by Dr. Sarah Klagsbrun of ParentingWithDrK.com, Child Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor, and mother of three The birth of a new baby is always an adjustment for an older sibling. So how can you make the adjustment easier for the big sister/big brother? TIP #1: Being called the “big brother” or “big sister” may NOT be so […]
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Make “New” (foods) Work For You (and your child)
What better month to talk about “new” than in January? It’s not just a month to think about fresh starts, but also a month to consider how you bring “new” into your child’s life. Research shows that: * Kids who are the most afraid of trying new foods are also reluctant to try new experiences. […]
Positive Parenting – Cooperation Techniques
Sorry for the delay in posting the latest and greatest on my positive parenting class. Sick kiddos, hectic holidays, and work commitments have kept these ideas in Microsoft Word for a couple of weeks. When I last left off I was anxiously awaiting the 22 cooperation techniques to get me through the day. These are […]
Tips for Taking Care of a Sick Baby
By: Alison Rhodes, also known as The Safety Mom There is nothing more stressful or scary for a mom than a sick baby. And now that the older kids are back in school, colds and viruses are bound to be coming home. So, how do you keep the germs away from not only your baby but […]
This is How to Avoid Overstimulating Your Baby
by Dr. Sarah Klagsbrun, Child Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor, and mother of three Can I be overstimulating my baby? Does my baby need alone time? Many new parents wonder if it’s possible to play with a baby too much. The answer is yes. TIP#1: Babies need quiet time just like adults do! TIP #2: Look for signs […]
Capturing and Preserving Your Baby’s First Year
By Nicole Braun Carrasco The first year is full of, well… firsts! Follow these tips so your family will cherish these once in a lifetime moments forever. Be Camera Ready This means always having a camera handy that has a charged battery and memory card with a good amount of space in addition to your […]
Healthy, Easy, On-The-Go Toddler Snacks
THIS RAFFLE HAS ENDED & A WINNER HAS BEEN SELECTED. Welcome to the first babybites raffle on our new website! The winner of this raffle will receive a brand new Mutsy stroller! All you need to do is answer the question to be entered into the raffle. The winner will be announced on August 24th…so please […]
Why Do Some Kids Wake Up So Early? What to Do If Your Kid Is an Early Riser
Why do some kids get up super early? If your child has always been an early riser but overall sleeps well and is well rested then I’m sorry to say you just have one of those children. As a parent all you really can do is try to establish a “reasonable” wake time as a […]