Archive for September, 2009:

Common Sexual Intercourse Worries During Pregnancy

Written on September 25th, 2009 by mattno comments

Hurting the baby. Some couples are afraid to engage in sex believing that the baby inside might get hurt and passage might get infected. Intercourse does not infect, harm nor crush the baby because it is protected by a closed cervix. There is also amniotic fluid that helps (more…)

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Good Oral Hygiene, Smart Parenting Tips for Your Toddlers

Written on September 21st, 2009 by mattno comments

If the lateral incisors of your child have not yet emerged after 10 months, rest assured that they will be visible at 16 months. These will be followed by the first molars at 14 to 18 months and by the canines at 17 to 23 months. By age three all of your child’s teeth will have emerged, and by five his milk teeth will start giving way to his permanent teeth. As mentioned on my previous article, milk teeth are (more…)

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Is It Safe to Have Sex During Pregnancy?

Written on September 20th, 2009 by mattno comments

Is sex allowed during pregnancy? Is sex safe during pregnancy? These are the most common questions asked by couples who are expecting a baby. The nine-month period seems very long to bear. Your husband will surely like the answer. Generally (more…)

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First Dental Visit of Your Child

Written on September 19th, 2009 by mattno comments

Your child’s deciduous teeth, also known as temporary teeth, primary teeth, milk teeth and baby teeth are very important to take care. Temporary teeth are the main foundation excellent permanent teeth. If “tooth lost” of these temporary occur at earlier time, there will be no more guide for the eruption of permanent teeth that will lead to “acute-angled corner” or abnormal tooth growth. 

To prevent (more…)

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Hygiene Tips for Toddlers

Written on September 18th, 2009 by mattno comments
  1. For older children (toddlers to three years old), teach them the value of hand washing. They have to be taught to wash hands before a meal, whether it is a simple snack or juice break.
  2. Always point out the dirty objects and tell them to (more…)
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Safety Tips for Your Child

Written on September 14th, 2009 by mattno comments

Keep your child away from the following objects:

  1. Sharp items like as knives, blades, cutter blades, construction tools, etc.
  2. Electrical outlets, your child at his instinct and curiosity may insert his fingers or metallic object like spoon into them. This may result in electrocution.
  3. Matches or lighters, anything that produces fire, this may burn him or burn you house.
  4. Medicines, always keep these out of reach of your child to prevent swallowing that may lead to choking or overdose.
  5. Poisonous chemicals, these are combustible and may harmful to the skin, eyes, lungs or may poison (more…)
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Home Remedies for Teething Babies

Written on September 12th, 2009 by mattno comments

During the first six months of your baby, you will notice white, hard stuff trying to push through the gum line of your baby, these are his teeth. Your baby may experience pain so you may want to assist him and relieve his irritation while teething. Here are some Smart Parenting Tips that will remedy his teething problem.

1. Massage firmly but gently or press your baby’s gum with a clean finger or a soft cloth.
2. Give something cold to suck or chew on. If he has started to eat solid foods, a frozen banana or ice cube may be soothing. Some babies like sucking on a moist flannel that has been frozen for a few hours. You can also buy (more…)

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Your Child’s Journey to Life

Written on September 12th, 2009 by mattno comments

As you welcome your child in this world, the child is also saying thanks for giving me a chance to live in this very beautiful world. Your are at your happiest moment during the time your child is born.

On your child’s journey to life, you have a great responsibility to your child’s growth and (more…)

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Smart Parenting Tips for You and Your Toddler

Written on September 10th, 2009 by mattno comments

Your toddler is the most lovable creation you will ever have in your home. You will be delighted by everything he does. You will spend most of your time with him on playtime, and you will have a lot of fun together as he grows up. However, dealing with toddler is not all fun, it requires a lot of task because you want to keep him comfortable and (more…)

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Help Your Child Grow Healthier

Written on September 10th, 2009 by mattno comments

Another Tip on Smart Parenting  is to help your child grow healthier. Parenthood is the most challenging experience of our life. Raising a child is really exhausting and demanding, on the other side, it is also very fulfilling. Being a mother changes your priorities, it will also make you consider important decisions. If you are working before, you may think whether you should go back to work or be a fulltime mother. Some would prefer to stay home (more…)

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