Baby and Infants (Newborn-12 Months)

By: Linda Cooper - www.thatsmyroom.com

For anyone who does not want to know if their child is a boy or a girl, how do you design a nursery for your new arrival. Some tips and ideas on how to create a gender-neutral nursery:

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By: Michlle Graham

Children are always up to mischief. And that's why it is important that your home is baby and child proof. Below is a list of rooms and how to make them safe for your child and/or baby.

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By: Susan Stelfox

Babies bond in a number of ways, mostly through touch and smell. Bonding (or attachment) is the sense of connection between parents and infants that forms the foundation of the parent-child relationship. Here are some ways to do it well. Holding, talking, singing, rocking, cuddling and other nurturing interactions between you and your baby are bonding experiences that strengthen the emotional connection between both of you. They also strengthen your infant’s learning connections.

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By: Jennifer Kirkpatrick - PipsqueakBoutique.com

Having a baby? Learn the top 10 baby essentials moms rated must haves for new parents.

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By: Roxanna Ward

So you've just squeezed a watermelon out of your belly button. No, not really. Although you may feel like you did only moments after giving birth. If you've never experienced it before, don't worry, the sheer bliss of meeting your child for the first time will greatly outweigh any pain you experience. Atleast once the pain killers kick in.

Soon after your child has arrived, he'll be carried away to be cleaned, weighed, poked and prodded. But it is very important...

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By: Tooth Fairy Tales - Wendy Goldband Schunick

Infants have a natural need to suckle. Even in the womb, we have seen the fetus sucking its fingers or thumb. Sucking is not only an instinct for survival, but a means for soothing stimulation and pleasure. Many child psychologists feel it is a good idea to allow your child to satisfy his or her need for oral gratification. The problem lies not with the sucking action itself, but...

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By: Elizabeth Pantley

In their efforts to encourage their baby to sleep better, one approach that many parents use is to put their baby to bed later in the evening. They think, "If he's "really tired" he'll sleep better, right?" Wrong! This often backfires because...

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By: Jorbins.com

Discusses the flame resistance and flamability of children's pajamas.

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By: Dave Burns

Learning Child CPR and baby CPR is a must if you are expecting a baby or already have children. This article presents information on how to do just that.

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By: Cherie Hammer

An article on how children bond with items of security such as a blanket or stuffed toy.

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By: Renee' Byrd - SmartAlec Enterprises

Recently my husband and I took our 2-1/2 year old son to the local playground to play. There were a couple of other boys there that were older between the ages of 5 and 7.

My son loves to play with other boys especially older ones, so when he went over and was talking to them, I kept a close eye and my heart swelled with pride - they were playing together! When the two boys had to leave to go home, my son followed and I was close behind them telling him...

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By: Saasha Plefka - Baby Sweet Cheeks

Read about some of the harmful effects of using baby products with perfumes and scents. Keep your baby safe.

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By: Saasha Plefka - Baby Sweet Cheeks

Mineral oil is found in many baby care items, such as lotions and soaps, which many have harmful effects, especially on infants.

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By: Baby Sweet Cheeks - Saasha Plefka

Learn about the art of infant massage and how it can benefit you and your baby.

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By: Kelly Smith - totsafe.com

Despite what many safety gate manufacturers might try to lead you to believe, there is no perfect gate for all situations. There are several factors to take into account when purchasing a safety gate:

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By: Jorbins.com Online Magazines - Baby

Read this baby magazine article before selecting furniture for your baby. Important baby furniture safety tips included that all parents should read before shopping for furniture for their baby's nursery.

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By: Elizabeth Pantley

Babies love new places! There's so much to investigate and new things to touch. But many people aren't too happy to have your little one crawling or toddling freely about the house exploring everything in sight. While you think its adorable that baby found the Tupperware, your host may not think it's cute that her tidy cabinet has been rearranged by sticky baby hands. If your host has a big heart she'll let you know that your baby's exploring is okay. But even then, you run the risk of your baby breaking or losing something.

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By: Kelly Smith, totsafe.com

We've all done it, you buy what you think looks like a great child safety product only to get it home and have it not fit where you wanted it to, or to have your child pull it right off. With all the electrical outlet safety devices out there, this can be a common concern among parents. The following is a guide to the outlet safety products available, to help you decide which are most appropriate for your home.

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By: Elizabeth Pantley

Change a diaper without the battle. These diaper changing tips help to change a battle into a bonding experience.

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By: Elizabeth Pantley

Car seat crying can be a distraction plus it makes travel unpleasant for everyone. Here are some tips on how to make traveling with a baby or child in a car seat more pleasant and fun for all.

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