Oww! A scraped knee, a bad bruise, bug bite, splinter or other minor injury can send a child into hysterics. But moms can take quick action to stem the tears and reduce scarring by taking the right measures fast. For the inevitable cuts and scrapes, hold a clean cloth or…
“I don’t like it!” may be a common sentiment expressed at the dinner table when you eat with a toddler, but getting a little one to eat doesn’t have to be an epic battle. First, try to get to the bottom of why she is refusing food. From when they…
Living with your husband or partner might seem like you have another child in the house. You nag about dirty laundry left all over, his unkempt appearance and his shoddy parenting skills. It sounds like a sitcom, but many women are not laughing. In fact, a survey done by Parenting…
The first thing your pediatrician will do, starting with your very first well-baby visit, is measure your child’s height and weight, plus his head circumference through infancy. It’s to ensure that he’s being nourished enough to thrive and grow, plus to check for developmental delays or other health problems. Your…
Revamping your child’s wardrobe can be a costly endeavor, especially if you don’t have hand-me-downs to fall back on. If you’re in the market for new kiddie clothes, there are some simple money-saving strategies that will save you a buck… or $20. For starters, exhaust all of the serious saving…
Virginia, there really is a Santa Claus — or is there? It’s the question that no parents want to address, especially when it’s coming from an inquisitive little one. Like the birds and the bees conversation, this is likely one of those conversations you want to be prepared for well…