Stay in areas with other people around. Don’t take short cuts through alleys, deserted parking lots, or vacant lots. It’s better to be with a friend or a group of friends than to travel alone. Stay alert to your surroundings. Notice who is walking near you, particularly at your side or behind you. Be aware of places you could go to get help from an adult if need be. Avoid going into a public restroom alone....
Collect Food for Composting That apple core from lunch? Grape stem after snack? Egg shells after breakfast? Don’t throw them away! Teach your kids how composting adds to soil for a future veggie or flower garden that they can help plan. Keep a sealed container under your sink and instruct your kids what is/isn’t OK to compost. A great resource for composting guidelines is the US Environmental Protection Agency. Recycle School Papers Photo credit: Pixaby It seems every day kids come home with worksheets and piles of assorted papers....
“Do I have to go? Stevie’s mom said that I could stay with them while you’re at the Cape.” Into most parents’ lives, there usually comes some version of this response to the traditional family summer vacation. Although teens usually send out some preliminary signals of not wanting to accompany the family on its vacation, we are usually caught off guard when our childactually utters the words “I don’t want to go....
Age: Preschool through elementaryTime: 30 minutes or more Type of activity: Arts-and-crafts Materials: Brown, red, yellow, black, and orange construction paper.Toilet-paper rollScissorsTapeElmer’s glue Brighten up your holiday table with these easy-to-make turkeys. Even very young children can help add some color and pizzazz to your Thanksgiving table! Directions: Before you begin, draw and cut out all the shapes you’ll need from the construction paper: 2 brown circles 5 inches in diameter for the back of the turkey1 brown circle 4 inches in diameter for the turkey’s head1 small brown rectangle 1"x 2" for the turkey’s neck10 rocket-shaped tail feathers about 8" x 1" in yellow, red, and orange paper1 brown rectangle shape that is large enough to cover the toilet paper roll1 small yellow triangle2 tiny black circles for eyes...
Deciding what type of insert you need for your baby to bathe in is going to depend on several different factors, like the amount of space you have (including whether you’ll be using it in a sink or a standard bathtub). Moreover, look for baby bathtubs with neck support, back support, or even a molded design to fit their bodies comfortably. We carefully considered design, value, material, and any age recommendations when reviewing products....
Maybe it’s a trending baby name of the year or maybe the name choice simply sounds cool. Does it rhyme? Or have alliteration? Some of the coolest baby names are very rare. Some of the coolest baby girl names or baby boy names may even sound a bit hipster or bohemian. Whatever fits your definition of cool, you are bound to find the perfect name on this list. More: 75 Creative Baby Names for Your Little One Below you will find an assortment of cool baby names that will help your little boy or little girl be stylish and suave from day one!...
It may be tempting to grab the cutest pair of shoes you can find on the shelves, but not all baby walking shoes are created equal. You want to ensure you’re getting a pair that will fit and protect those tiny toes while still supporting development and flexibility. We looked carefully at age recommendations, material, design, and value when reviewing products. Here are the best baby walking shoes on the market to help those tiny feet get to moving....
“In a world where it’s impossible to avoid screens and video games, [gaming has] become a rite of passage,” says Lyndsey Garbi, MD, chief medical officer of Blueberry Pediatrics and pediatrician at Northwell Health in New York. “[Kids who play games] won’t be left out of understanding contemporary games and lingo. There are some games that can be educational and help with hand-eye coordination. Some video games help to spark creativity and special interests as well....
Don’t forget to take into account any allergies, preferences, or sensitivities when looking for a self-care gift for mom. We carefully looked over design, value, ingredients, material, and usefulness when reviewing products for this list. Here are the best self-care gifts that can inspire mom to spend a few minutes on herself. The brand’s Farmer’s Market Trio package will send a lovely, seasonal bouquet to her doorstep three months in a row....
Check for toys in your child’s age range to ensure it’s being played with safely, and pick gifts that offer long-lasting fun or several ways to use them. We carefully considered toy safety, design, ease of cleaning, value, and any age recommendations when reviewing products. Here are the best and most trendy, fun, and entertaining Christmas gifts for kids. Price at time of publication: $13 Price at time of publication: $54 Price at time of publication: $22 Price at time of publication: $20 Price at time of publication: $48 Price at time of publication: $20 Price at time of publication: $100 Price at time of publication: $27 Price at time of publication: $15 Price at time of publication: $340 Price at time of publication: $27 Price at time of publication: $67 Price at time of publication: $146 Price at time of publication: $120 Price at time of publication: $30 Price at time of publication: $20 Price at time of publication: $27 Price at time of publication: $60 Price at time of publication: $24 Price at time of publication: $28 Price at time of publication: $39 Price at time of publication: $20 Price at time of publication: $30 Price at time of publication: $70 Price at time of publication: $20 Price at time of publication: $27 Price at time of publication: $60 Price at time of publication: $21 Price at time of publication: $50 Price at time of publication: $49 Price at time of publication: $53 Price at time of publication: $100 Price at time of publication: $69 Price at time of publication: $36 Price at time of publication: $50 Price at time of publication: $130 Price at time of publication: $58 Price at time of publication: Starting at $23 Price at time of publication: $60 Price at time of publication: $85...
Soap can dry out your baby’s skin, though, so the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends using soap sparingly (read: not every day), especially for newborns. Opting for gentle formulas without harsh ingredients and heavy fragrances is a must when selecting the right one for your precious babe. You may also need a more specific wash if your baby has diaper rash, eczema, allergies, or baby acne. We carefully considered ingredients, age recommendations, soap type, and value when reviewing products....
Available in both a disposable and reusable option, the best swim diaper for you is whichever is most convenient for your lifestyle or more likely, right for your budget. We carefully considered design, material, functionality, fit, and value when reviewing products.Here are the best swim diapers for babies, toddlers, and parents’ convenience. We named the i play Snap Reusable Swim Diaper our top pick because of functionality and the durable material for longer-lasting use....
“Generally, the recommendation is to allow feet to develop and minimize shoes when children are in a protective environment," podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon Mark Mendeszoon, DPM, tells Verywell Family. However, with water often comes rough rocks, hot pavement, or sticky mud, so going barefoot while playing in the water isn’t always an option. In this case, Dr. Mendeszoon, a physician spokesperson for the American Podiatric Medical Association, says, “The recommendation is to use water shoes....
What can weight training do for you? Stronger muscles can improve your posture and help keep your body in balance. Stronger muscles can prevent injuries. Weight training helps to tone, lift, firm, and shape your body. Stronger muscles can help with your everyday activities, such as lugging shopping bags, moving furniture, lifting kids and strollers, and so on. Weight training can help prevent osteoporosis. Weight training can help to reshape problem areas, such as your sagging arms and your butt....
The only problem with this improved state of affairs is that the more people there are involved in any activity, the more time it takes to plan things and to negotiate through differences of opinion. (Hey, as far as I’m concerned, this caffeine-based, gotta-hurry generation could all use a little more slowing down and time-taking anyway.) The Value of the Extended Family Children need other people (don’t we all?). Kids do best (and parents, stepparents, and families survive intact) when there’s a support network of many people, including relatives, adult friends, teachers, and members of the community....
More: 5 Warning Signs of Screen Addiction My family used to joke that I couldn’t hear directions in the same room but I could hear the sound of a chocolate bar unwrapping all the way across the house with the TV blaring. Clearly, the issue wasn’t hearing loss, but rather a disconnect when it came to dividing my attention between different speakers (or in my case, between a speaker and a candy wrapper!...
There is no shortage of baby toys that promise to foster development, provide relief to sore teething gums, and keep the little one occupied—and the Manhattan Toy Winkel is one of them. Parents of babies are sleep-deprived and often strapped for cash, so they want to invest in toys that will perform as promised, are easy to keep clean, their baby won’t outgrow quickly, and are designed to last. Does the award-winning Winkel measure up?...
A mediator will often start the process by asking you to write out your goals—what you would like to come away with. You will be asked to anticipate such problem areas as custody or support. You might be asked to set forth your assets and liabilities in a sworn (notarized) statement, just as you would have done with an attorney. This gives everyone involved a clear idea of what you’re dealing with and how far apart you really are....
