There is a quiz that you might have taken entitled “How many goats am I worth”. It’s a cute thing, tweaked and repeated across the net and while it is fun, is it accurate? Well, dowry and bride-price (both of which we will explain in this article) can vary quite a bit in the ‘haggling’ …
While the ‘what age will I get pregnant quiz’ is a popular online test, how viable is it? Well, there are a number of factors which come into consideration when trying to determine when you will be a parent and while it’s a fun quiz we think that a LOT more questions might provide a …
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When it comes to entertainment things are a lot easier with toddlers. You may not think this initially but look at the scenario. Your child is very young and everything is still new. This means that you’ve got your job cut out for you if you exercise a little creativity and put your mind to …
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Raising a new baby can be terrifying. There is so much to learn and every time your child shows the slightest sign that anything is out of the ordinary you find yourself going from 0 to PANIC. One common example we hope to shed a little light on so that you can replace worry with …
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While the information age is a wonder in many ways it can be almost suffocating. Take the subject of your baby’s hair, for instance. Going through various forums you can end up getting so much advice that seems shaky or flat out conflicts with what the next person is saying and you never know what …
When trying to find the perfect gift we often find ourselves cursing a little inside. What is your child going to really like? Sure, you could get something that is completely educational but you know that deep down they probably won’t like it. Unless the educational value is well-hidden, of course, and if it is …
As a new parent it can be difficult to plan a family activity. You have to make sure that the youngest and the oldest alike will be entertained and distracted enough because if they are not, you KNOW they’ll take it out on each other. The logistics of the decision can get a little confusing. …
Everyone has advice on finding a new crib or stroller, but what about gates? When your baby becomes mobile, when you watch those first steps, your first thought is ‘oh my god, my baby is walking!’, followed soon by ‘oh crap, my baby is walking EVERYWHERE!’. This, of course, is followed with a mad panic …
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Entertaining young kids so that they aren’t taking out their boredom in destructive ways at home can be tricky if you are new to this whole parenting thing. Thankfully, this is the information age and parents across the world can share the tips and tricks that can make this task much easier. So, what things …
It’s an understandable cause for alarm. Your baby is foaming at the mouth, like Cujo from the Stephen King novel. First, you can relax a little on that point, as it’s quite unlikely that your child has rabies. So what gives? Can your little one breathe properly? In this article we are going to discuss …
Homemade pregnancy tests abound and are still popular for the reasons you’d expect. In this day and age, privacy is the biggest concern. So let’s say that you are trying a bleach pregnancy test that you read about and it turned clear or bubbly. What does it mean? How does this type of test work? …
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Babies will always surprise you. You’ve spent months now getting them to where they are sleeping semi-regularly and then out of the blue your baby changes everything. What gives? The phenomenon that you are experiencing is known as 12 month sleep regression and while it is completely normal it can come as something of a …
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While unscented detergents are generally recommended this does not mean that there are not scented varieties out there that are safe for your baby. There are quite a few, actually. So why not have the best of both worlds? In this article we are going to discuss the best smelling laundry detergent options so that …
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They never cease to surprise you. Your baby is a an almost unbelievable source of odd behaviors that seem to make little sense at first. Then you do a bit of research or consult another mommy or daddy and wham, suddenly it all fits! Today’s subject of weirdness is ‘is it safe if my baby …
Unfortunately, not all pregnancies are wanted due to the emotional and financial issues adults still have to face. If you’re considering the abortion pill, then you must have a lot of questions. One of the frequently asked questions is the abortion pill cost and the symptoms to expect from it. I know how scary it …
There are many to expect from your 10 month old besides being so close to their first year of life! This is also the optimum time to incorporate a 10 month old schedule for them to get used to. That way, they can begin learning the idea of a routine and have healthier, more consistent …
Once my little one hit six months old, it felt like an entire milestone! Not only are they a bit older and follow a pattern better, but I survived the first few months as they learned and developed most of the firsts! However, I still wanted to learn the usual 6 month old schedule baby …
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Being a new parent, you’ll notice that your newborn sleeps a LOT throughout the day, even once they hit six weeks old! It does make you wonder what the 6 week old sleep schedule is like, worrying if they need to be fed at certain times or to leave them be for rest. Well, not …
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Are you thinking about terminating your pregnancy because of health reasons or unplanned situations? There might be a lot of things going on in your mind, from what to expect down to, “how much is an abortion?” As you do your research, you’ll find out that there are a lot of things to consider when …
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You know the schedule by now. You have daytime feedings, mixed with playtimes, followed by a bedtime feeding and then the rough one, the late night feeding. Typically your baby should eat and then go back to dreamland but that is not always the case. So what do you do if your baby won’t go …
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What can you do when your baby doesn’t sleep? Is something wrong with them? Babies can demonstrate extremely fickle sleep schedules sometimes for a number of reasons. So what are those reasons? In this article we are going to strive to answer that question so that you can understand why your baby wakes up every …
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If there is one thing you have come to expect with regularity from your baby, it’s poop. Day pooping, night pooping, creative, surprise pooping. It’s not their fault, of course. Their little digestive systems are still developing. Today, however, you got an alarming surprise. You checked the diaper and this time there is foamy baby …
We do everything that we can in order to ensure that our babies are as safe and sound as possible. Still, sometimes they surprise us. It’s easy to panic when it looks like something is wrong. So, in this case, baby has a blister on his lip. What can you do? How did this happen? …
When it comes to the baby, parents have a never-ending gauntlet to run. So many things are unsafe for baby and even something as simple as fabric softener can betray you. So, is fabric softener really dangerous for your baby? We’ll discuss why fabric softener is not a good idea for your child as well …
If your newborn is sleeping on their side then this is a habit that we will want to wean them out of. It might be that your newborn likes sleeping on their side but until they are older we will want to discourage this. In this article we will go into the reasons why as …
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Is your baby restless, tossing and turning, but never completely relaxed? Is this normal? If your 3 month old baby moves a lot in her sleep there may be a few things that you can do to help. In this article we will discuss some of the primary reasons why your baby moves around a …
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Ever thought about using a humidifier for you and for your baby? They are handy little devices. When the air is dry it is quite easy to develop complications from sinus issues. With a humidifier, that is simply not an issue. As a bonus, you can add essential oils to the humidifier that will not …
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It’s a terrifying thing. In the middle of the night your baby wakes up, crying hysterically. What do you do? What is causing this? Well, the good news is that it’s not a ghost problem (well, probably!), but what sort of thing can cause this? In this article we will review the potential reasons why …
When it’s your first baby or not, there are always questions. Baby’s come with a lot of rules and no instruction manual. It’s mind boggling. Formula is a great example. For instance, when it comes to formula feeding you might be wondering ‘can I use Enfamil Infant for a newborn or is that bad for …
Looking for a way to soothe baby and solve that nightlight problem at the same time? A baby projector might be the answer for you! A projector can give your baby a soothing light show while providing mild illumination to keep your baby feeling safe and secure. In this article we will review baby projectors …
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As your child develops there are a number of odd behaviors that you are going to observe. Some of them might even seem downright weird. The initial instinct is to worry, after all, baby is fragile and those parenting instincts are fierce! So when you notice your baby doing something like sucking their bottom lip …
So, you look over and notice your baby is chewing at something. Did you leave some food lying close? What is he chewing? A little investigation ensures and you figure out that your baby is actually chewing his tongue. Yikes! Is that normal? Actually, it’s quite possible that the answer is ‘yes’. In this article …
Your little one is doing something alarming or rather, NOT doing something. It’s something that you have expected to be fairly regular. Why hasn’t baby pooped in 24 hours? You’ll be happy to know that most likely this in normal. In this article we will discuss baby’s pooping schedule as well as symptoms that can …
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It’s your first baby and sadly, they don’t come with instruction manuals. Is it normal if your newborn is not pooping but only passing gas? Actually, it is something that occurs commonly. In this article we are going to go into the reasons why this occurs so that you will have a better idea why …
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There’s nothing quite like a baby shower. These days, they aren’t even necessarily a ‘ladies night’ type gathering. Some men and children might attend and join in the festivities of honoring the new mother and the little angel that will be coming soon. So how do you host a baby shower that’s a little less …
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Who doesn’t like rubber duckies? Have you been thinking of hosting a baby shower for someone close who is expecting a new little angel in their life? In this article we will give you some rubber ducky baby shower ideas that you can build on and use to craft a baby shower that will be …
Praise the heavens, a new baby is on the way! Are you looking to plan a moon and stars baby shower for a friend or family member and need a little bit of a foundation to get started? Well, look no further! In this article we will discuss organizing a baby shower with a moon …
There is a new princess coming into the world and everyone is excited. The perfect way to honor the royal mother and her little highness is a baby shower, of course. So how do you plan the perfect princess baby shower? Whether it is a Disney or standard-variety princess baby shower, it’s actually quite easy …
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Hey there, sports fans! Does your friend or family member have a new little sports legend on the way? How should you celebrate and get mom prepared for the times ahead? Why, a baby shower, of course! In this article we are going to give you some basic ideas on crafting your own baby shower …
Are you thinking about organizing a baby shower and looking for a theme? It’s easier than you think. All you need is a little creativity and drive and you can make a baby shower worth remembering. In this article we are going to explore a sample baby shower theme, in this case ‘The Royal Prince‘. …
So, is someone close to you expecting and they are hinting that they would like an elephant-themed shower? We can certainly help with that. Themed showers are a great way to evoke a fun-yet-organized atmosphere for a baby shower that keeps everyone in focus. So, what are some good ideas for an elephant baby shower? …
So, your baby is now or about to turn 9 months old. How do you prepare yourself for this wild age? If you haven’t created a schedule, it comes highly recommended. Like a ‘baby whisperer’, a schedule for your 9 month old can take some of the chaos out of your life and get your …
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Are you worried that your child has received a mosquito bite on the eyeball? Relax. The likelihood is that it is not a direct bite on the eyeball. Due to the reflex action of blinking and the tiny blood vessels available on the eyeball (versus the larger ones all over the body) then it is …
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Ahh, two months old. Right now you may be at the end of your rope. Try to keep in mind that baby is just as confused and bewildered as you are right now. So much new stimuli. In fact, everything is still pretty new. If this is your first baby it is all new for …
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