You and your baby are “talking” to each other even though he doesn’t say words yet. You are doing what comes naturally. You are using body language as well as words. Body language includes what you do with your face, the tone of the sounds and words you make, singing, eye contact and body movements. You can show love for your baby by hugging him and … [Read more...] about Talk to Your Baby with Body Language
Archives for November 2007
Selecting the Right Air Cleaner for Your Baby’s Nursery
Ideally, the air in your baby's nursery should be as free of pollutants as possible. This is because babies are more sensitive than adults are, to breathing problems and respiratory infections. One way of ensuring that there is clean, fresh air in your baby's nursery is to install an air cleaner. An air cleaner is used to purify air in a room by removing allergens such as dust … [Read more...] about Selecting the Right Air Cleaner for Your Baby’s Nursery
How to Choose the Right Humidifier for Your Baby
A humidifier may be an essential accessory for your baby's nursery, especially in winter. This is because dry air often causes babies to develop breathing problems, swollen sinuses, and respiratory infections. Humidifiers also protect your baby from allergies and drying of the skin, both of which are common in winter. Humidifiers are generally of two types: warm mist … [Read more...] about How to Choose the Right Humidifier for Your Baby
Support for the Single Parent
Where can a single parent turn for help? Start with your family. Your parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters, and aunts and uncles may be able to help you. Local churches, synagogues and mosques also may be able to help. Ask them about special groups for single parents. If you attend school, talk to your school counselor. He or she may be able to help you find resources … [Read more...] about Support for the Single Parent
Single Teen Parents
The teen years are a special time in your life. Being a new parent is also special. Both come with their own joys and problems. Being a single teen parent is not easy. In order to give your baby the best, you need a lot of love and support. Many school districts have special programs to help teen parents. Some have programs for pregnant teens and teen mothers that include … [Read more...] about Single Teen Parents