Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Social-emotional development of a toddler is a gradual and integrative process. It refers to the process of inculcating self-awareness, social skills, and self-control to maintain healthy relationships (1). Through this process, a toddler learns how to express, experience, understand, and manage emotions. And it enables them to build meaningful and
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Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Sushi is a delicious staple rice dish of Japanese cuisine. This famous and traditional dish is served cold and consists of cooked rice, flavored with delectable seasonings, and various vegetables with egg or raw seafood. The various ingredients make it nutritious. However, there is a concern about eating sushi when
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Twinkle twinkle little stars, Johnny Johnny, yes papa! Feels nostalgic, isn’t it? Children are easily drawn to songs and rhymes that have catchy beats. Preschool nursery rhymes allow children to explore languages, alphabet and numerals in a fun way, which stays in their memory forever. The learning process automatically becomes
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE The baby’s skin is soft and sensitive. Appropriate moisturizing, protection from the sun, and regular cleaning can keep the baby’s skin free of germs, dryness, and rash. Most parents consider moisturizing the baby’s skin to protect the skin. However, the baby lotion is essential during dry seasons to keep the
Image: Shutterstock The development of speech in toddlers is considered one of the major milestones of cognitive abilities (1). However, it might sometimes be difficult for some toddlers to start comprehending their feelings into thoughts. Therefore, speech therapists recommend using a speech therapy app for toddlers to help improve their communication skills and encourage them
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE When it comes to drinking cold milk, there may be a few things to take into consideration. First, storing the milk in the refrigerator will keep it fresh, and if your baby prefers cold milk, you may offer it. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, you can
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Is your little one doodling all over the walls of your house? Fret not! It’s time to introduce painting to them. It is a playful sensory experience and a creative activity for toddlers. It fills them with imaginative ideas and the use of various colors can get them happy and
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE A fun circle time activity promotes positive relationships and helps children develop stronger bonds with their peers. These activities are a creative way to keep preschoolers engaged, and each child can get the opportunity to feel equally involved as it is a platform that encourages positive interaction. Circle time fosters
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Summers are all about fun and frolic. Isn’t it? Camping, outdoor activities, ice creams, and several interesting activities can keep your munchkin engaged and entertained. However, summer times may get busy for parents, and with children at home, you may find it challenging to organize any activity. This post puts together a list
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE White curd in baby poop is not an immediate cause of concern. Since breastfed babies are on a milk diet, sometimes, the fat globules of the breast milk may not be properly digested and may be expelled along with the poop. Formula-fed babies also experience the same. However, if your
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Teen pregnancy poses health risks for teen mothers and their babies and adversely impacts their families and society. In the US, 10% of females between the ages 15 and 19 conceive every year. These pregnancies are mostly unplanned and occur outside marriage. However, since 1991, the teen pregnancy rate has
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Is your child excited about painting some eggs on Easter? While they have lots of fun on Easter, it is also the time to educate kids about the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, with worship songs and Easter songs for children. Music can add a pleasant and joyous feel to your
Image: Shutterstock All-about-me activities are a fun way for children to explore different aspects of themselves. It helps in drawing attention towards their personality, interests, and abilities. For example, they may notice the lines on their palm or the shape of their feet as part of these activities. All-about-me activities for preschoolers help them realize
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE A pack and play or pack n play is a combination of a play yard with bumper pads that can be used for solitary play and a bassinet. It is called a ‘pack and play’ because it can be folded and packed into a compact size and carried while traveling/moving
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE A personality disorder is a condition where a person’s behavioral, thought, and emotional patterns are rigid and dysfunctional, making it difficult to deal with people and situations. Teenagers with this disorder may face difficulties taking up responsibilities and developing healthy relationships, making them feel lonely and separated. Personality disorders mostly
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE High blood pressure is a condition in which blood pressure against the arterial walls is high (1). Due to the increasing prevalence of obesity and lack of physical activities, this condition is considered a growing health problem in children and adolescents as it directly increases the risk of developing heart
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Graves’ disease (GD) is a thyroid disorder and accounts for 10-15% of thyroid disorders in children and teens (1). It is a chronic autoimmune disease where problems with the body’s immune system lead to the condition. Graves’ disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism in children. Children with Graves’
When my firstborn was six months old, and my maternity leave was only half over, I went back to work—not because I wanted to, but because my career as an elementary school teacher was on the line. I had spent three years chasing teaching’s golden trophy, a permanent contract, and if I didn’t get back
‘Tis the season for giving and receiving. But isn’t it nice when you can find a holiday gift that does a little something extra? From providing meals to supporting girls in developing countries, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite gifts that give back this holiday season. 1. Hand Knit Dolls Photo: Cuddle+Kind Each doll
Just about every expectant mom has some worries about what’s to come. What will labour be like? How do I install a car seat? What’s a swaddle? Can I actually do this? The list of things to stress about is endless. So you’d think it would be smooth sailing once you’ve had one child and
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