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Image : iStock Preschool block activities are a source of rejuvenation and learning. There are many benefits of block play, such as developing motor skills in toddlers that allow them to learn and revise letters, shapes, and patterns through playtime (1) Head to the nearest craft stores and buy some unique block shapes that may

Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Bumbo seats are a type and brand of baby seats that let babies sit by themselves with support. Parents often prefer these to prop their baby in a seated position. The seat features a snug, carved-out seat with a backrest, armrest, and a stopper at the front that holds the

Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Children get two types of teeth, milk teeth or primary teeth and permanent teeth. Most infants get their first milk teeth at around six months, while some may not get them until they are one year old (1). The teething period lasts until the appearance of two year old molars,

Image: iStock Are you boarding a flight with your little one? As the plane takes off, children may amuse themselves by observing the sky, moving clouds, and exploring the front pockets (1). However, if it is a long-haul flight, they may get restless. Limited legroom, cramped spaces, and limited mobility make children fussy. It may

Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE There are compelling valid reasons, actually, a handful of them, for introducing cutting activities for preschool. It is necessary for their cognitive and physical development as it helps to condition their minds and muscles to take up other important tasks in the future with better efficiency. Why Is Cutting Important

Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Hiccups are the repeated contractions of the diaphragm (1). These contractions cause the vocal cords to shut, creating the characteristic ‘hic’ sound. Newborns get hiccups frequently, and it is usually not a cause for concern until your baby is a year old. However, if the hiccups seem odd or are

Image: iStock If you live where it snows, you are blessed to be experiencing the winter wonderland. Decorating the house with warm lights, collecting pinecones, and sipping on hot coffee, cuddling up in blankets give you such cozy vibes. Isn’t it? And if your little one is keen on stepping out, let them have fun

Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Taking your baby out for the first time is a special experience. But you need to ensure that your baby is safe and sound and away from possible hotspots of germs or infections. This is where strollers come into action. A baby stroller is an essential travel system for most

Image: Shutterstock Fall brings with itself a flurry of change. It is the time of crisp air, colorful leaves, and pumpkins. You are more likely to spend more time indoors than outdoors to prevent your toddler from catching a chill in the sharp wind. However, staying indoors comes with its unique advantages. You would rather

Image: iSock IN THIS ARTICLE Babies start experiencing gas a few days or weeks after birth. It usually resolves by itself at six to seven months but may last for longer. A common cause of gassiness in babies is air swallowed while feeding or crying. For breastfed babies, the mother’s diet may also cause gassiness

Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE The joy of finding something! It feels surreal when you find something that has been lost or missing. Isn’t it? With a scavenger hunt, you would feel the same. If you are looking for ways to get your child moving and engage in fun play, send them on a treasure

Image: Shutterstock Pumpkins are synonymous with the fall season and Halloween. While your child is excited to go trick or treating, there are also other fun ways to keep them busy and entertained. Pumpkin activities can range from simple painting to elaborate cutting and decorating them using accessories. If your little one is keen on

Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Problem-solving preschool activities are an essential part of learning, leading to the development of the most crucial skills for your child. Your child’s journey between realizing a problem and finding a solution involves efforts, thinking, and patience. What comes in between realization and solution is important to understand, as it

Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Fat is an important macronutrient in an infant’s diet. Aside from being the major energy source in breast milk, fats and their metabolites aid in a baby’s brain development and growth. But, the amount of fat in human breast milk varies throughout the day (1). This alternation of breast milk

It’s not too late! A sleep consultant shares four strategies she uses to help get families back on track after the time change. When you were 25, the “fall-back” time change meant an extra hour to stay out at night, or an extra hour to sleep in on a Sunday. Pure bliss. But when you

Whether they breastfeed or use formula, food insecure mothers are struggling to feed their babies. Jean, a 24-year-old mother of two, said: “People don’t think there’s hungry kids out there [in Canada].” She would like us to know “there definitely is.” More than 1.2 million children in Canada live in food-insecure households, including babies of

It’s the kind of thing that you can’t fully appreciate in the moment, but our nurse’s words have played over in my mind countless times since the day we brought our son home from the NICU. There are no pictures of my son on the day that he was born. There are some photos from

After months of breastfeeding around the clock and diligently trying to put her infant son to sleep in his bassinet, Toronto mom Kate Galt was bone-tired. Nothing was working anymore. When Elliot outgrew the bassinet at three months old, Galt tried to train him to sleep in his own crib, but he always seemed to

I hadn’t even given birth to my daughter when I received my first “just wait.”  I was telling a friend at work that I was having trouble sleeping. In the 30th week of pregnancy, essentially housing a full person, turning over in my sleep was near impossible. I felt like I could not possibly get

Six weeks after the birth of my first son, I lay on the exam table in my midwife’s cozy office for my final six-week postpartum check-up.  “This might sound odd,” I said, glancing at a boob-shaped ceramic mug sitting on the shelf, while Laura, my midwife, gave me a pap test. “But I’m really going to