Ahhh, The Epic Toddler Tantrum. It is a masterful thing. Number one, remember that it is not about you. Your child might be mad at you, but the child’s explosion is about him and his feelings, and you do not have to own those feelings as well. He is not in pain, he is PISSED. Let him be mad, you do not have to be as well.
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What Every New Mother Needs: A Recovery Plan
While I understand the desire to minimize hospital based interventions, I promise that most of what happens on labor and delivery is uncertain at best, and trying to control the delivery process can only disappoint. But, the good news is, after the delivery of your infant there are some things you can plan. I would consider everything you need for yourself and infant.
Pregnancy Diet & Nutrition: 5 Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy
When you’re pregnant, you should be paying special attention to your nutritional needs. You and your baby need more nutrients than you did before pregnancy. Here are some guidelines for the kinds of foods you should be eating, and their nutritional benefits. Eat Spinach During pregnancy it is so important to get enough Folate (or in […]
Should White Noise Be Used to Make Infants Sleep?
As a mom of three, I have experienced the miracles of white noise firsthand. One particular 3:00 a.m. crying episode from my first baby ended abruptly once I revved up my hair dryer. As a pediatric sleep specialist, I recommend white noise for all sleep periods for the following four reasons: Why does white noise […]
4 Common Problems Your Child Can Have at Birth
Health conditions that affect newborns can be common, and many are easily treatable. Here are some very common birth conditions that can be treated pretty easily.
This Is When and How to Discipline a Toddler
The transition from infant to toddler is marked by an increase in physical mobility as well as a surge in independence-seeking behaviors. It’s no wonder that parents of toddlers start to have questions about discipline when dealing with these challenges. Teach, Don’t Punish Maintaining a secure attachment relationship with your toddler is vital to successfully […]
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Interview with Tessa Wayne of GLAM
Dr. Gramma Karen brings in the New Year with an awesome interview about GLAM – a platform to help young girls learn advanced math! Join Karen in learning more about GLAM from its founder, high school sophomore Tessa Wayne.
When to Stop Swaddling a Baby
Many newborn and young infants love being swaddled because it makes them feel safe and secure. However, by the time infants are three or four months, they should not be swaddled as they need to be able to move around freely – especially while they are sleeping or napping.