Second, decide how much time and money you want to invest. If there is a suitable destination close to you, you won’t have the time and expense required to travel long distances. If not, how much time and expense are you willing to invest? Third, do some research to determine if the destination you have selected supports “formal” field trips. In public places, such as parks and museums, this isn’t hard to find out....

Most of the products in short supply are liquid forms, which is what is typically used for children. If you’re seeing the news of the nationwide shortage, you may be feeling concerned about what medications are available should your kid come home from daycare or school sick. What is Amoxicillin Used For? Amoxicillin is the go-to for so many pediatricians. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lists amoxicillin as the first medication for infections in children....

Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory disease that produces, among other symptoms, a distinct cough. The name comes from the “whooping” sound infected people often make when they gasp for air after a fit of coughing. “Whooping cough is an infection of the vocal cords,” Alan Lindemann, MD, an OB/GYN, explained. “They swell and don’t leave much room for air to go through. And it’s a bigger problem for children because they have a smaller larynx....

Although current health advice assumes moderate caffeine consumption during pregnancy is safe, the author of the recent meta-analysis found the evidence compelling enough to conclude that pregnant women and women contemplating pregnancy should avoid caffeine altogether. Heightened Risks For the analysis, Jack James, PhD, a professor of psychology at Reykjavik University in Iceland, looked at 48 studies focused on maternal caffeine consumption in the past two decades. He found that 32 of them suggested caffeine-related increased risk in four main categories:...

Before you prepare your baby’s bottle, make sure you have the right premade formula for your child. Infants require infant formula, not toddler versions. Also check the type of formula, which comes in ready-to-feed, concentrated, and powdered varieties. Once you have determined that you have the right formula and the right supplies, it is time to prepare the baby bottle. Adding more would dilute it, making it less nutrient dense....

Active, exercising women already have lowered their risk of cardiovascular disease, as exercise affords the best heart protection. The recommendation by the American Heart Association is 30 minutes of moderate to intense physical activity 5 days a week. Aerobic exercise, which raises heart rate and uses up oxygen, improves cholesterol levels and maintains the peak functioning efficiency of heart and blood vessels. It also trains the cells to carry oxygen more efficiently and improves the rate of oxygen uptake in breathing....

Effort: Easy - some sewing required Materials: Brown or white sweatsuit Brown or white fabric (opposite color of sweatsuit, to make spots) Brown and white face paint Elastic bands and hairspray for ponytails (or puppy ears made out of fabric or store-bought) Large cardboard box Brown or white fabric Needle and thread Scissors Elastic for straps Stapler Instructions: Cut “spots” out of the fabric and stitch them to the sweatsuit If your child has long hair, tease it and put it into high pigtails that hide ears....

When interviewing the staff at a potential school, write out your questions beforehand and bring a pen, paper, and your powers of observation to help you make the most of the visit. It’s better if your child doesn’t accompany you so that you can focus, but if you can’t get a sitter or if the school encourages it, by all means, have your little one come. Here are questions to ask to determine if a preschool is a good fit for your child....

Effort: Easy - no sewing required Materials: Black mask Black feathers Black construction paper (1 piece) Black feather boa Black ribbon (1 to 2 feet) Purple and blue puff fabric paint Glue gun Safety pins 1 yard black netting Black pants and sweat shirt Instructions: Glue the black feathers around the edge of the mask. Cut a triangle out of the construction paper and fold it to form a beak....

Book Cassette tape recorder Children should be encouraged to read aloud. They also like to listen while someone else reads to them. In order for oral reading to be a comfortable experience, it should be practiced before it is performed.

Modern plumbing fixtures are surprisingly easy to work with, although you’ll have to find the right connectors to mate them to the pipes under your sink. Look for knowledgeable folks at the store, and recognize that return trips to the store come with the territory of plumbing. Sink projects can take several forms: In the following, we will install a sink and fixture in a partly finished tile countertop. Please make sure you understand how to replace the countertop before beginning....

Some experts suspect that teens today are delaying or reducing their sexual activity. Others believe that teens are becoming more educated about birth control methods and being more proactive about preventing pregnancy. That said, teen pregnancy does still happen. Although most parents would like to think their teen would never have unprotected sex, teen pregnancy can happen ​in any family. However, there are certain risk factors that make some teens more likely to become pregnant....

Robert has been one of the most common names used for boys in Europe since the 13th century. It is also a common last name in many cultures. The nicknames Rob and Robby are more commonly used by people who are named Robert. How Popular Is the Name Robert? Between 1924 and 1939, Robert was the most popular name for boys in the United States. It hasn’t achieved such peak popularity since then, but it still remains a very common name in the United States....

These two back-to-school occasions serve different purposes for both parents and administration. Each school event has its own purpose as well, so it’s worth talking a little bit about what the aims of the open house and the parent-teacher conferences are. Before you walk down those locker-laden hallways, know why you’re there and you’ll get the most out of the event. The School Open House For parents with fond memories of high-school romances, open house night can be a nostalgic evening....

Clean, empty 16-ounce soda bottle with cap Colored rice or pasta Glue gun or quick-bonding glue Directions