Hydration & Food Hydration is key, whether it’s Pedialyte (they have popsicles too), Gatorade, or water. Whatever your child will drink is a small victory, and offering a small amount (i.e. a teaspoon at a time) is a good way to see if it will stay down. If your little one is resistant to drinking, try a special cup and straw that’s usually off limits. A pop is also worth trying, since it’s a special treat and it provides hydration....

Unfortunately, there are real dangers at beaches to be aware of and tragedy can strike in a moment’s notice if you and your family are not prepared. In fact, the risk of drowning is a leading cause of concern—especially for young children in the United States. While the majority of drownings occur in swimming pools, the risks present at the beach are still significant. Learn more from the following ideas on how you can prepare your family for a day at the beach as well as ideas on how to stay safe once you get there....

Cleaning up a mess they’ve made themselves is an important part of a young person’s development. It helps preschoolers develop a sense of responsibility. While it might be easier for you to do the cleaning up yourself, that’s just a short-term solution. How a child learns to clean up now sets the stage for how they will complete the chore as they get older. If you are constantly picking up after your child at this age, they’ll learn to always expect it....

Consequently, as much as you might want to avoid tackling this issue, you need to make sure you’re keeping your baby’s nails trimmed. If you’re worried about trimming your baby’s nails or you’re just not sure how to do it, here are some fingernail trimming tips to help you get started. Gather Nail Trimming Tools When you’re ready to trim your baby’s nails, gather your baby manicure set. There are several different tools from which to choose....

In a healthy reproductive system, the fallopian tubes serve as pathways for an ovulated egg to reach the uterus. After an egg is released from the ovary, finger-like projections from the fallopian tube, called fimbriae, draw the egg into the tube. With a hydrosalpinx, the fimbriae are often damaged and stuck together. A hydrosalpinx can also interfere with implantation. Assuming an egg does travel into the tube, and sex takes place close to ovulation, the egg will meet with sperm inside the tube....

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends introducing a variety of colors, flavors, and textures once you start offering solid foods. This can help your baby get a variety of vital nutrients , engage with the eating experience, and even help increase the likelihood of being a more adventurous eater in the future. Baby Cereal as a First Food It might be helpful to take a glimpse of first foods throughout history....

Class size The number of teachers and staff per pupil The use of aides in the classroom Whether they operate on a half-day or full-day schedule How much contact your child is likely to have with older children—in the lunchroom, bathroom, playground, and so on The nature and objectives of the kindergarten’s “academic” and social program All of this information should help you reach the best decision for your own child....

Another issue is how long the child will be on his own. Some children are quite content to be alone for a couple of hours, but become lonely during longer stretches. Will it be dark when you arrive home during the winter, and will that make him—or you—nervous? If you answered “yes” to most of these questions, that’s a good indication your child would be responsible and mature enough to stay home alone....

Build a birdhouse for your back yard. Take an inventory of the hazardous materials in your home. Dispose of hazardous household materials properly. Test your home for radon. Use rechargeable batteries in your radios, cameras, and children’s toys. Plant a tree. Use energy-saving light bulbs in your house.

Level: Easy Time involved: Two to three hours, including baking time Materials: Sculpting clay (Fimo or Sculpy clay are quality products.) Plastic knife Toothpick Plastic eyes (optional) Cookie sheet Glue gun Pin forms Barrette forms Bead elastic

Kyle is also a well-known Scottish last name whose origins can be traced back to an area in southwestern Scotland. Although it originated as a surname, Kyle has since been used most often as a first name for boys. It has also been used as a name for girls, most commonly in the early part of the century. How Popular is the Name Kyle? Kyle follows the trend of surnames that have become popular as a first name....

Typically, when a child has problems learning to read, write, perform math skills, understanding spoken language, or expressing himself, a learning disability may be a possible cause. In most cases, a parent’s first encounter with special education happens when a child is not progressing and a learning disability is suspected. Usually, parents notice early signs of a learning disability and contact the school for assistance. How Schools Kickstart the Process As part of the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, schools are required to implement a system of interventions before evaluating a child for a disability....

Public and private libraries Genealogical and historical society libraries Lending libraries University and college libraries Ethnic and religious libraries Lineage society libraries Public and Private Libraries Public libraries can be very small on the local level or very large on the state level. Most public libraries have materials that can be loaned out, though that service may be restricted to residents. Usually reference books, which may include genealogical material (or fragile or irreplaceable books), are not allowed out of the library....

This applies particularly to fans of weight lifting. It is common advice to avoid lifting heavy objects as your pregnancy progresses; so your exercise routine is going to adjust. You want to protect your growing bump, after all! Luckily, there are plenty of ways to modify your workouts without sacrificing any sweat. Here is what you need to know about lifting weights safely during pregnancy. Lifting Weights While Pregnant The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists lists resistance exercise, including lifting weights, as safe during pregnancy....

Step One Have your child paint or color four paper plates gray. Step Two Trace an outline of her hands on the two remaining plates. Step Three Cut out the trace. This will be used for the ears. Step Four Trace an an outline(lengthwise) of a toilet paper roll onto grey construction paper and cut it out. She can also use white paper and paint it grey. This will be the elephant’s trunk....

Creating books with your child is fun to do and can be as simple or complex as you wish. Some home-schoolers spend weeks creating professional looking bound books, but the process needn’t be time consuming. If you like, you can simply staple sheets of paper inside a construction paper cover or use a small notebook, scrapbook, photo album, or three-ring binder with plastic sleeves. Print the story your child dictates (or let him print it himself) at the bottom of each page, then let your child illustrate the pages with his own artwork, photos, or pictures cut from magazines....