tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:00:51 +0000being momDyslexiaAbuseAutisticBullyPregnancyADHDhttp://momarea.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (MomArea)Blogger245125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-1205702019340470033Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:01:00 +00002009-11-22T11:06:55.765+07:00PregnancyThe limited evidence that's available suggests that it's probably safe to dye your hair during pregnancy. The Organization of Teratology Information Services (OTIS), which provides information on potential reproductive risks, says that animal studies are reassuring and that there are no reports of hair dye causing changes in human pregnancies, despite the fact that many women have colored their http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/is-it-safe-to-color-my-hair-during.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-7392525092287683599Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:13:00 +00002009-11-19T15:25:53.464+07:00PregnancyInsomnia in pregnancy is a common phenomenon, debilitating around 78% of pregnant women. Although the unborn child is out of harm's way, insomnia in pregnancy can cause unimaginable discomfort for the soon-to-be mommy. It'll be nine eternities, er, months before you can return to your normal sleeping patterns, so you might as well try to make the most of your predicament.Perhaps the anxiety and http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/insomnia-in-pregnancy-great-insomnia.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-2462714974451604190Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:41:00 +00002009-11-19T15:13:42.908+07:00ADHDA natural approach to childhood focus issues.Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is thought to affect between 3 to 5 percent of children. Many take prescription drugs to address symptoms associated with ADHD. According to an editorial in the British Medical Journal, eliminating artificial color additives and preservatives from the diets of children diagnosed with ADHD should be http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/help-your-child-focus-naturally.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-743273764050388860Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:23:00 +00002009-11-18T05:38:07.091+07:00AutisticAutism is on the rise, but you can help lower your child's risk of developing the disease.Autism is on the rise, and has been for the last fifteen years. The problem is, nobody knows quite why this is the case. For a while, the culprit was deemed to be vaccines given to children to immunize against measles and other diseases. The vaccine theory was recently proven false, once again leaving the http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/lower-your-childs-risk-of-developing.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-6659318716196354780Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:11:00 +00002009-11-16T05:18:47.591+07:00There are two schools of thought on this. One says that babies under two years of age should not be allowed to watch any TV; the other says that limited amounts of high-quality educational TV accompanied by adult interaction are fine - and may even be beneficial. When DVDs are used correctly, the repetition and familiarity they provide can actually aid learning.However, no TV at all is better http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/is-it-okay-to-let-my-baby-watch-tv.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-635861031919795055Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:23:00 +00002009-11-14T05:29:54.198+07:00I don't know about you, but this question has been on my mind for quite some time now. Although my youngest is over a year, he is definitely not up to date with his immunizations! With all the rumors flying around about autism and the danger of immunizations, it's hard to know what to choose. Do I wait or should I go ahead? Hopefully what I have learned on my journey will help you make your own http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/should-i-immunize.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-3489691641088550830Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:07:00 +00002009-11-14T05:22:27.588+07:00For those who don't know, it is easier to teach your child to read early on in his life (from the ages of zero to three), than later! Many experts suggest that by teaching your child to read before they begin formal education, they will find school-based education easier from the get-go as they will not have to learn reading skills at the same time that they have to comprehend curriculum materialhttp://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/reading-tools-for-early-childhood.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-2583746453038985560Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:49:00 +00002009-11-11T22:09:22.834+07:00Like thousands of other parents all over the world, your initial impression may be one of skepticism. But what many don't realize is to teach their baby reading successfully is not only possible, it is highly likely - in fact, teaching your baby reading is much faster earlier in life than later, as her cognitive development is strongest in her first three years of life!Teaching your baby reading http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/can-i-really-teach-reading-to-my-baby.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-5174150707176269695Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:45:00 +00002009-11-09T21:59:21.877+07:00As the saying goes, "You have to crawl before you can walk." While there have been cases of babies bypassing crawling to go straight to walking, most babies will become proficient crawlers some time during the second half of their first year.Not all babies learn to crawl in the traditional fashion however. Some do a belly crawl (sliding along on their tummy) - and go straight from there to http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/crawling-is-it-important.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-9125247344822525016Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:33:00 +00002009-11-08T04:40:45.556+07:00PregnancyNearly all of us have some kind of allergy, and there is often no cure. Okay, sometimes allergies can be controlled, but it can be a real hassle having to avoid everyday foods and other substances. And some of us have such reactions that, if we even come close to what we're allergic to, we'll suffer a near fatal reaction.Well, a new study indicates that while we might not be able to get rid of http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/preventing-child-allergies-during.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-2452405410060468172Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:28:00 +00002009-11-06T14:37:22.308+07:00How Fast Should Your Baby Grow?Babies grow much faster in their first year of life than at any other stage. Following, some of the most common size and growth concerns are covered.During the fist 12 months of your baby's life, some incredible changes will occur. This will be a period of amazing growth. By the time you are proudly sending out his first birthday invitations, he will have tripled http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/is-size-issue.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-7095923335124002824Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:15:00 +00002009-11-05T05:26:16.026+07:00Very essential for Baby CarePremature Being touched is an essential part of the bonding process that helps young creatures to babies gain more weigh on lamb's-wool blankets than cotton ones because it feels as if they're being stroked when they move, and they feel contented.The Importance of Touch you’reYour baby is born sociable, and he craves physical affection. This is best communicated http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/massage-and-touch.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-5555969260643300231Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:08:00 +00002009-11-05T05:15:11.934+07:00It is not unusual for new parents to find that certain times of their child's developmental period can be very difficult. One of such difficult moments is the child's teething period because it can cause your infant to fall ill and thereby becoming very cranky. Those babies who are usually very happy can become very fussy while those who will normally eat very well can become very picky about http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/difficult-period-baby-teething.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-8009798322255346058Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:35:00 +00002009-11-03T05:43:27.343+07:00You should always plan early if you want to continue breastfeeding after you return to work. Speak to your employer and see how they can support you. Before you speak to them though, make sure you have a plan. Who will cover you whilst you are pumping, and how long will you be away from your desk on each occasion? You should look to get the following from your boss:You need to have access to a http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/11/breastfeeding-after-you-return-to-work.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-1068824999938129284Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:16:00 +00002009-10-30T21:46:15.284+07:00I'm enjoying a typical day in our household when my preschooler decides to talk back to me. After a back and forth of "Yes, you did!" and "No, I didn't!" three or four times, it suddenly hits me: I am arguing with my three-year-old!When did the tables turn? Whatever happened to "What I say goes"? When I argue with my tot, it's a lose-lose situation. Not only do I feel like I've lost, I have takenhttp://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/did-i-just-argue-with-my-three-year-old.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-7667497507863407337Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:50:00 +00002009-10-30T21:16:28.532+07:00You might find it natural for kids to be afraid of a lot of things especially the dark. But this does not mean that you should just let things be that way. When kids fear the dark, their imagination starts to go on a roll and they might end up thinking about so many things that they can possibly come across with in the dark like monsters and ghosts. While it is true that they may eventually http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/5-ways-to-help-your-child-overcome-fear.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-7342561325344243788Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:05:00 +00002009-10-27T19:18:01.685+07:00These four simple steps to boost your energy throughout the day are customized especially for tired moms.Feeling run down by the end of the day? If you're like me, then you've tried energy drinks, drank coffee 24/7, and still you feel sluggish. How will you ever keep up with your little one tomorrow, you wonder?We consulted the experts and uncovered four simple steps to boost your energy http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/four-steps-to-more-energy-for-moms.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-75991149373401640Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:54:00 +00002009-10-27T19:04:25.398+07:00Finding the time for fun, quality time with our families is becoming more of a challenge every day! From piano lessons, soccer practice, karate class and play dates, to weekend errands and office work at home, time is something we all seem to be short of!Dinner time is often overlooked as beneficial quality time. We tend to think of dinner as an end of the day necessity to rush through before http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/dinner-time-quality-time-family-bonding.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-6932109095863158855Sat, 24 Oct 2009 15:35:00 +00002009-10-24T22:51:02.293+07:00When I first toyed with the idea of writing a parenting blog, I thought a key issue (at least for me) with having children, was the tremendous impact (both positive and negative) that one or several children would have on our already burdened planet. The act of bringing a child into this world is the equivalent of a cosmic crap shoot, or a blind leap of faith, hoping that the thin reed that holdshttp://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/too-many-children.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-727758785549947954Sat, 24 Oct 2009 15:15:00 +00002009-10-24T22:32:59.511+07:00The other day I was momentarily teased by a bout of spring weather. I took the day off, gathered up my toddler son, and took him to a nice little playground (Heckscher) in a corner of Central Park (in NYC, of course). The playground was recently upgraded a few years back with new landscaping, concrete bridges, tunnels, etc. The place was packed with children, parents, nannies, and the like, and http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/kids-on-junk-revisiting-adventure.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-4956512013670031886Thu, 22 Oct 2009 06:39:00 +00002009-10-22T13:54:48.966+07:00Maybe cooking talent and parenting skills do not necessarily always go hand-in-hand. But in these days of the Food Network and numerous reality shows based around creating the perfect dish, cooking together at home is becoming a popular way for families to bond. And whether you are single parenting or sharing the joy with a partner, chances are your kids will love to spend some time with you in http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/cooking-can-bring-fathers-and-kids.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-3088871936008878208Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:49:00 +00002009-10-21T04:56:27.386+07:00AbuseWith the alarming statistics of one out of four girls and one out of six boys being sexually molested in the US, a father must do all within his means to protect his children. Once a father knows that every child is vulnerable to sexual molestation, together with his wife, he must put some measures in place to safeguard his children. These include: Commit your children in to the Lord’s hands http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/16-measures-dads-can-take-to-prevent.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-479163708083817689Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:27:00 +00002009-10-19T05:37:16.164+07:00PregnancyWhen trying to get pregnant, you may need to utilize some techniques to help improve your chances as, unfortunately, it isn't as easy as it is often made out to be.The time of the month that you try to conceive is one of the biggest factors that determines how successful you will be. Knowing and understanding your menstrual cycle and, most importantly, at what point in the cycle you are most http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/useful-techniques-for-trying-to-get.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-9103866811006636427Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:17:00 +00002009-10-19T05:27:00.240+07:00PregnancyThis question, if abortions cause infertility, has been circling around many years now. It is a huge topic for concern since, there are abortions which are done clinically and some that may still be tucked somewhere in those inner streets, especially in a very religiously virtuous dominated country. As it seems, there are not much facts pointing to whether abortions cause infertility in a medicalhttp://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/can-abortions-cause-infertility.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5372950332530367650.post-1900490584342735327Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:40:00 +00002009-10-15T22:43:49.769+07:00Your baby’s skin is very soft, sensitive, and delicate. Their sensitive skin can be prone to rashes from chemicals in soaps, lotions, or baby wipes. A very common rash that most babies will get is diaper rash. Using a diaper ointment can prevent or soothe the irritation caused from a rash. Choosing the best diaper ointment to stop the rash is very important because creams with harsh chemicals http://momarea.blogspot.com/2009/10/homemade-diaper-ointment.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (MomArea)0