Watch the television news together on occasion. Let the events on the news become a basis for conversation. You might also watch documentaries about historical figures with your child; biography is a good basis for helping children learn about history. As your child learns more about the calendar, you might ask, “What are the days of the week? The months of the year?” Look at photographs together. Family pictures showing you and your child at different ages are a good choice....

Effort: Easy - some sewing required Materials: White, sheer material White cardboard for shoulders Leaves or crunched up brown paper bags Hat Twine Construction paper Poster board (optional) Headband (optional) Instructions: Sew a tube out of the sheer material, and fold up on both ends to create a pocket on either side. Fill both pockets with the leaves or brown paper bags. Cut a whole in the middle for your child’s head....

First aid kit: First aid information, bandages, gauze squares, adhesive tape, thermometer, ice pack, hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol, syrup of ipecac, activated charcoal, scissors, soap, tweezers, cotton balls, calamine lotion, disposable gloves, paper cups, matches. There is much to learn about first aid. Why not start by getting a first aid kit together for your family? Listed above are some basic supplies. There are first aid courses for kids. Call your community center, local hospital, or school to find out where they are....

How is your child special? She’s two years old. She has a particular hair color, eye color, and skin color. Her ancestors have a specific cultural heritage. (Sharing stories of people—family members, historical figures, or contemporary role models—from your ethnic group of whom you feel proud can also build an appreciation of your child’s cultural heritage.) Your toddler also has a distinctive name, which may reflect some family history or cultural background....

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“Gone are the days of hiding your bump, and now is the time to show it off!” Stitch Fix stylist Nicole Scudder tells Verywell Family. “There is no right or wrong time to start buying maternity clothes. If you are excited to add some maternity pieces to your closet, go for it.” With that in mind, we looked at all the online retailers of maternity clothing and evaluated their variety of fashionable products, size inclusivity, price range, return policies, and shipping rates to come up with this list....

According to Marni Brand, LCSW, dolls provide an opportunity for all kids to develop important nurturing skills. “Don’t leave out the boys! They will benefit just as much from fostering empathy and nurturing through role-playing and social skill-building with dolls,” she says. The nice thing about dolls is there is such a wide range on the market. That means you can surely find the right doll for your budget, child’s age, and interest....

Shopping for 1-year-olds can be a challenge since you’ll need to find a toy or item that’s safe, age-appropriate, and, most importantly, something they’ll really use and enjoy. Other important features to look for include durability and ease of cleaning. We researched the top options from trusted brands with these features in mind. Here are our picks for the best gifts for 1-year-olds. Price at time of publication: $57 Price at time of publication: $40 Price at time of publication: $330 Price at time of publication: $10 Price at time of publication: $11 Price at time of publication: $50 Price at time of publication: $27 Price at time of publication: $179 Price at time of publication: $15 The mat, which comes in several color options, sticks to the table to keep the bowl in place, and then, once the snack or meal is over, the mat just peels off and can be tossed in the dishwasher or wiped down with some soapy water....

No matter if you’re buying a booster seat, clip-on chair, or standing chair, safety should always be of the utmost importance. Select a seat that has a three- or five-point harness, can be locked or secured in place, a crotch post so your baby can’t slide through, and no pinchable or foldable parts that can snag a baby’s finger or chubby rolls. Other features to look for include ease of cleaning and durability, so you know it will last through any mess or accident....

When choosing for educational toys, look for products that match your child’s developmental stage and skill level. Toys that are too challenging may be discouraging. Consider options that can be played both alone or with friends and family so your child will use the toy more frequently. When reviewing toys for learning letters and numbers, we considered age-appropriateness, educational value, entertainment value, and learning concepts. We also looked for a mix of structured games and toys that provide opportunities for open-ended play while learning letters and numbers....

Reclined Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana) This pose from Do You Yoga increases blood circulation in the lower abdomen, stretches the groin, and increases external rotation in the hips and is excellent for calming the mind. Modify this posture for pregnancy by placing a few pillows under your back and head to create an incline (so you are not flat on your back), and a block between feet to broaden your pelvis....

Parenting attitudes have moved farther from traditional punishments, like spanking, grounding, harsh words, and taking away toys/electronics, and more toward positive discipline strategies where parents try to teach kids lessons and treat misbehavior as educational opportunities. While physical punishment was more common in the past, child development experts now know that corporal punishment can have negative consequences on a child’s behavior and well-being. Instead, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends positive discipline strategies that effectively teach children to manage their behavior and keep them from harm, while promoting healthy development....

Starting in 1991, NICHD researchers tracked more than 1,350 children from birth through various childcare settings (at home with a parent, relative or nanny, or at day care) to elementary school. It found that children who spent time in “high quality” day care centers as youngsters had better vocabulary by the fifth grade than those who hadn’t. But the study also found that day care charges had more behavior problems, even accounting for the child’s gender, family income, and quality of the daycare center....

Musical: sensitivity to pitch, melody, rhythm, and tone. Bodily/Kinesthetic: ability to use the body and to handle objects skillfully. Spatial: ability to perceive the world accurately and to re-create or transform aspects of that world. Interpersonal: ability to understand people and relationships. Intrapersonal: ability to assess one’s emotional life as a means to understanding oneself and others. Naturalist: the aptitude for observing nature and discerning patterns and trends. The naturalist enjoys collecting and cataloguing natural material....

In 2017, the birth rate for women aged 15 to 19 years was 18.8 per 1,000 women. This is a record low and a drop of 7% since 2016. This is a very positive sign. Complications of Teen Pregnancy Teenagers and their babies face additional health risks during pregnancy (part of the reason that teen pregnancy may be discouraged). Lack of Prenatal Care Many teen mothers do not get prenatal care until late in their pregnancy....

There are a number of reasons why the changes a woman experiences during pregnancy can affect her physical and emotional state, and by extension, her libido. Low Libido in the First Trimester Pregnancy triggers significant hormonal changes in preparation for the birth of your baby. These same changes can elicit feelings of happiness and optimism one day and plunge you into a vortex of anger or despair the next. While these fluctuations are perfectly normal, they can leave you feeling drained and exhausted....

The research on school uniforms is often mixed. While some schools have found uniforms to be beneficial, other research has found that they have little effect. Some studies have even reached the conclusion that requiring school uniforms can be harmful for students. Let’s take a closer look at some of the potential benefits, as well as the challenges, of requiring students to wear uniforms. Student Safety Some people think that school uniforms can help make schools safer for kids....

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Your baby is born with poor vision, and they actually have to learn how to focus and coordinate the movement of their eyes. Just like being able to use their hands, communicate with words, or walk, your baby needs to experiment with using their eyes to fully develop their vision. During their first three months of life, you can provide opportunities for your baby to practice the skills needed to master visual tracking....