Between 7 and 9 months, your baby will become more mobile and will develop an even greater response to their environment. All babies grow at different rates, but average growth rates are listed below: Head size: average growth of about ¼ inch each month Weight: 2 times birth weight by 4 to 5 months and … Read more
Between 4 and 6 months, your baby will continue to grow at a fast rate and you will begin to see more of your baby’s unique personality. Every baby grows at different rates, but average growth measurements are listed below: Head size: average growth of ½ inch each month Weight: average gain of 1 to … Read more
During the early months of his or her life, your baby will transform from a sleepy newborn into a more interactive 3 month old. All babies grow at different rates, but here are some growth averages between 1 and 3 months of age: Head size: average growth of about ½ inch a month Weight: average … Read more
January is birth defect prevention month. Getting enough folic acid, a B vitamin prior to getting pregnant and while pregnant will decrease the chances of a baby being born with a birth defect by 50-70%. Folic acid is a B vitamin that every cell in your body needs for normal growth and development. Not having … Read more
The holidays are coming, and you know what that means. There’s usually an abundance of yummy snacks at the office. Gifts from friends and family might include tasty pies, cookies or other treats. Oh, and don’t forget about the parties. So many holiday parties with delicious appetizers, meals and desserts. Here are some simple tips … Read more
Have you ever laughed until your sides ached? Well, if it has been awhile take time to play with your children. Give yourself permission to have a wonderful experience listening and laughing with each child. In today’s world of trying to balance work and home schedules, parents find it hard to spend quality time with … Read more
Jaundice is a medical condition that can occur in babies, children and even adults. However, we most frequently get questions about jaundice from new parents who are concerned with what it means for their newborns. What is Jaundice? Jaundice is a medical condition characterized by the yellow coloring of a newborn’s skin that typically shows … Read more
Did you know that newborns are not prepared to handle changes in body temperature like adults and older children? As adults, we have more control over our body temperature. When we are too cold, we shiver to warm up. When we’re too hot, we sweat to help cool down. Over time, newborns will develop this … Read more
Does it seem like your toddler spends more time falling on the ground rather than walking? Kids can be experts at falling down. It doesn’t matter if they are playing their favorite sport or just walking across the room, your kids learn about the wonders of gravity. Movement is a way children interact with their … Read more
Halloween, and October in general, is a good time to bring the holiday fun to your kiddos like this spooky lunch box! “Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me something good to eat.” As a mom to four you can bet your bottom dollar I will be filling this month’s lunch box with something … Read more