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Taste is the set of sensations picked up by taste buds on the tongue (gustatory sense), while smell is the set of sensations detected by the nose (olfactory sense). Even though much of what we commonly think of as taste is really smell, our perception of flavor is actually the result of the combination of … Read more

Your child will now be a confident eater, and will be able to manage almost everything she’s offered, although she will probably start to exert her authority and have very specific likes and dislikes! She’ll enjoy being a part of family mealtimes

Whether your toddler is allergic or has a specific diet for lifestyle or religious reasons, it is perfectly possible to present healthy, balanced meals. As long as you know where the potential nutritional shortfalls may be, you’ll have the knowledge you need to substitute from a cornucopia of goodies. Q: Are there any meat substitutes … Read more

Delay, difficulty, or disability? Understanding the difference Many children experience delays in reaching their milestones, and around five percent of children have some form of learning difficulty. If there are concerns about your child’s development, health professionals will use terms like “developmental delay” in your child’s early years. This does not always mean that your … Read more

Q: My six-year-old son has a developmental delay. Does that mean he will always be behind? A: The term “developmental delay” is a confusing one for parents. It implies that skills your child has yet to acquire will eventually arrive—in the same way that a delayed train is annoyingly late, but definitely on its way. … Read more

Q: My parents told my son that if he touched his private parts, they would drop off. What should I do? A: The difference between generations in handling sexual development can be wide; it is now more clearly understood that curiosity about the body is a normal stage of development, and old anxieties and taboos … Read more

Rough-and-tumble play Play-fighting, and very physical, active play, will increase during years 3–4. A lot of boys and some girls will go through this development phase, which is completely normal and does not mean your child is “violent.” Rough-and-tumble play helps children to learn their physical limits as well as gaining hands-on experience of handling … Read more

Your toddler is much more independent now and enjoys the company of other children. The transition from parallel play to cooperative play is happening steadily, although she will still need your help to manage her feelings when there is a disagreement with another child. “At this age, play is a wonderful time of make-believe and … Read more

The brain development that enabled reasoning skills to evolve during months 24–36  continues this year. As well as learning how to be flexible and developing memory skills, your toddler also becomes more empathetic and starts to understand that not everyone sees things the way she does. “As her imagination begins to develop, she is able … Read more

If the Planner Isn’t Working Problem: The planner doesn’t provide enough room for all of the information you need to include. note The More Time Mom’s Family Organizer wall calendar features big squares to write in, along with reminder stickers for important events and a pocket to contain loose paperwork. Suggested retail: $17.75. Website: www.flylady.net … Read more

Adjusting for Body Clocks You’re probably familiar with the fact that some people are “night people,” whereas others are “morning people.” Actually, about 10 percent of the population are morning types, and 20 percent are nighttime types; the other 70 percent don’t tend to either extreme. You may already have a good idea of whether … Read more

5. Kitchen Pruning Keeping your countertops and cupboards junk-free is just as important as having enough storage space for all of your kitchen accoutrements. By pruning out unused or uncommonly used items, you’ll find it easier to locate the everyday items. Start by inventorying the gadgets you have in your drawers. Anything that you haven’t … Read more

3. Uniform Storage Containers There are several benefits to using food-grade storage containers for bulk items such as flours, sugars, salts, beans, rices, cereals, grains, pastas, lentils, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, etc. Using standard-sized containers makes optimal use of space, and using plastic containers for storage keeps pantry moths in check. Pantry moths (weevils) can … Read more

A kitchen that has been thoughtfully organized greatly helps in the process of preparing a meal. You will have a more relaxed time cooking if you are able to quickly find what you are looking for and have confidence that you have the right tool for the task at hand. 1.Retrieval Julia Child’s kitchen took … Read more

Healthy sweets It’s always a good idea to encourage your little ones to enjoy the natural sweetness of foods, but when you need a little something to make tart foods more palatable, go for honey (after 12 months), molasses, or maple syrup. Unlike refined sugar, these sweeteners are rich in nutrients that will encourage health … Read more

Events in the US Capitol’s History 1787 The US Constitution authorizes the establishment of a federal district to be the seat of the American government. 1791 George Washington selects the site for the new Capitol, with his city planner, Pierre Charles L’Enfant, on Jenkins Hill, 88 ft (27 m) above the Potomac River. George Washington … Read more

From the elevated site that Pierre L’Enfant described as “a pedestal waiting for a monument,” the dignified Capitol has stood unwavering as the symbol of American democracy throughout its 200-year history. From the legislative session called by President Jefferson in 1803 to approve the Louisiana Purchase through to the House of Representatives’ vote in 1998 … Read more

In many ways the task of helping your toddler to manage her behavior should become easier during year 3–4. Now that she has more ability to understand and reason, you will be able to explain, rather than simply state, that she should or shouldn’t behave in a certain way. “Jamie feared ‘the monster’ who lived … Read more

Features of St Peter’s Basilica Plan of St Peter’s Basilica Pietà Michelangelo carved this masterpiece  in 1499 at the age of 25. It is at once graceful and mournful, stately and ethereal. It has been protected by glass since 1972, when a man screaming “I am Jesus Christ!” attacked it with a hammer, damaging the … Read more

Sistine Chapel Works Plan of the Sistine Chapel Adam and Eve God imparts the spark of life to Adam in one of western art’s most famous scenes, then pulls Eve from Adam’s rib. Creation God separates darkness from light, water from land and creates the Sun and Moon. Michelangelo veers towards blasphemy by depicting God’s … Read more