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Just in time for Christmas, a study has come out that shows that kids who spend more time playing with electronic toys (as opposed to traditional toys like blocks or books) have less developed verbal skills. Yet another great reason to avoid the...
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...Might want to stay away from these potentially dangerous toys when doing your holiday shopping this year: http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2013/11/26/us-public-research-group-toys-industry-hazardous-toys/3757521/...
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Your 7 month, 1 week old baby is likely discovering one of the great joys of childhood: toys. At this age, your baby can likely transfer objects from one hand to the other, sit without the support of his or her hands, and find objects that are...
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Not to be a holiday “Debbie Downer,” but I thought this article was a good reminder of what to watch out for this year. It shares the common injuries and toys that cause them....
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With the holidays comes the challenge of finding age-appropriate toys for the infants and children in your lives. If you’re like most gift-givers, you want to find gifts for kids that don’t just provide fun but are also educational — or at least...
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Which of your toddler’s toys do you think is the most dangerous? According to the US Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC), toy vehicles account for more than 11,000 injuries every year, or 13 percent of all reported toy-related injuries,...
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It seems these days that toddlers and young children everywhere suffer from TMTS, or Too Many Toys Syndrome. Between birthdays and holidays and grandparents who mean well and over-the-top party favors, your little ones may be drowning in excessive...
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Young children love to play outside, and riding toys are among their favorite toys. What child doesn’t love to ride on a scooter? But a new study from the Consumer Product Safety Commission has found a dramatic rise in the number of...
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The holidays are meant to be a special time. Sadly, each year, hospital emergency rooms treat about 12,500 people for injuries, such as falls, cuts, and shocks—many of those related to holiday lights, decorations, and Christmas trees. So, before...
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I grew up playing with Barbie. I remember Sesame Street and Mr. Rogers, but I played with Barbie. Dressing her up, putting her in the big pink convertible with Ken, and “driving to the beach.” I grew up in Indiana, so the beach was always my...
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The holidays are upon us and so are the days of receiving bad gifts gracefully. Nearly everyone I know has at least one holiday gift horror story. Usually it involves noise and size. Almost always, kids fall instantly in love with the gift their...
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I sat on my 5-year-old daughter’s bed one evening, watching in horror as she clotheslined her little sister after she dared to read one of her big sister’s books. Sharing has been an issue lately, and I’m sure it’s an age, stage, transition,...
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While your 8-month-2-week-old baby may not be walking yet, he or she is hopefully making great strides forward when it comes to eating, playing, and developing. It’s hard work growing up! The new world of screen time In 2015, the American Academy...
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Parents anxiously await the moment their baby takes that first wobbly step. This step — halting, uncertain, and likely followed by a short fall back to a sitting position — signals a new era in your house. It will only be weeks before your baby is...
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When you read the worst gifts grandparents could give their grandchildren, you were probably contemplating what kids should get instead. So it’s only fair to post our BEST gifts grandparents can give. If you want to avoid the doghouse your grown...
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The only thing that makes traveling with a toddler a cinch is planning ahead. I’ve found that keeping a supply of small toys, and passing them out one at a time works for us. I usually include a dry erase board, color wonder books, small...
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Hey guys! I was wondering if anyone had any advice on cleaning bath time toys and storage. I have a net that captures all of the toys and lets them air dry, but I feel like I should do more to keep them clean. However, I am afraid regular cleaning...
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Your baby is growing fast and wanting to explore his or her world in a bigger way. Crawlers are off and, well, crawling … all over the home. Nap schedules are hopefully well established, as are feeding times. Around now you may get the sense that...
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A fine line exists between being too strict and too spoiled, and finding a happy middle ground is something parents have to constantly balance. Even if you do not mean to spoil your child, chances are there are times where you still do. The key is...
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Teaching your preschooler to be a good friend and citizen isn’t always so easy. This never seems truer as it does when you are trying to teach your little one to share. First, it’s important to understand that possessiveness in toys is a...
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No parent wants to think about their child needing to be admitted into the hospital, but the reality is more than 3 million children in the US are hospitalized each year. If your child must spend time in the hospital, there are a few things you can...
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First-time parents often ask when their toddlers will start playing independently. The answer varies from child to child, but once your baby is crawling, standing, and starting to walk, he or she will be more interested in exploring and trying...
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Instead of asking, “When should I start disciplining my child?” researchers from Yale University recently posed a different question that might change the way you think about the issue. They asked, “When does a child begin to know...
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Sometimes babies need a little rap music to cheer them up. And sometimes I need to include a throwback Golden Girls meme. Anything goes this week! 1. Baby loves 2chainz Sometimes it’s a mama’s arms that soothe baby, but sometimes it’s a little rap...
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The royal baby turned one, an apologetic dog is stealing hearts (and toys) everywhere, and we get schooled on why dads are awesome. 1. Dog steals a baby’s toy and then apologizes Doggie Charlie just wanted to play, but when toy snatching made Baby...
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You open your email. You surf the web. You turn on the TV. You open a magazine. You hop on Facebook. Everywhere you turn, there they are. YOU AREN’T SAFE ANYWHERE. Of course I’m talking about ads for Black Friday, which every shopaholic knows...
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Several milestones in your child’s life seem to come naturally from sitting up to saying his or her first words. These natural progressions are a part of transitioning to toddlerhood. Other skills, such as making new friends—which requires advanced...
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You probably have “those friends” too—the ones where you like the parents, but can’t stand the kids (or the way the kids are parented). Find out what Bundoo Behavioral Health Specialist Raquel Anderson says to one mom who...
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Kids on the brink of their first birthdays are a bundle of contradictions: on one hand, they’re increasingly confident about expressing their emotions and asserting their independence, but they can also be clingy and shy around strangers, as...
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Cribs are responsible for more infant deaths than any other nursery product, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. In light of this grim statistic, it makes sense to pay extra attention to the crib you buy for your baby’s nursery....
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Memorial Day is a great celebration of those who died serving our country—and also marks the beginning of summer. Everyone is breaking out their BBQs, bathing suits, and bicycles. Although Memorial Day is meant to be fun and relaxing, it can easily...
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As they approach their second birthdays, toddlers are increasingly able to verbalize their emotions and wants, which makes the job of parenting a lot easier, since you don’t have to frantically guess what your child is so upset about! But...
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MRSA is a serious infection that affects about 90,000 Americans annually, claiming 20,000 lives. In the past, MRSA affected mostly those with weakened immune systems, but there has been a rise in the number of healthy people infected with MRSA,...
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The pot on the stove is boiling, the phone rings, the doorbell buzzes, the dog goes crazy. And meanwhile, your newly mobile little angel makes a beeline for the spare change you accidentally dropped on the floor, crawling as if her life depends on...
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Picture your evening: Grandma comes over to babysit, and as you head out the door, your normally even-tempered baby starts crying inconsolably, even though Grandma stops by a few times each week. The same thing starts to happen at daycare drop-off...
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There are few things that stop a parent in their tracks than walking in on their toddler holding a handful of their own poop. While the initial reaction (other than being grossed out) might be “What is wrong with this kid?” rest assured that it’s...
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One of the wonders of parenting is watching your baby gradually become aware of the world he or she lives in. By 9 weeks old, your baby is likely responding to all sorts of external stimulus. He or she might have a preference for certain songs...
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Don’t be surprised if it seems like your baby is making huge leaps forward in the months leading up to the first birthday. While developmentally normal babies are always progressing quickly, the changes in this period are especially obvious....
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Now that your baby is interacting more with the world, you are likely enjoying the benefits and joys of playtime. Remember that playtime for your baby can mean different things. Simply holding your baby, walking around, and looking at the world can...
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Babies cost more than new parents might think. In 2005, Redbook Magazine and VISA surveyed 1,000 parents — 500 expecting and 500 new — and found that expectant parents’ financial expectations were different from the realities new parents lived in....
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Lead is especially dangerous because it accumulates in a chlid’s developing brain and nervous system, potentially causing all sorts of developmental and behavioral issues. While it’s virtually impossible to completely avoid lead — it’s present...
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Lead exposure is a major public health concern. There is no safe blood lead level in children, and the lifetime effects of elevated lead levels are serious. Lead poisoning can lead to neurological problems, including learning difficulties and...
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Chores are a great way to teach important life skills to your children. They give children a sense of efficacy, which boosts their self-esteem. Children naturally take pride in their ability to complete a task that is important to the household, to...
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Drowning is one of the leading causes of death in young children. However, there are a number of strategies that you can use to prevent such a tragedy. By following basic safety precautions, you can help ensure that your child is safe around the...
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Reducing your child’s risk of lead exposure is important—and should begin before your baby even comes home from the hospital. This is especially true if you live in a home that was built before 1978, when the manufacture of lead-based paint was...
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Between the ages of 2 and 4 months, you and your new baby will have started to settle into a predictable routine with set times for sleep, feeding, and play. Right around this time, your baby will start to show intense curiosity about the world....
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Learning how to ride a bike is a major milestone for many children. But according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than half a million people are treated each year for bicycle accidents, and 59 percent of those are children...
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Sibling jealousy is a real issue for many families, especially when a new baby is on the way. Older siblings may be excited about the arrival of a new baby—or they may be dreading it and acting out to get your attention. When you add in your own...
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Step right up, folks! In the right corner, we have your 3-year-old son, and in the left, we have your 5-year-old daughter, battling it out over toys, time, snacks, and practically anything else they can seem to argue about. If this sounds like a...
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As an adult, understanding gender differences between boys and girls or men and women can seem pretty cut and dry. But for your toddler, the idea of gender is a new and somewhat more elastic concept. That’s why parents and caregivers should not be...
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Fans of natural products (and happy babies) often have high hopes for amber teething necklaces. These necklaces and bracelets are made from amber, a luminous yellow-gold substance that artisans shape into beads. Necklace makers say that when your...
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Thrush is a common infection of the mouth found in babies and young toddlers, as well as on the nipples of nursing mothers. Thrush appears as sticky white patches that line the mouth, inner lips, and gums. In nursing moms, thrush may appear as...
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From rolling over, to starting to play with toys, to laughing and babbling, your 8-month-3-week-old baby is likely knocking down milestones like dominoes. This can be exciting and fun to watch, but it comes with a caution: no baby achieves every...
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The first six months after your child’s first birthday is a time of rapid and remarkable emotional development. At this age, your toddler is beginning to experience a huge range of emotions in response to more specific events and thoughts. The...
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The content for this blog was provided by Newton in accordance with Bundoo’s Editorial Policy. As a pediatrician, I get a lot of questions from parents, especially new parents, with a newborn baby. Along with the questions about feeding and...
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There are few things more adorable than a tiny little one all wrapped up like a baby burrito. But it turns out that swaddling is much more than just cute—it’s a tried-and-true way to soothe and calm a baby during the first few months of life, and...
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Every family has their traditions around the holidays—customs and rituals they repeat every year. While believing in Santa may be short-lived, holiday traditions are the anchor of the holiday season for my family. Experts say that traditions are...
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Remember the thrill of good old-fashioned yard sales? Buying a BeeGees record for 15 cents! Or a macramé potholder for $2! Due to modern technology, our children will never know the thrill of pricing their cherished possessions with masking tape...
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Feeling bombarded by the expectation to treasure every minute? Annoyed by all the “they grow so fast” and “don’t blink” unsolicited remarks offered to you in the checkout line at Target? Yes, these early years are amazing, and yes, they go by...
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We all know traveling can be particularly boring when driving a long distance. Confinement to a car seat can be torture, especially for the youngest passengers. So what’s a parent to do to occupy the time of little ones? After taking our toddler on...
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Day 1: School’s out! The excitement is almost palpable as I herd my two boys into the car. Seventeen days of no school! I envision sleeping in. Lazy mornings in PJs, playing cards, board games, and watching movies. A home filled with the smell of...
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Toddlers on the brink of their second birthdays are experiencing a cognitive explosion: they’ve already learned how to use a few words, and now they’re learning the names of new things practically every day and even stringing together...
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Of all the things that can potentially harm your children, lead is not likely to be near the top of your worry list. But did you know that there are at least 4 million households in the United States where children are being exposed to dangerously...
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Despite the huge changes your baby has undergone since birth, development is still happening in very fundamental ways by 5-7 months. Emotionally, your child is learning to express the most simple of feelings — hunger, frustration, joy — but complex...
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Your 5- to 7-month-old is just beginning to discover his or her own body, but these little developments add up to a big change. At this age, your baby is still learning to control voluntary muscles, which requires a great deal of coordination....
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When it comes to delivering medications to your child, it can be confusing with the instructions and measuring devices, but it’s important to get this right. Giving too much medication to your child can quickly cause an overdose, which can be...
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In the first year of life, your baby’s brain develops much faster than his or her body. Every day, your child is learning new things, making connections, and figuring out how the world works. Your baby is constantly looking around, trying to...
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Children experience worries and fears for a variety of reasons. The good news is that most childhood fears are mild and often disappear over time. In fact, the presence of a childhood fear often indicates the development of higher level thought as...
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Between the ages of 16 and 19 months, babies continue to hone the skills they first started acquiring a few months earlier — walking then running, picking up objects, and climbing onto chairs and other furniture (make sure you’ve...
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Babies of all ages love the playground, even if they are not quite old enough to participate in all of the fun. The fresh air and endless stimulation can keep a baby occupied for hours. But there are a few things to keep in mind before bringing...
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Childhood can be stressful, but we’re just now beginning to understand how stress can damage kids over the long term. According to researchers at Johns Hopkins, adults often “fail to recognize” just how much stress their kids are under and the...
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For many parents, after a long day of (house) work, traffic, errands, cooking, cleaning, homework, clean-up, and dishes, the threshold for patience starts to wear down. Raising kids is a tough job, and even though there are many laughs and lovable...
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RIE encourages parents to slow down and take parenting cues directly from their babies. This means observing your child and following the baby’s cues when establishing the daytime schedule. Respect for the needs of the individual child are...
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In the first year of life, the physical milestones are the most obvious and exciting. As babies grow from newborns to toddlers, their physical capabilities are advancing in leaps and bounds. Your baby’s muscles are strengthening quickly, and...
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What exciting speech and language accomplishments will your child make in the third year? From 24–36 months, vocabulary explodes from an average of 200 spoken words at 24 months to an average of 900–1,000 spoken words at 36 months. Throughout the...
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Have you noticed that your baby tilts her head while at rest? Does your little one have a hard time turning his head fully from one side to the other? If so, perhaps your baby has torticollis. Torticollis occurs when pressure is put on the large...
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Your baby’s first year of life is an exciting time of significant speech and language development, both in what your child understands and expresses. Even though most babies are not yet talking, their “pre-” speech and language skills are...
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There are a number of reasons your child might suffer from hearing loss, whether risk factors for hearing loss are present or not. If you suspect your child has a hearing loss, you should visit a pediatrician or hearing specialist, who can...
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When researching schools for your preschooler or eavesdropping on parents at the playground, you will likely hear about Montessori. But what is the Montessori approach, exactly? The International Montessori Index describes Montessori as “a...
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Nosebleeds are very common in toddlers. While they can be downright messy at times, most nosebleeds are not a cause for concern. The nose has lots of vessels that provide a rich blood supply. When the lining of the nasal passage breaks down and...
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Laundry detergent pods are plastic-packaged, single-use items you can throw in with your laundry without having to measure liquid or powder detergents. While they provide a convenient way to get your clothes clean, their colorful packaging can...