From an adult's perspective, your home might seem like the perfect example of cleanliness, order and safety, but things change a bit once you factor in the unwavering curiosity of a wandering child. Even the most unthreatening domestic features can become potential death traps if you don't take the appropriate precautions. Here are some babyproofing tips for making your … [Read more...] about Home baby-proofing – why it’s necessary to prevent a disaster
Archives for June 2012
How to possibly quiet a crying baby – without losing your mind
If you've ever been pushed to the brink of insanity by your little one's incessant crying, you're not alone. Many parents have struggled to find ways to calm a bawling baby, and pediatrician Dr. Harvey Karp believes he has found the solution. His book, The Happiest Baby on the Block, outlines the "5 S's System" to deal with a "colic" baby - a … [Read more...] about How to possibly quiet a crying baby – without losing your mind
Summer projects
My kids are now 8 and 12. Their summer interests are as varied as they are. They mostly want to spend the summer enjoying a break from the modern pressures of school and harried carpool structure. But like many or most of us, with the summer spread out before them, they have big dreams for what can be accomplished in the next three months. My son wants to build as many Legos as … [Read more...] about Summer projects
Movie Review: Brave
Rated: PGRunning Time: 1 hour, 33 minutesRelease Date: June 22, 2012Child-friendly? Pixar has been delivering quality animated family films for nearly two decades, and Brave is no exception. It's blend of great storytelling, compelling characters, strong morals, adventure and humor makes this latest effort enjoyable for kids of all ages.Let's face it - the second … [Read more...] about Movie Review: Brave
Your kids and the bogeyman – are you horrible if you don’t make a fuss?
While it can seem like a bit of a cliche, many kids are genuinely afraid that there are horrible monsters waiting to pounce from under the bed or the closet once the lights go out. If your little ones have particularly active imaginations, these nightly terrors can prevent them from getting the good night's sleep they need to grow. It may be a chore, but helping them quell … [Read more...] about Your kids and the bogeyman – are you horrible if you don’t make a fuss?