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Friday, 18 February 2011 10:36
Living with Children; 10-Month-Old Bangs Head on Crib
Question: Our first child, a 10-month-old boy, bangs his head on the headboard of his crib when we put him to bed. He doesn’t cry or exhibit any distress, but he pushes himself to his hands and knees and then begins rocking forward and backward, banging his head in the process. I’m very worried, although in all other respects, he acts normally. Is this something I should tell his doctor about? Can it be stopped, and if so, how?
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John Rosemond
Friday, 17 December 2010 13:05
Baby Proofing Stages: What You Need to Do and When You Should Do It
You know outlet covers, cabinet locks, and baby gates are the basics of baby proofing. But, it’s hard to know exactly when to start putting them, and other common baby proofing gadgets, to good use.
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Friday, 17 December 2010 13:03
Coping with PostPartum Depression
Having a baby is supposed to be one of the happiest times of your life, right? Yes, a new addition to the family is certainly a cause for celebration, but up to 80% of women also experience the baby blues after giving birth. It’s really no surprise that this happens, given that the arrival of a baby means less sleep, hormonal fluctuations, routine changes, and increased responsibilities for both moms and dads.
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Dr Polly Dunn
Friday, 17 December 2010 12:53
New Parents’ Guide
Helpful resources for you and your child.
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Friday, 17 December 2010 12:51
Welcoming Baby And Making it a Family Affair
A little girl tromped through the bushes of the hospital grounds. Her auntie led her by the hand to a window. There, standing on her tiptoes, she saw her daddy in the window, holding her new baby sister for her to see. Children were not allowed in the hospital unless they were patients. The year was 1975. The little girl was me. Thankfully, times have changed.
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Friday, 17 December 2010 12:49
The Blessing of a Baby Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank
When most people think of hard economic times, they think of being laid off, not being able to pay the bills, and maybe even moving to a smaller house. Some people go so far as to not have children when times are tough.
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Dave Ramsey
Friday, 17 December 2010 12:44
Kids Health; The Arrival of a Newborn
A new baby can come into a family in many ways. Regardless of how a family grows, the first few weeks are a time of transitions and emotions. Being prepared, as with many of life’s changes, can be extremely beneficial in reducing the stresses of the newborn or new child experience.
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