When a newborn eats, she can swallow air when she learns how to breathe and swallow at the same time. If she swallows too much air, it can sometimes lead to spitting out, bloating and irritability, according to experts. Burping the baby helps her release air that she swallows. Whether a squirming newborn may seem … Read more

At 2 years old, the baby should be able to communicate verbally with a vocabulary of 50 words. She will be able to say 2 to 3 words sentences and eventually will increase to 4, 5 and 6 words each sentence. However, according to experts, just 1 in 10 children will have difficulties in talking. … Read more

Many parents struggle with the need to protect their children while still respecting their privacy. However, when the safety is the most important thing, parents need to know how to give their children space in the established boundaries without damaging their trust. Read on to learn how to protect your child’s privacy. However, when the … Read more

Spitting is usually an unacceptable habit that makes your baby have a problem, but brushing is the time that spitting is necessary. If your baby swallows too much fluoride when her permanent teeth are developing, it can cause discoloration in the teeth. Swallowing too much fluoride toothpaste can lead to stomach pain and intestinal obstruction … Read more

A night’s sleep is essential for the health of all children and adults, and music, if chosen properly, can help relax and make your baby ready to go to bed. The light, slow, rhythmic sounds that are often used in yoga and Thai Chi are ideal for bedtime, because they soothe and entrance the mind. … Read more

Diaper rash happens when the baby’s bottom becomes red as the skin in that area is infected. Though the diaper has been made in order to reduce this, exterior factors such as bacteria, sensitive skin and even food can cause diaper rash. Knowing the common causes of diaper rash helps parents detect the symptoms from … Read more

Food is plentiful—at least in most developed nations. And for the most part, it’s cheap and easy to acquire. Yet we often are left feeling unsatisfied and wanting more. As a society, we’ve developed some serious misconceptions about what it means to “dine well.” Why do we eat? We like to party—to eat for fun … Read more

Carbs Are Not Created Equal TRUE OR FALSE? Eating cold cereal may be bad for your heart. True. Popular cereal brands may feature claims on their packaging about how beneficial their products are for heart health. They get away with this because manufacturers focus consumer attention on studies about fiber—which is good for the heart. … Read more

Out of Balance All of life is a matter of balance. Not a frozen balance, like a statue—that would mean death—but rather a delicate balance, which allows moderate movement in one direction or the other, bending but not breaking. The human body needs this kind of dynamic stability, as do all other living things. The … Read more

Respect Your Elders Although the science of acid/alkaline balance sounds complicated, making your diet more like that of your ancestors is actually quite simple: Consume more whole foods and eat less processed junk. You can bring pH balance back to the dinner table by serving meals that consist of 60 to 80 percent alkalizing fruits, … Read more

There’re about 4 babies born every second, according to the website of the toy and special gift manufacturer, Happy Worker. The world is full with mothers who have to take care of their children by their own while getting recovered. The best way to look after a mother who has just given birth is to … Read more

Whether you consider breastfeeding as the best way to feed your baby or you feel it is a great experience, weaning can cause anxiety for you. It is the end of one period and the beginning of another, because your baby starts getting the nutrition from sources other than breast milk. According to experts, the … Read more

Parents handle sleep habits of their babies in different ways. Some parents keep their baby in bed with them for many years; others have their baby sleep in the crib right from the start. What suits best your family will be different, but if your baby has slept in your bed or in a bassinet … Read more

The science of food and its ability to sustain life—or steal it—is a fascinating subject and one we never tire of discussing. It’s heartening to see how many people have recognized that what we eat is incredibly important to our wellness and longevity. But we’re also learning that how we eat—including how we prepare and … Read more

Steaming No surprise here: Steaming appears to be one of the best cooking methods for keeping the vitamins and minerals in your veggies, especially broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and cabbage. Optimize the positive effects by keeping the cooking time to a minimum and ensuring that your vegetables are not immersed in the water. If we … Read more

Death by Charring The way you cook your food involves more than just the potential loss of minerals. Some people may like the charbroiled taste, but there’s no question that overheating food—no matter what it is—may result in toxic compounds. Simple Solution: Maintain a good distance—at least ten feet in front or five feet to … Read more

2. Our Plastic Kitchen Take a look around any room in your home and you’ll easily spot dozens of items that contain plastic: carpet fiber, clothing, even the paint on your walls. In less than a century this man-made material has become an indispensable part of our daily lives. However, it also has the potential … Read more

Styrofoam Containers Styrene—the building block for polystyrene—is described by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a suspected carcinogen and a suspected toxin to the gastrointestinal, kidney, and respiratory systems. The foamed version of polystyrene is what we typically use to pack home restaurant leftovers. Polystyrene is also used for disposable cups, especially those made for … Read more

Plastic Wrap For years the plastic wrap you would place around your baked goods and leftovers was made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC). PVC is a hard, resinous material that requires plasticizers, stabilizers, flame retardants, and lubricants to be of any practical value. These additives—which aren’t chemically bonded to the plastic’s basic building blocks—are what make … Read more

Chilli peanut and coconut soup Chilli peanut and coconut soup   Serves 4 | Prep 15 mins Cook 35 mins   Ingredient 200g tempeh, cut into cubes. 2 tbsp tamari soy sauce or soy sauce. 2 tsp crushed chillies. 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil. 1 onion, finely chopped. 1 red pepper, deseeded and chopped. 3 … Read more