I loved “A Tree for Max”…it is delightful read for a child as well as an parent. This is a book I will happily share with my 3 year old granddaughter throughout her childhood. At first, I am sure she … Continue reading
NOTEWORTHY WEDNESDAY! Lately, I have been writing a fair amount about childhood and obesity. This is a problem that begins early in a child’s life. Back in the day, there was a saying,“a fat little baby was a healthy baby”. … Continue reading
Dads and Delivery… When I read this dad’s post I felt kind of conflicted as to why he would not want to “cut the cord”. I thought it was because he was squeamish…but soon realized it had an all together … Continue reading
If you are planning on a hospital delivery and on breastfeeding there are questions you might want to ask when you tour the hospital. Supportive breastfeeding leads to successful breastfeeding. Hospitals can vary very much in their support of the breastfeeding … Continue reading
Highlights of the week…sharing some of the videos and reads of the last few days. Respect via Would You Call My Child A Retard? – YouTube. http://parentingintheloop.wordpress.com/2011/03/11/daylight-savings-and-your-childs-sleep/ “Daylight Savings and Your Child’s Sleep” http://www.rappler.com/life-and-style/2238-stop-saying-good-job-to-your-kids “Stop saying good job to your … Continue reading
Snooki’s pregnancy has stirred up the news…she and her boyfriend are engaged and according to US Weekly she is 15 weeks into her pregnancy. As one of the “stars” of Jersey Shore, viewers have seen her at her worst…but now … Continue reading
More on childhood obesity and shaming….this morning I read a post by Jessica Gottlieb and although I agree with her premise and a “little shame is good”, I was disturbed by the idea of using shame to change behavior. As … Continue reading
THURSDAY, March 1, 2012 MedPage Today — Every infant should begin life with six months of exclusive breastfeeding, followed by another six months or longer with other foods gradually added to the childs diet, according to an updated policy statement … Continue reading
Baby’s First Birthday… I have written about kids’ birthday parties in the past and really I am not a big fan of parties that are over the top…I’m sure some of you know what I mean. First birthdays are different…they … Continue reading
http://blogs.babycenter.com/mom_stories/do-we-hurt-our-kids-with-big-birthday-parties/ What is wrong with kids’s parties? http://blogs.babycenter.com/mom_stories/38-weeks-should-i-schedule-an-induction/?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter Q & A about preterm inductions. http://www.parents.com/blogs/red-hot-parenting/2012/01/19/health/another-reason-to-interact-with-your-baby-and-turn-off-the-electronics/ Importance of baby interaction sans electronics… Have a wonderful weekend from Parenting in the Loop!!!