PARENT ALERT!
As parents, we try our best protecting our children from the unknown, so why not start with what is readily available to them in their own homes – household cleaning products.
Children under the age of 5 years old usually mistake the colorful and sweet-citrusy smelling cleaning products for fruity drinks and sodas. Not only should we store and hide away products immediately after use, but let us first begin by educating them on what is off limits at home and also installing child safety locks on cabinets.
To reduce the risk of injury to young children, try these easy tips:
Check out The American Cleaning Institute for cleaning product safety and usage information at www.cleaninginstitute.org/clean_living/
The week of August 1st thru 7th is World Breastfeeding Week, organized by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action.
As a first time BF mother, it was a challenge for both me and my lil one, with heavy let-down and chapped nipples, I did not think that I was able to continue feeding my baby this way. However, I am proud to say that while its been 7 months, I could not have it any other way. Not only is this truly a bonding experience but, an advantage for a healthier start in my babies life.
The 2010 WABA campaign focuses on “Just 10 Steps—the Baby Friendly Way” showcasing the 10 steps hospitals and other maternity care providers need to do to encourage breastfeeding.
For help and guidance on breastfeeding, check out the La Leche League International (www.LLLI.org).
My Son, Lil B, has reached yet another milestone at 6 months and 3 weeks old, and that is learning how to drink from a sippy cup. There are many great brands out there to choose from but, looking for the perfect first cup can be somewhat challenging. Of course this neurotic (yes, first time mom syndrome) has been busy tring to find the best product for my little one.
Here are few sippy and training cups that I may suggest using:
Photo: MAM Learn-to-Sip Sippy Cup, $6.00
Photo: Munchkin, $8.00
Photo: Dr. Brown’s, $7.00
Tori Spelling has set up her 3 year old son, Liam, with a Twitter account. Reading his status updates are pretty funny, which makes me believe that mom and dad, Dean McDermott, are definitely monitoring, let alone even writing them for him but, has this Twitter craze allowed us to exploit our very own kids, seriously, why would a 30 something adult need to follow a 3 year old tweets just to learn “I did a big pee. It was HUGE. And standing up like Daddy.” Tori I love you but, not sure if I am condoning this, moms, what are your thoughts? discuss.