Play tents can be a first step into gaining independence, says Elanna Yalow, Ph.D., chief academic officer at KinderCare. “It is great for kids to have a special space that they feel is just for them, whether they use it to organize their stuffed animals in their own way or to hold secret office meetings with their friends. It provides a great base for their unstructured play,” she tells Verywell Family....
Does anything scream summertime like sprinklers? Whether or not you have a swimming pool at home, sprinklers are a fun way to cool the kids off on hot summer days and keep them occupied outdoors as the weather heats up. More:The Best Water Toys for Kids This Summer Our Top Picks Best Major Splurge: Giant Inflatable Water SlideBest Educational Pick: SplashEZ 3-In-1 Sprinkler Splash PadBest Easy Attachment: Melissa & Doug Sunny Patch Pretty Petals SprinklerBest Interactive Fun: Kidoozie Crazy Caterpillar SprinklerBest Inflatable Sprinkler: BigMouth Giant Giraffe SprinklerBest Trampoline Sprinkler: ARTBECK Trampoline SprinklerBest For Toddlers: Kids Sprinkler Fire Hydrant...
Safety is of the utmost importance when selecting a crib for your baby. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the bars of your baby’s crib should be 2 3/8 inches apart to avoid the possibility of injury. While dropside cribs have been banned and taken off the market as per the Consumer Product Safety Commission in 2011, this crib style may still be circulating via secondhand sellers and should be avoided due to the suffocation and strangulation hazard....
“Choosing a natural fiber such as cotton and something with a little color can always help brighten the mood," Jennifer Lombardi, a certified postpartum doula, tells Verywell Family. “Make sure that it’s designed to be functional during your hospital stay. Most labor and delivery gowns are now made specifically for functions like [an] epidural, baby monitoring, IV with snaps in the front and back, and open access to your arms....
The type of diaper bag you want to use may depend on your lifestyle. Pick something that is comfortable and easy to bring along, whether attached to your stroller, on your back, or over the shoulder. We carefully considered design, capacity, material, ease of cleaning, style, and any additional features when reviewing products. Here are the best diaper bags to tote around all of your baby’s essentials. The Skip Hop Forma Diaper Backpack is our top pick because it’s lightweight, stylish, and versatile, making it a top choice for parents on the go....
Turning sixteen is a special birthday for a girl. Your 16th birthday marks the time when many teens learn to drive and get their first job. It means having more freedom and independence as they approach adulthood. Since your daughter’s Sweet 16 is such a momentous occasion, coming up with the perfect sweet 16 gift ideas can be a daunting task. Sweet 16 gifts should reflect the magnitude of this special milestone yet also touch upon the fun energy and style of this entrance into young adulthood....
Whether your wife is a first time mom or has done this before, pregnancy can be an equally wonderful and challenging time. While the focus is almost always on the baby, your wife is in the background doing the hard work trying to keep herself healthy, rested and strong throughout her pregnancy. From gifting at a baby shower, for a holiday, or just because, your wife is sure to smile and feel the appreciation with a little something just for her....
The goal of Chess is to maneuver your pieces in an effort to remove your opponent’s pieces and ultimately capture his or her King. That might sound easy enough, but don’t forget your opponent has the same goal in mind, so while you’re strategizing your win, you also have to strategize your defense. There are some hard and fast rules in Chess, but there is also an art to achieving the ultimate goal of “checkmate” (winning the game)....
“The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is a great way to buy kids’ products like clothes and toys,” parenting and lifestyle blogger Yana Sukhobokova says. From July 15, 12:01 a.m. ET, to July 31, 2:59 a.m. ET, you can shop products on sale, including high-quality finds for the whole family. What is the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale? The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale celebrates the anniversary of the retailer’s first store opening in 1901. People can shop the event both in stores and online, with markdowns in a wide range of categories....
Where does snow come from? As a child, my grandmother used to tell me that snowflakes were pieces of clouds shaken loose when the angels danced with God. Her explanation was at least partly correct. Snow crystals are born in the clouds when water vapor freezes on a particle of dust, a floating bit of bacteria, or another solid material. When cloud temperatures are at the freezing point or below, and there is an ample supply of moisture in the air, ice crystals form around a core particle....
You don’t have to breastfeed in any particular position. You can breastfeed lying down, sitting up, or even standing. If you like a position that you have never seen or heard of before, that’s OK. As long as you and your baby are comfortable, and your baby can latch on and breastfeed well, you can nurse in any position that you choose. The 5 most common breastfeeding positions are: By using different holds, you will allow your baby to more effectively drain the different areas of your breasts....
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More: 75 Modern Names for Babies Maybe you would prefer to look at unique middle names or popular middle names as a start. No matter which is most important to you and even if you don’t know where to begin, this middle name ultimate resource guide will help you get started! What Is The Point of a Middle Name? There are many reasons to choose a middle name when browsing baby names....
More: 8 Calming Phrases to Say to Your Child Having a Meltdown Identifying Feelings and Emotional Intelligence Many experts agree that learning to identify and name feelings early on leads to more emotionally intelligent and resilient adults with a stronger sense of well-being. Though this sounds simple enough, in reality many of us struggle with this even as adults. For one reason or another, many of us have been taught to stuff down and ignore our feelings or feel self-conscious about them....
Don’t Rush to Move From Crib to Bed If your toddler seems perfectly content with the crib and there have been no escape attempts, it’s to everyone’s advantage to maintain the status quo. Your toddler will be in a safe, comfortable sleep environment, and there are no developmental issues with waiting to make this transition. You can safely wait until your child shows signs like trying to climb out of the crib....
Scope out the situation and research your options. Let’s assume you’re trying to change a school policy or rule – do any other schools have a similar rule that is working? Is change possible? Find out who’s in charge. Who are the decision-makers you’ll need to convince? Asking the principal to change a school board policy isn’t usually going to produce the results you’re looking for. You need to present your case to those who have the power to put your ideas into action....
Although there are many leathercrafter’s stores, one I recommend is The Leather Factory of Fort Worth, Texas, which has outlets throughout the country. They provide a vast variety of uniform, quality products, including different grades of leather, at reasonable prices. Call 1-800-433-3201 for the toll-free number of their store nearest to you. I will be referring to different tools and related products throughout this chapter. For ease of identification, whenever I mention a tool I will include The Leather Factory part number with each item....
Effort: Easy - some sewing required Materials: Big poofy dress (from Goodwill) Toothbrushes Dental floss packs Gum for a tooth necklace (Eclipse or Dentyne Ice) Poster board for wings and wand Dowel Elastic or string Foil Body glitter and glitter hair spray Needle and thread Hot glue gun Bag of Gold Coins (optional) Tiara or headband (optional) Instructions: Sew the toothbrushes and dental floss packs to the dress. To make the necklace, thread the gum onto a piece of thick string and tie a knot....
