If you haven't heard of The Dangerous Book for Boys , you have likely been on a long vacation. It's gotten a lot of press, due mainly I think to it's provocative title. It's a nice big book in a dangerous red color and it's the type of thing guys like to read, often while taking a break in the bathroom. The book is a compendium of random guy subjects like "essential gear," "how … [Read more...] about I don’t think it’s very dangerous, but it’s a great title…
Archives for September 2007
Is cow’s milk safe for your baby?
Your baby is growing fast, and you may be wondering what food best serves the infant's nutritional requirements. While almost all experts believe human breast milk to be the best food for infants, there is disagreement among them regarding the use of cow's milk or goat's milk. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends not feeding cow's milk to children under the age of … [Read more...] about Is cow’s milk safe for your baby?
Starting School: The First Few Weeks
Some children take to preschool like a fish to water without as much as a wave goodbye to parents. Most others take a lot longer, some up to a month. This time can be very, very trying for parents. Here are some tips to help you navigate the first month if your child continues to seem to have difficulty and to assess your concern that you've chosen the right school. Persevere. … [Read more...] about Starting School: The First Few Weeks
Starting School: The First Day
If you have done the pre-work in helping your child imagine what a day in the life at the new preschool will be, the first day should be much easier. The key on this day is to be as relaxed and as positive as you can be. Your child will be keying his emotions off of yours. Leave yourself lots of time to get ready and to get to school. Be sure to build in an extra "toddler" … [Read more...] about Starting School: The First Day
Starting School: Preparing for the Big Day
Your preschooler is entering the first and biggest transition in his/her little life. Preschools across the country handle the separation of children from their parents in myriad ways. Regardless of your school's particular approach, there are very concrete, helpful things you can do as parents with your little one to make this transition an easier one. It is important to start … [Read more...] about Starting School: Preparing for the Big Day