towards you.If we can learn the art...more
We live in a very dangerous world, a world that is full of criminals and people that you personally would not want to be around, let alone have your children hang out with them. We can never know if it is safe to talk or spend time with someone until we check it, and we can never be too careful when it comes to our family's safety. I will talk...more
Your first look at a cotton muslin swaddle or receiving blanket might surprise you. The fabric looks a bit like gauze and doesn't look thick enough to keep an infant warm. And the fabric doesn't seem nice and pressed like other baby blankets you might find.But don't let appearances fool you. Cotton muslin just might be the perfect fabric for a...more
Let's face it, the economy is bleak at best. Everyone has their guard up and the majority of consumers are only spending on necessities. And yes a diaper bag is a necessity! Consumers have buckled down and are looking for deals on everything. But just know you do not have to compromise the quality or value when you do in fact find that deal. There are quality designer diaper bags that you can feel good about purchasing.Every Mom needs some sort of diaper bag for their needs and their baby's needs. A new purse or wallet is not a necessity but a want. A diaper bag is a most definite need. You cannot shove diapers and wipes into a regular purse. You do need a place for the baby bottle, toys, pacifier, snacks and of course the changing pad. So make sure you pick the one you want.To be able to go online and shop for a diaper bag at a great price and have it shipped to you is a luxury. And it is a luxury that won't break the bank. You simply need to pick the style, size and color. Many Mom's find it fun to buy their diaper bag on line. You can stay at home and still find a huge selection in any price range.However some sites are overwhelming. I have been there. You can look for hours. It...more
The hospital bag is packed and waiting next to the door. The nursery is ready, diapers and powders on call near the changing table and tiny outfits neatly folded in the dresser. Baby will be here any day. Yet, it takes more than one sies and bottles...more
Why is it so hard for parents to be consistent when disciplining their children?Many factors come into play. How tired are you?! How persistent is your child? How were you disciplined? What kind of parenting style do you have? Does the other parent...more
All children have the right to live in safety and security, as stated by the United Nations Convention on the Right of the Child, yet millions around the globe suffer the long term effects of child abuse, with only a few organizations actually...more
The long argued debate over parents paying for their kid's crimes was opened up again when the Los Angeles City Council was scheduled to discuss passing a law that would hold parents financially responsible for the graffiti vandalism caused by their...more
If you are swaddling your baby for the first time you might find that using a regular baby blanket instead of a swaddle blanket can make the process quite a struggle. The experienced hands of caregivers in newborn nurseries or mothers who have...more
Looking for a way to manage feeding newborn twins? Look for a nursing pillow with a large, oversize design that makes it great for comfortably and safely feeding twins.It is not uncommon for a new mother to have difficulty finding a comfortable...more