Expecting mothers are often very confused about how to provide the right gifts for their child. It is generally difficult to know the authenticity of each and every product[ baby product ] in the market. There are no actual means of knowing that the product you are gifting to your newborn is really safe for him/her or not. The most commonly gifted products for the infants are the newborn baby dolls. Now, when you search over the internet or... 

Are you giving some deep thoughts to introducing your baby to a swimming class ? If the answer is yes, then you will find this article really helpful. Swimming is a great physical activity that comes as a package of fun and good health being a very rare combination your baby can find in the first years of life. I have seen many parents doubting the choice of enrolling their baby for swimming for some reasons like security and proper guidance.... 

Many of us have probably heard about the miraculous story of Kate Ogg and her baby in Australia, who witnessed a miracle that saw a newborn baby come back to life 2 hours after being declared dead by use of the “ Kangaroo Care Method ”. It is a story that could bring tears to the eyes of the most cold-hearted; Kate Ogg gave birth to premature twins, Emily survived, Jamie was declared dead. However, the mother decided not to give up, she... 

It is an interesting question and one that gets asked all the time, but parents desperate to get their newborn babies to sleep – is it a good idea to rock baby to sleep or to stop them crying? Will it spoil them, will they get used to it, and will it become difficult for the parents at a later stage? While in times past the answer would have been that this will spoil the child, it would be different today, when we understand better the security... 

Parenting can be overwhelming for so many different reasons and it is necessary for parents to just relax a bit.   Becoming a parent is supposed to offer untold joy, happiness and fulfillment but parenting can also be messy and really grim. Parenthood can swamp you in feelings of responsibility and you may well want to escape. You wonder how you can possibly do it all right for that tiny scrap …  Read More →

Unlike adults, the brain of an infant acts like a sponge that will take in everything at every opportunity it may have for learning, even while sleeping! This was proven when a researcher from the University of Florida conducted a study on infants to identify those that may be at risk to have developmental disorders like autism and dyslexia. The test was conducted by playing different tones followed by a gentle puff of air to the eyelids. After... 

Having taken a decision for circumcision of a baby – whether based on religious considerations or tradition – or based on medical considerations – parents need to ensure that the procedure is performed in as safe and medically sound way as possible. This not only reduces the chance of an accident (accidentally snipping off more than required), but also infection. Only a trained medical practitioner should be permitted to perform the procedure... 

Though the authorities are busy issuing clarification upon clarification, parents are concerned about the latest Chinese milk powder controversy ; about newborn babies in China growing breasts from drinking milk powder that was adulterated with hormones. The growth hormone and the hormones to assist in milk production that cows and other dairy cattle are routinely injected with is what are responsible for the present controversy. These hormones... 

Male circumcision has been a customary practice in ancient history depicting cleanliness of a group of people and as part of rituals and ceremonies, religious affiliations and culture. Most circumcisions are commonly performed during adolescence to take part of the rituals of manhood, but doing it right after birth became popular in practice. There is however, a growing controversy on the performance of neonatal circumcision. So, if you are pregnant... 

The health of the babies is important to parents. It is quite obvious how they are protective of their children and always consider the health of the baby a priority. Sometimes, a parent’s nightmare appears during sleep as well. It happens when babies have difficulty of breathing during sleep. When breathing stops for a few moments, your body does not allow air to pass through and cannot deliver oxygen and nutrients needed by every part of... 

Circumcision can be a sensitive subject, which raises issues of religion, custom and tradition – which causes a quandary in the mind of parents – whether or not Circumcision should be performed on their new born baby. There are arguments in favor of the procedure, such as improved hygiene and decreased risk of certain infections – also, there are sometimes medical reasons why circumcision needs to be performed: Phimosis in new born babies... 

Men are having pregnancy blues, they are having post partum depression, and they are even having sympathetic pregnancies! And here’s another one: new fathers are also producing some of the same hormones that new mothers do. New fathers produce oxytocin or the ‘ cuddle hormone ’ according to new research, which is the same hormone that women produce during labor. Men who have just become fathers are also seen to produce the hormone prolactin,... 

It can be a onerous responsibility; finding the right person to entrust with the responsibility of looking after your baby and one that may become a reality for many of us who are required to resume working shortly after a delivery. So how do you go about looking for a nanny for your baby? Start in advance: You know when you will be required to resume working after the baby arrives to you. It is best to do your research in advance and perhaps... 

They all advise the setting of sleep routines and helping baby calm down to make sleep come easier and to help your newborn baby stay asleep . However, less stress has been put on the emotional aspect of baby sleep and, as importantly, helping baby stay asleep. Researchers at Penn State University tried another tack when they examined the behavior of mothers at the infants’ bedtimes. Mothers who were emotionally available to the babies and... 

Good eating habits begin during one’s childhood, especially if a baby is able to appreciate the importance of food. From infanthood onwards, baby food is a crucial element of their growth and development. Apart from the many varieties available, making baby food at home is easy and will save you money. This way you can also guarantee that the food you are feeding is safe and healthy, as you made it from your very own hands. By making baby...