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		<title>Babies Love Boxes</title>
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Parents often go overboard when buying Christmas presents for their children, especially when that child is their first. What parents find out, after their babies are old enough to sit up and play, is that babies usually love boxes more than the toys that were originally in them.
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<p>Parents often go overboard when buying Christmas presents for their children, especially when that child is their first. What parents find out, after their babies are old enough to sit up and play, is that babies usually love boxes more than the toys that were originally in them.</p>
<p>Don’t become too discouraged. It happens to nearly every parent. When someone suggests that you may not want to spend so much on actual gifts because an infant won’t be able to appreciate them, you might want to listen. If they have children of their own, you may be able to avoid some of the same frustrations they’ve had.</p>
<p>What is it about boxes that draws the attention of babies? Part of the appeal may be that boxes are large and easily manipulated. Boxes are also lightweight so they won’t hurt if the baby drops them. Finally, as everyone knows, nothing tastes better than cardboard!</p>
<p>Since babies love boxes so much, don&#8217;t fight it. Take advantage of their interest in boxes to begin to teach them to use their imagination. Your baby won&#8217;t totally develop their sense of imaginative play until they are pre-school age, but there&#8217;s no reason to wait too long before encouraging this type of play.</p>
<div style="float:left;margin:15px;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HAUMMO?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=babys1st-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B000HAUMMO"><img src="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31534Z4H0XL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><img style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ipkbaby-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B000HAUMMO" border="0" alt="" width="1" height="1" /></div>
<p>Actually, if you haven&#8217;t looked at toys lately, you can <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00005J38T?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=babys1st-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B00005J38T">buy pretend food</a></strong><img style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=babys1st-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B00005J38T" border="0" alt="" width="1" height="1" /> to use in play kitchens. These are smaller than normal foods, so they&#8217;re easy for little children to handle. There are also plastic foods that are safe for children to put in their mouths.</p>
<p>One box that parents probably have in large numbers is <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HAUMMO?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=babys1st-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B000HAUMMO">baby wipes box</a><img style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=babys1st-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B000HAUMMO" border="0" alt="" width="1" height="1" />. Not only can they be used to store small things in, they can be used to build with like building blocks. If your baby is a boy, he can put his chunky cars in the box and then take them out and play with them. Little girls, once they start playing with baby dolls, can put their baby&#8217;s clothes in the wipe boxes and even use the wipe box as a bed.</p>
<p>With babies, it seems that simple is best. They really don&#8217;t need to have toys with all the bells and whistles. Lights and noises at this age may get their attention, but they may not hold that attention for long. Give them a couple of small boxes and they&#8217;ll be happy for quite some time.</p>
<p>As your baby grows, they have the potential to turn almost anything into a toy. They&#8217;ll find things in your home that you may not wish them to play with, so be concerned about baby-proofing your home.</p>
<p>Babies grow up so fast. One minute they&#8217;re brand new, small, and helpless. The next thing you know, they&#8217;re trying to get around on their own. Give them simple things to play with. Babies love boxes and they&#8217;re great items to help them use their imagination.</p>
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		<title>How to Calm a Crying Baby Naturally</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 19:01:25 +0000</pubDate>
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Nothing can be more nerve racking for a parent than the wail of a baby who can&#8217;t be comforted. You can lose a lot of sleep and at some points come close to losing your sanity.  While everyone has their own ideas for raising children one of the best things you can do for your baby [...]]]></description>
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<p>Nothing can be more nerve racking for a parent than the wail of a baby who can&#8217;t be comforted. You can lose a lot of sleep and at some points come close to losing your sanity.  While everyone has their own ideas for raising children one of the best things you can do for your baby is calm them naturally.  Here is some information to help you finally calm your baby.</p>
<p>Many parents and doctors will tell you to just leave your baby alone when they are crying.  The philosophy is that if no one comes to help the baby, they will learn to &#8220;self soothe&#8221;.  The truth is small babies don&#8217;t have the emotional capabilities to self soothe.  Yes, the baby will stop crying eventually, but only because it feels it has been abandoned and has given up on seeking help.  A baby who isn&#8217;t comforted when they cry believes their parents no longer care.  This can destroy the parental bond and the child&#8217;s self esteem.  Letting a baby &#8220;cry it out&#8221; may not always be the best option.</p>
<p>On the other hand, your psychological health matters too.  There&#8217;s bound to be the occasional time that you can&#8217;t take it anymore and no one is around to help you.  If you feel you&#8217;ve reached your breaking point, it&#8217;s all right to take a break from your child for a few minutes while you regroup.  If your child knows you&#8217;re coming back eventually, they will be less likely to feel abandoned.</p>
<p>The best way to learn to soothe your crying baby is to get to know them.  Most of the time, the child is crying because something is wrong: they&#8217;re hungry, tired, grumpy, sick, bored, or have one of a multitude of other needs, and every one of these problems has a different cry.  If you spend time with your baby and listen carefully, you should be able to distinguish one cry from another.  You should for other cues such as facial expressions and body language.  The sooner you learn to interpret your child&#8217;s crying, the sooner you&#8217;ll be able to satisfy their needs.</p>
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<p>Sometimes, babies don&#8217;t really have anything wrong with them and are just plain upset.  Here are a few suggestions for calming a fussy baby:</p>
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<li><strong>Play music.</strong> Many babies may also be soother by you singing to them or to simple white noise.</li>
<li><strong>Use Lavender.</strong> It is known to have natural calming properties: you could put it in their bath, bedroom, laundry, or almost anywhere that the soothing vapors will be able to comfort them.</li>
<li><strong>Use the 5 S’s. </strong> Swaddling, laying the baby on its Side or Stomach, Shhing, Swinging them in a mechanical swing or your arms, and offering a breast or pacifier to Suck on will trigger the baby&#8217;s natural calming reflex and help them relax.</li>
<li><strong>Distract them.</strong> Try to offer him his favorite toy or make quiet baby talk.  You may be able to get him to forget he was upset in the first place.</li>
<li><strong>Give your baby a massage.</strong> A massage can be just as relaxing for your baby as it is for you.  Be very gentle with your touch.</li>
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<p>If you&#8217;ve tried these and other remedies, but your baby still won&#8217;t stop crying, you should take them to the pediatrician just in case.  They may have something simple (but annoying), like colic, but it&#8217;s best to be sure that it&#8217;s not something more serious.</p>
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		<title>Decorating the Baby Room when you don&#8217;t know the Baby&#8217;s Gender</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 03:48:42 +0000</pubDate>
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White Bead Board Panel Hutch for Baby Changer - Raymond Furniture - HUTCH-BX20-W
It can be a challenge to decorate your new baby&#8217;s nursery when you have decided not to find out the gender of your baby during pregnancy. Thankfully we have a lot more choices available to us today than our parents and grandparents had [...]]]></description>
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<p>It can be a challenge to decorate your new <a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-nursery.html">baby&#8217;s nursery</a> when you have decided not to find out the gender of your baby during pregnancy. Thankfully we have a lot more choices available to us today than our parents and grandparents had when they were having babies. They worked with the two basic baby colors; blue and pink. We have the entire rainbow and our imagination is the only limit.</p>
<p>Before you put anything into your nursery, it&#8217;s a great idea to <strong>tackle the walls.</strong> You&#8217;re going to want something <strong>gentle</strong> and <strong>soothing</strong> that will work with all kinds of ideas you come up with later. Without being girlish or boyish, you could go for a simple blue sky scene using a few shades of light blue. Add in some fluffy clouds and you have a great backdrop for anything. Carry this same theme over into curtains with some fabric paints. Just about any fabric color you choose for the windows will look complimentary.</p>
<p>Most nurseries have four basic elements of furniture. <a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-cribs.html">The baby crib</a> and  <a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/changing-table.html">changing table</a> usually match. Then you have a  <a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/dressers.html">dresser</a> and a rocking chair for Mom. You may also have a cradle, but that&#8217;s more likely to be in your own bedroom. Since you won&#8217;t know the gender of the baby until you bring him home, and you certainly won&#8217;t feel like shopping for furniture then - you will probably want to go with natural wood tones. If you pick up some unfinished pieces, you can add color and design elements later when you have more time.</p>
<p>The next step in decorating your baby&#8217;s nursery might be all about the functions of the nursery. If you&#8217;ll be spending time in the nursery late at night, a little side nightstand with a lamp next to the rocker will be nice. Find a plain white lamp and lamp shade and you&#8217;ll be able to modify it later to match the theme you choose.</p>
<p>Look for two or three large shelves, two or three feet wide, at least eight inches deep and hang these up strategically around the room. Choose a natural wood tone to match the furniture or stick with white until later. These shelves will be a blessing to you for things like a small stereo, some <a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-books.html">books to read your baby</a> are so versatile and can flow with any ideas you come up with later when the baby is settled in. Whether you end up adding butterflies or frogs to the room later, the blue sky and neutral additions will fit perfectly.</p>
<p>This is a room with a really nice canvas of sky and all of the basics in place. You can wait for baby to  reveal his or her gender to really dig into a decorating theme, or just choose to go with something that isn&#8217;t girl or boy specific to get everything done in advance. Whichever you choose, don&#8217;t be afraid to be daring - remember, the nursery gets redecorated in just a few short years and you get to have the fun all over again.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-furniture-for-frugal-families.html">Baby Furniture  for Frugal Families</a> - Ideas to get you thinking frugally before rushing out  to purchase furniture for your baby&#8217;s room.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/nursery-themes-for-baby-girls.html"> Popular Nursery Theme Ideas for Baby Girls</a> -  You&#8217;ve found out that your precious bundle of joy will be a girl. Pictures of pink and frills suddenly fill your head. But, decorating for a little girl doesn&#8217;t have to be limited to pink.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/nursery-themes-for-baby-boys.html">Popular Nursery  Theme Ideas for Baby Boys</a> - The ultrasound showed that a bouncing baby boy  is on the way. Now you need to prepare a room in which he can grow and have  adventures.</p>
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		<title>Baby Nursery Rugs</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 20:45:09 +0000</pubDate>
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</style>As you decorate your baby&#8217;s nursery, you may want to look for some baby nursery rugs that will match your baby&#8217;s room decor. Here a re a few to get your started:






Noah&#8217;s Ark Rug
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</style><p>As you decorate your baby&#8217;s nursery, you may want to look for some baby nursery rugs that will match your baby&#8217;s room decor. Here a re a few to get your started:</p>
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<p align="left">Complete Your Noahs Ark Nursery With This Rug The soft and cozy Noahs Ark Rug is a great way to introduce kids to one of the bibles most enduring tales It is handcrafted and hand dyed and is backed in canvas for lasting durability 100 cotton Handcrafted double canvas Professional rug cleaning no bleach</p>
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Farm Rug</a></p>
<p align="left">Old Mcdonald had a farm The sumptuously soft and cozy Farm Rug features barns cows and chickens It will surely add a delightful charm to your child&#8217;s room The rug is handcrafted and hand dyed and then backed in canvas for<br />
lasting durability Made of 100 cotton Handcrafted double canvas Recommended Care: Professional rug cleaning or hand wash</td>
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<p align="left">Match That Rug Your child will be delighted with this train rug Place it next to his bed and hell be off to dream land flying away on his imaginary train Small Rectangle Dimensions:33&#215;52 Medium Rectangle Dimensions:48&#215;61</p>
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<p align="left">Charming and Everlasting The deliciously soft and cozy Pastel Gingham Rug is pleasing to the eye and to the touch The rug will be a delightful addition to any room This Pastel Gingham Rug is handcrafted and hand dyed and is backed in canvas for lasting durability 100 cotton Handcrafted double canvas Professional rug cleaning no bleach Dimensions: 28 x 48</p>
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<p align="left">Frogs lizards and slugs Bugs a little boys favorite Bring the outdoors into your kids room with this deliciously soft and cozy rug The Critters and Crawlers Rug is handcrafted and hand dyed and is backed in canvas for lasting durability Made of 100 cotton Handcrafted double canvas Recommended Care: Professional rug cleaning or hand wash Size: 28 x 48</p>
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<p align="left">Sugar N Spice And Everything Nice This chocolate and pink or blue colored rug is definitely a sumptuous edition for your little child&#8217;s room This deliciously soft and cozy rug is hand crafted and hand dyed to achieve the ultimate color and texture and then tied by hand to create the rugs unique look Made of cotton flannel Handcrafted double canvas Recommended Care: Professional rug cleaning or hand wash</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-room-themes.html">Baby Room Themes</a> -  Decorating your baby&#8217;s room is one of the most important things you can do while  waiting for your little one to arrive.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/nursery-themes-for-baby-boys.html">Popular Nursery  Theme Ideas for Baby Boys</a> - The ultrasound showed that a bouncing baby boy  is on the way. Now you need to prepare a room in which he can grow and have  adventures.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/nursery-themes-for-baby-girls.html">Popular Nursery Theme Ideas for Baby Girls</a> - You’ve found out that your precious bundle of joy will be a girl. Pictures of pink and frills suddenly fill your head. But, decorating for a little girl doesn’t have to be limited to pink.</p>
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Baby Nursery Rugs

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Baby Mobiles

Room Decorations &#38; Accents



Baby nursery on your mind lately? You&#8217;ve come to the right place: here you&#8217;ll find ideas on picking a theme for your baby&#8217;s room, as well as what are some of the essentials you need to decorate a special room for
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<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-nursery.html">Baby nursery </a>on your mind lately? You&#8217;ve come to the right place: here you&#8217;ll find ideas on picking a theme for your <a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-room.html">baby&#8217;s room</a>, as well as what are some of the essentials you need to decorate a special room for<br />
a special baby.</p>
<p>One of the first decisions new parents make regarding a baby nursery is the theme. For some parents this is simply done by selecting a character or favorite cartoon, such as Charlie Brown from Peanuts, or Strawberry Shortcake. However, your <a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-room-themes.html">baby nursery theme</a> does not have to rely on a character theme.</p>
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<p>Some playful themes for your baby nursery may include the following ideas:</p>
<ul>
<li>Fish/Aquatic Life</li>
<li>Cats and Dogs</li>
<li>Sunshine</li>
<li>Clouds</li>
<li>Lemons</li>
<li>Patterns</li>
<li>Astrology/Stars</li>
<li>Shapes</li>
</ul>
<p>Keep in mind when you are selecting the theme for your baby nursery, you will have to subsequently decorate the room accordingly. Some themes might be easier to accommodate for than others. For example, a Winnie the Pooh theme would probably not be difficult to plan for. Almost every baby store has hundreds of Pooh themed sheets, clothing, wall paper and other paraphernalia. On the other hand, selecting an obscure theme such as &#8220;salamanders&#8221; might be more difficult to shop for. It can be done however, so, should you select an unusual idea, just give yourself plenty of time to research the theme and find appropriate materials.</p>
<p>There are definite do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts to consider when planning a baby nursery. It&#8217;s important not to go overboard! Remember how rapidly babies grow. At some point, your beautiful little baby is going to turn to you and say &#8220;mommy, I want a different themed room!&#8221; and it may be sooner than you think!</p>
<p>That being said, there are a few essential items you need to consider purchasing to furnish your baby nursery:</p>
<ul>
<li> <a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-cribs.html">Crib</a></li>
<li> Mattress</li>
<li> <a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/changing-table.html">Changing Table</a></li>
<li> <a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/dressers.html">Dresser</a></li>
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<p>Now for those extras that make your baby&#8217;s nursery so special, here are some suggestions:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-mobiles.html">Baby Mobile</a> (make sure you remove this from the baby&#8217;s crib when he/she is able to grab it)</li>
<li> Rocker/Glider</li>
<li><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/diaper-stackers-disposal.html">Diaper Disposal System</a></li>
<li> Wallpapering and or similar decorations</li>
<li> Hamper</li>
<li> Ottoman</li>
<li> Night Light</li>
<li> Air Purifier/Humidifier</li>
</ul>
<p>No matter what theme you decide upon and what furnishings you select, your baby nursery is bound to become a place where you and your baby have countless opportunities to bond and grow together.</p>
<p>And here are some safety tips for your baby nursery:</p>
<ul>
<li> make sure you have a working smoke detector in or near your child&#8217;s bedroom.</li>
<li> secure the windows to prevent accidental falling out of the window</li>
<li> Keep drapery and blind cords out of baby&#8217;s reach from the crib and changing table.</li>
<li> protect unused electrical outlets</li>
<li> invest in a safety gate if your home has interior stairs</li>
<li> remove balloons from the baby&#8217;s room as soon as the welcome home party is over</li>
</ul>
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Many folks set about creating a nursery knowing that the space is being designed 100% with a new baby in mind. Other areas of your home however, often do not take on much significance related to the baby. One novel idea that might better enamor your baby and soon to be toddler to other areas [...]]]></description>
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<p>Many folks set about creating a nursery knowing that the space is being designed 100% with a new baby in mind. Other areas of your home however, often do not take on much significance related to the baby. One novel idea that might better enamor your baby and soon to be toddler to other areas of the home, particularly your main living space, is creation of a &#8220;baby center.&#8221; A baby center can be located in any area of the home, but most commonly works well in the living area or family area.</p>
<p>The purpose of a baby center is to provide a focal point and activity center for your child as they learn to crawl, toddle and gain an active interest in exploration and toys. Remember that as babies begin to explore the world around them with newfound excitement and interest, they often &#8220;taste&#8221; anything and everything that falls in their path. Therefore it is critical that you ensure that the area where your baby will be spending a large part of their day is safe, secure, and free of small objects that your baby might accidentally ingest.</p>
<p>Creation of a <strong>baby center</strong> alleviates the need for excessive monitoring. You can set aside a section of your home, and fill it with fun baby oriented toys and learning items such as books, bouncing chairs, building blocks and discovery centers. Some tips on creating a safe center for your baby&#8217;s activities and some common baby proofing ideas are listed below:</p>
<ul>
<li>Keep an eye out for small objects: ensure that there is nothing nearby that is small enough to for your baby to ingest.</li>
<li>Watch out for electrical outlets and devices: cover any outlets using plastic plugs and keep any lamp or television cords out of harm&#8217;s way. NEVER place any cords attached to items a baby can pull down within arms reach of your baby center</li>
<li>Watch out for any potential poisons: keep in mind that any liquid material nearby could be accidentally ingested</li>
<li>Keep baby center clear of stairs: be sure that safety gates block the top and bottom of any open stairways, and always have them fastened when baby is up and about</li>
</ul>
<p>To keep things organized within your baby center, consider purchasing a large plastic tub to store all of baby&#8217;s toys when they are not in use. Also have a supply of spit up rags handy to catch any mess that is produced as a result of baby&#8217;s adventurous activity.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/nursery-themes-for-baby-boys.html">Popular Nursery Theme Ideas for Baby Boys</a> - The ultrasound showed that a bouncing baby boy is on the way. Now you need to prepare a room in which he can grow and have adventures.</p>
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(NC)-When it comes to learning, the age-old question &#8220;How young is too young?&#8221; arises in the
&#8220;Children begin learning from birth. And, when it comes to literacy and numeracy development, a child can&#8217;t begin learning early enough,&#8221; says Dr. Donna McGhie-Richmond, Educational Specialist with Kumon Math and Reading Centers. &#8220;Learning to read is the foundation of [...]]]></description>
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<p>(NC)-When it comes to learning, the age-old question &#8220;How young is too young?&#8221; arises in the</p>
<p>&#8220;Children begin learning from birth. And, when it comes to literacy and numeracy development, a child can&#8217;t begin learning early enough,&#8221; says Dr. Donna McGhie-Richmond, Educational Specialist with Kumon Math and Reading Centers. &#8220;Learning to read is the foundation of all academic achievement.&#8221;</p>
<p>Parents need to provide developmentally appropriate ways of encouraging and supporting early learning. It is important to understand that young children learn through play, exploration, dialogue and interaction.</p>
<p>While <strong>building sandcastles</strong> in a sandbox or <strong>molding an inter-planetary spaceship</strong> with play dough may seem like only fun, children are actually fine-tuning their motor skills with every shape they create. They are learning about <strong>shapes and quantities</strong>, and if we look very closely we can see that they are expressing their understanding of their world.</p>
<p>And while a child&#8217;s head may perk up over hearing about how old Mother Hubbard got stuck in a cupboard, the child is also absorbing the rich language and sounds of the words expressed in the <strong><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-nursery.html">nursery</a> rhyme</strong>.</p>
<p>Nursery rhymes and songs are a good way to teach young children about <strong>rhythm, language and rhymes.</strong> Understanding and being able to manipulate the individual sounds in words is critical to learning to read.</p>
<p>Fundamental skills are learned through play and contribute to the development of early literacy and numeracy skills.</p>
<p>And, as the family becomes a child&#8217;s first teacher, the learning experiences they provide will have an impact on their child&#8217;s future reading and math skills.</p>
<p>But, there is a limit to how a baby or young child can be taught through structured learning activities.</p>
<p>Kumon recommends that children this young learn in a stress-free environment. &#8220;Learning should be stressed, not stressful,&#8221; says Dr. McGhie- Richmond. &#8220;It can be part of their routine, not all of their routine.&#8221;</p>
<p>In answer to the question, it is important to remember that children are never too young to start learning, but in the early stages, critical fundamental math and reading skills are best developed naturally through play, exploration and dialogue with family members.</p>
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		<title>Baby Showers -  All You Ever Wanted to Know</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 03:41:24 +0000</pubDate>
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Baby Shower Fundamentals - Are baby showers part of your life? Do you need ideas for unique baby shower games, favors, gift ideas? If so, you are in the right place: here you&#8217;ll find everything you need to put together a great baby shower. Come back often, as we will be adding more resource for [...]]]></description>
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<p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605418" target="_blank">Baby Shower Fundamentals</a> - Are baby showers part of your life? Do you need ideas for unique baby shower games, favors, gift ideas? If so, you are in the right place: here you&#8217;ll find everything you need to put together a great baby shower. Come back often, as we will be adding more resource for your baby shower<br />
needs.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-shower-thank-you-cards.html">Baby Shower Thank You Cards</a> - If you are in charge of the baby shower for your sister or friend, remember to help her with her Thank you cards. It will help the new mom tremendously if you set her up with baby shower thank you cards.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/planning-baby-shower.html">Planning the Perfect Baby Shower</a> - Planning the perfect baby shower can be a fun and easy process provided you include some key ingredients.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-shower-games.html">Baby Shower Games</a><strong> - </strong>We&#8217;ve gathered several baby shower games for your convenience. Have fun, and don&#8217;t hesitate to let us know if we can offer anything else, or, if you have any new games you would like us to add.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-shower-gifts.html">Baby Shower Gifts</a> - Baby shower gifts don&#8217;t have to be a burden to get. Find suggestions here.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-shower-themes.html">Baby Shower Themes</a> - Selecting a baby shower theme does not have to be burdensome, and can in fact be fun and easy with a little creativity and planning.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/baby-shower-favor-ideas.html">Easy Baby Shower Favor Ideas </a>- Discovering baby shower favor ideas is easy once you&#8217;ve planned the shower theme and consulted with the mom to be.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/unique-baby-shower-favors.html">Fun &amp; Unique Baby Shower Favors</a> - With a little creativity, you can create unusual and fun baby shower favors.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/wrap-baby-shower-gifts.html">Wrap Adorable Baby Shower Gifts</a> - Are you going to a baby shower? Gifts for babies are always so cute – here are some ideas to create gift wrapping that is just as adorable as the gift you are giving.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/luxury-baby.html">Luxury Baby Gifts</a> - What better way to show how much you love that brand new baby, than buying a luxurious stroller, or baby bedding, or other luxury gift?</p>
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5 Minute Recipe Cards</a>Mom and Dad are going to be busy after their bundle of joy is born, and they won&#8217;t have much time to spend cooking! Help them out - have guests bring a recipe to the Shower&#8230; but these recipes need t&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605357">Read 	More</a></td>
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Baby Trivia</a>This isn&#8217;t just for moms! Even the guys will want to compete to answer trivia questions about newborn babies. See if your guests know the answers to these outlandish - and surprising - facts. Great fo&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605358">Read More</a></td>
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Baby Word Finds</a>Stump your guests and test their speed with this Pencil &amp; Paper game. All hidden words are baby-related, of course. Guests compete to be the first to find all words, or set a time limit and watch your&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605359">Read More</a></td>
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Everything Baby - From A to Z!</a>Think you&#8217;re hip to everything there is for Baby? Play this game and find out! Guests race against each other to be the first to name something baby related for each letter of the alphabet. Start prin&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605363">Read 	More</a></td>
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Family Bingo</a>This fun bingo twist will tickle your guests! Instead of baby items or gifts, we let you type in names of the baby&#8217;s new relatives in each bingo square, like Grandma Judy, Sister Mia, and Aunt Joan. T&#8230;<a><br />
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Finish Grandma&#8217;s Sentence</a></p>
<p>Grandma knows best! You&#8217;ve heard her advice a million times, but can you remember what she said? Have fun filling in the blank and finishing Grandma&#8217;s sentence of these favorite old-time American phra&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605365">Read More</a></td>
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Foreign Language Baby</a>How many ways can you say baby? One for every language! Find out who has the gift of gab&#8230;and who can use it to match these 10 languages with their own way of saying &#8216;baby&#8217;. Start printing as soon as&#8230;<a><br />
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Finish Mommy&#8217;s Phrase / Finish Daddy&#8217;s Phrase</a>Guests compete to find out who is the best mind-reader as they try to finish Mommy’s phrase! You&#8217;ll get lots of laughs as guests try to out-wit and out-guess Mom when she is given a phrase such as “Ba&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605367">Read More</a></td>
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<p><a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605368">Finish That Baby Quote!</a>He said What?! She said That?! You&#8217;ve heard it said before, but do you remember well enough to fill-in-the-blanks of these baby quotes from famous people? Test your memory and see who can boast the mo&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605368"></a></td>
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Family Ties</a>Birds of a feather flock together&#8230;but what do you call the family? Humans keep their family together in a clan, ants in a colony - but can you match other animals to their family name? Start printin&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605369">Read More</a></td>
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Guess Baby&#8217;s Birthday</a>This fun baby shower classic is now easier than ever! Just print out the cards and let guests take their best guess for Baby&#8217;s date of birth, time of birth, weight, length, eye and hair color. There&#8217;s&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605370">Read More</a></td>
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Girl or Boy?</a>Do you believe in Old Wives Tales? Have Mom-to-be take this test to predict whether she will be having a Girl or Boy. They&#8217;re 0% accurate, but 100% fun! Even if mom-to-be already knows, test modern me&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=3373&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=454605372">Read More</a></td>
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		<title>Do Cloth Diapers Make Potty Training Easier?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 21:30:22 +0000</pubDate>
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Parents of today&#8217;s toddlers can choose from numerous products designed to help with potty training.  There are potty chairs, potty seats, potty books, and potty dolls.  There are sticker charts, flushable wipes, and even alarm watches that remind your child that it&#8217;s time to go to the potty.
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<p>Parents of today&#8217;s toddlers can choose from numerous products designed to help with potty training.  There are <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&amp;location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26x%3D0%26ref%255F%3Dnb%255Fss%255Fgw%26y%3D0%26field-keywords%3Dpotty%2520chair%26url%3Dsearch-alias%253Daps&amp;tag=gifts911-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957">potty chairs</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&amp;location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26x%3D0%26ref%255F%3Dnb%255Fss%255Fgw%26y%3D0%26field-keywords%3Dpotty%2520seats%26url%3Dsearch-alias%253Daps&amp;tag=gifts911-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957">potty seats</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&amp;location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26x%3D0%26ref%255F%3Dnb%255Fss%255Fgw%26y%3D0%26field-keywords%3Dpotty%2520books%26url%3Dsearch-alias%253Daps&amp;tag=gifts911-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957">potty books</a>, and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&amp;location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26x%3D0%26ref%255F%3Dnb%255Fss%255Fgw%26y%3D0%26field-keywords%3Dpotty%2520dolls%26url%3Dsearch-alias%253Daps&amp;tag=gifts911-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957">potty dolls</a>.  There are sticker charts, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&amp;location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26x%3D0%26ref%255F%3Dnb%255Fss%255Fgw%26y%3D0%26field-keywords%3Dflushable%2520wipes%26url%3Dsearch-alias%253Daps&amp;tag=gifts911-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957">flushable wipes</a>, and even alarm watches that remind your child that it&#8217;s time to go to the potty.</p>
<p>One of the most frequently used potty training aids is the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&amp;location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26x%3D0%26ref%255F%3Dnb%255Fss%255Fgw%26y%3D0%26field-keywords%3Dpull-ups%26url%3Dsearch-alias%253Daps&amp;tag=gifts911-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957">pull-up</a>: some have symbols on them that fade when wet, and some are made with tear-away sides in case of accidents.  But there is some debate as to their effectiveness.</p>
<p>The problem with pull-ups and diapers is that they absorb too well.  They pull moisture away from the child&#8217;s skin, and that is a good thing for babies.  But toddlers who are potty training can benefit from the motivation that a wet diaper provides.</p>
<div style="float:right;margin:15px;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00094HPVE?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=gifts911-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B00094HPVE"><img src="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31RGEJ5AQ9L._SL160_.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><img style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=gifts911-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B00094HPVE" border="0" alt="" width="1" height="1" /></div>
<p><strong>Advantages of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&amp;location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26x%3D0%26ref%255F%3Dnb%255Fss%255Fgw%26y%3D0%26field-keywords%3Dcloth%2520diapers%26url%3Dsearch-alias%253Dbaby-products&amp;tag=gifts911-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957">Cloth Diapers</a></strong></p>
<p>Moms who use cloth diapers have a bit of an advantage when it comes to potty training.  Cloth diapers allow the child to feel the wetness and discomfort caused by urination and bowel movements.  Most children find this quite unpleasant, and it provides a unique incentive to start using the potty.</p>
<p>Another good thing about cloth diapers when it comes to potty training is that they&#8217;re cheaper than disposable pull-ups.  So if your toddler has a lot of accidents you will have to wash diapers more often, but that is cheaper than buying more pull-ups.</p>
<p><strong>Disadvantages of Cloth Diapers</strong></p>
<p>One problem with cloth diapers as opposed to pull-ups is that they are usually harder for the child to pull down on his own.  So during the learning stages, he may need more help than he would otherwise when going to the potty.</p>
<p>Another disadvantage of cloth diapers is evidenced when traveling.  If the child uses the diaper, you will have to find somewhere to store it until you get back home.  If you&#8217;re not prepared, you could be in for a smelly car ride, especially if you&#8217;re on a long trip.</p>
<p><strong>Cloth Diapers May Make Potty Training Quicker</strong></p>
<p>Although they can be less convenient than disposables, many moms are choosing to use cloth diapers.  Those who are attempting to potty train often find that their children learn quickly.  In fact, statistics show that toddlers who wear cloth diapers are fully trained six months before those who wear disposable diapers or pull-ups.</p>
<p>Cloth diapers are inexpensive and better for the environment than disposable diapers.  They also provide an advantage to moms who are attempting to potty train.  So even though cloth diapers are less convenient than disposables in some ways, using them may result in less time in diapers for your child.</p>
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</style><p>With your new baby comes a new way of looking at clothing: baby body suits, tank shirts, baby bibs, pants, infant gowns, washcloths, mittens, caps and booties.</p>
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Bellepointe Red Nightgown for Baby Girls</a></p>
<p align="left">This fun nightgown for baby girls is solid red. The brand is Bellepointe. The fabric is 100% polyester and flame resistant. This nightgown comes complete with a matching bonnet in sizes 6 and 9 months. The larger sizes do not come with the bonnet&#8230;.<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=458786936">Read More</a></p>
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<p>Winnie the Pooh MVP Pajamas for Baby and Toddler Boys</a></p>
<p align="left">These fun pajamas for baby and toddler boys feature Winnie the Pooh. The fabric is 100% polyester and flame resistant&#8230;.<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=458622058">Read More</a></p>
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Royal Blue Team Slippers for Baby Boys</a></p>
<p align="left">Fun Infant Bootie Slippers • Non-skid sole • Elastic at the ankle keeps them on • Sizes are small toddler shoe sizes • Sized for infants&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=462666364">Read More</a></p>
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<p>Light Blue Little Angel Slippers for Baby Girls</a></p>
<p align="left">Fun Infant Bootie Slippers • Non-skid sole • Elastic at the ankle keeps them on • Sizes are small toddler shoe sizes • Sized for infants&#8230;<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=462666359">Read More</a></p>
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<p>The Cat in the Hat Pink Striped Footed Blanket Sleeper for Baby and Toddler Girls</a></p>
<p align="left">This adorable blanket sleeper for babies and toddlers features the Cat in the Hat. The fabric is a very soft 100% polyester fleece. The Cat in the Hat is an appliqué sewn on the front of the sleeper. This is an exquisite quality footed pajama&#8230;.<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=457659526">Read More</a></p>
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<p>The Grinch Green Striped Footed Blanket Sleeper for Baby Boys</a></p>
<p align="left">This fun footed blanket sleeper for baby and toddler boys features The Grinch from the Dr. Seuss classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas. The fabric is 100% polyester and flame resistant&#8230;.<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=457705571">Read More</a></p>
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<p>B.T. Kids Giraffe Set of Two Cotton Pajamas for Baby and Toddler Girls</a></p>
<p align="left">This is a set of two pairs of 100% cotton pajamas for baby and toddler girls. They are meant to be snug fitting. This is a $30 value. Each pair of pajamas normally retails for $15&#8230;.<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=456425178">Read More</a></p>
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<p>Little Dreamer Set of Two Cotton Pajamas for Baby and Toddler Girls</a></p>
<p align="left">These adorable pajamas are 100% cotton. They are meant to be snug fitting&#8230;.<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=456827774">Read More</a></p>
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<p>Leopard Pajamas for Baby and Toddler Girls</a></p>
<p align="left">These adorable pajamas for babies and toddlers  feature a leopard print. The fabric is 100% polyester and flame resistant&#8230;.<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=457109873">Read More</a></p>
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<p>Navy and Blue Bear Footed Sleeper Pajamas for Toddlers and Baby Boys</a></p>
<p align="left">These adorable footed sleeper pajamas for toddler and baby boys is made of soft, plush fabric. It features a bear print. The fabric is 100% polyester and flame resistant&#8230;.<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=457268841">Read More</a></p>
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<p>Doggie Set of Two Cotton Pajamas for Baby and Toddler Girls</a></p>
<p align="left">These fun pajamas for baby and toddler girls are 100% cotton. This is a four piece set. The tops and bottoms can be mixed and matched. These pajamas are meant to be snug fitting&#8230;.<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=457594023">Read More</a></p>
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<p>Dinosaur Set of Two Cotton Pajamas for Baby and Toddler Boys</a></p>
<p align="left">These fun pajamas for baby and toddler boys are 100% cotton. This is a four piece set. The tops and bottoms can be mixed and matched. These pajamas<br />
are meant to be snug fitting&#8230;.<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=5181&amp;userID=112089&amp;productID=457594020">Read More</a></td>
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<p><a href="http://www.babys-first-year.com/babys-first-shoes.html">Baby&#8217;s First Shoes</a> - Any parent of an active toddler has asked this question: &#8220;When should my child start wearing shoes? There is no clear consensus. Some parents buy shoes as soon as their baby pulls herself into a first tentative stand; others wait as long as possible, preferring not to constrict their children&#8217;s feet.</p>
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