Night terrors strike more than one-third of children in the United States, according to the Washington, D.C.-based National Sleep Foundation. The disorder is particularly common in boys and usually occurs between the ages of 3 and 7, says Dr. John Tedeschi, chairman of Virtua Health West Jersey’s pediatric department. For most children – and worried parents – the … [Read more...] about Scared in sleep – a short background
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Scared in sleep – a short background
Night terrors strike more than one-third of children in the United States, according to the Washington, D.C.-based National Sleep Foundation. The disorder is particularly common in boys and usually occurs between the ages of 3 and 7, says Dr. John Tedeschi, chairman of Virtua Health West Jersey’s pediatric department. For most children – and … [Read more...] about Scared in sleep – a short background
More Cool Dip recipes for Dads
Crazy for Carrots Dip 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced thin 1 tablespoon orange juice 2 teaspoons olive oil Dash of chili powder, optional Dash of ground cumin, optional Place all ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and cook on high for 10 to 13 minutes or until carrots are very tender. Pour mixture into a blender and … [Read more...] about More Cool Dip recipes for Dads
Cool Dip recipes for Dads
Here are some really cool recipes that will get your toddlers' mouths watering: Little Trees and Dip 3/4 cup cottage cheese 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1 bunch broccoli, cut into small florets Combine the cottage cheese, yogurt and parsley together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate. Serve with the broccoli florets (trees) … [Read more...] about Cool Dip recipes for Dads
Some safety tips for feeding your toddlers
Always remember to be careful when serving toddler foods that could be a choking risk. Be sure that crunchy fruits and vegetables are cooked and soft and that pieces are cut small enough not to pose a choking hazard. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) considers these foods to be dangerous for children younger than 3: Nuts Hard candy Grapes Hot dogs … [Read more...] about Some safety tips for feeding your toddlers