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Tenderness of mother’s arm for a peaceful sleep- best baby convertible cribs.
By: Inno Genx
Tags: Kid, Baby, Radheshyam Laminates

Tenderness of mother’s arm for a peaceful sleep- best baby convertible cribs. Mothers are the guardian angels whose world revolves around their kids. A mother understands even what something is not asked by the child. A feeling that cannot be expressed in words. Life begins with the warmth of the mother that stays throughout. A mother makes sure that her child gets the best of everything. Preparations begin right from when the baby is still in the womb. Once the baby is welcomed into the world, she chooses everything to make the baby comfortable. The most important factor of a baby’s healthy growth is a peaceful and sound sleep. It is believed that a good 12–14 hours of sleep is very essential for a baby to have a good metabolism and healthy growth. There is no tenderness anywhere else like that of a mother’s arms and children sleep soundly in them. Undoubtedly, a mother’s arms are the best, but it sometimes becomes difficult for those arms to be available all the time due to various reasons. Radheshyam understands this and we present the tenderness of mother’s arms in our baby convertible cribs. The best convertible cribs for the new addition to your family. All the convertible cribs available at Radheshyam are made of high-quality wood to ensure safety because your baby is equally precious to us as he/she is to you. Time runs rather quickly and in no time your baby will outgrow the first nursery set and this is why Radheshyam brings to you some of the best cribs that can be converted to full-size beds as your baby grows. We understand that children get emotionally attached to their belongings and would not be willing to get separated; hence, we have some of the best crib sets that convert to bed as per the needs of your child and also allows for comfortable adjustments with your kid’s space all through his/her growing years. At Radheshyam, you can find convertible sets that can convert from a crib of a toddler to a full-size bed of an adolescent that provides space for the growing needs of your child. We have a variety of products to furnish your baby’s space. Our theme-based collections namely Baby Boy, Baby Cotton, Baby Girl, Mocha Baby, Natura, and Romantic provide a good range to choose from for your baby either a boy or a girl. No matter what you choose, our products are durable while also being elegant and attractive, sure enough, to be your baby’s best companion as he/she grows. Each and every convertible set at Radheshyam is designed with strong and sturdy rails to adjust to your child’s requirements. The convertible crib sets at Radheshyam are sure to give your kid a peaceful and sound sleep throughout the growth years into adolescence. Your baby’s space is incomplete without a proper arrangement for a sound sleep. The most precious one in your life deserves the best sleep and Radheshyam makes it easy for you. Give your baby the tenderness of a mother’s arm for a peaceful sleep. Give the best baby convertible crib set from Radheshyam.
4 Common Chemicals Threats to Your Baby!
By: Bogi Care
Tags: Thaiproducts, Baby, Baby Care, Baby Products, Mommy Bloggers

It is important to check the ingredients in baby care products. If we are not careful, it may expose your baby to some chemicals that can affect baby’s health, especially the 4 chemicals that are often contaminated in cleaning products and toys:

1. SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) is a surfactant and foaming agent, which used in a variety of consumer products. It has been found in studies to irritate human skin, and it has to have ability to penetrate the skin.

2. Paraben is the preservatives, which used to keep cleanser products fresh and germ-free. Mostly found in a variety of products. However, it may increase risk of cancer and disrupt baby body’s immune system.

3. Alcohol is a common solvent in skincare products. It is helpful in absorbing the products but it can cause skin dry and irritation.

4. Phthalate is the chemical plasticizers to soften plastics which found in plastic and toys. It’s also linked to hormone disruption in baby.

As a parent, you’ve carefully to check ingredients list on baby products before use with your baby.

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Baby massage and its benefits
By: Idfs Shop
Tags: Aromatherapy, Baby, Environment, Nature, Plant Based

Babies need love and pampering. When they don’t get an adequate amount of sleep or sleeping pattern gets disturbed than they become cranky and certain health issue shows up. You really need to give a therapeutic massage to the baby to avoid an abrupt sleeping pattern. A gentle massage to a baby will promote relaxation and peaceful sleep.

Regular massage not only promotes relaxation & comfort but also hydrates and nourishes the baby’s skin. Moreover, it prepares the baby for a good & soundly night’s sleep.

You may use an oil or a relaxing massage balm for babies to make their experience more comfortable & enjoyable, as it lessens the friction between skins. Chamomile, almonds, lavender and petit grain bitter orange are some of the natural ingredients to look for while massaging a baby as it doesn’t cause any allergic reaction, skin irritation or a detox response.

Massage your baby once a day either while changing the diaper or during the night before sleep time to encourage a healthy digestive system, ease symptoms of colic and promote a quiet and restful night.

Steps to use baby massage:

· Set the mood, dim the light

· Place baby on a comfortable & safe surface

· Undress the baby

· With a gentle touch, target the right body parts like feet, legs, arms, chest and back

· When baby starts to fuss, it’s time to stop
NEWBORN BABY HACKS
By: Usman Siddiqui
Tags: Baby, Kids Health, Newborn, Kids, Pregnancy

Newborns! Adorable squished up little things that don’t come with an instruction manual. So here are my top newborn tips and hacks I have learned along the way.

Crying is your baby’s way of communicating.

If your baby cries they could be hot or cold, have a wet or dirty nappy, need winding, or most likely be hungry. Newborns feed every two to three hours but it could be more if there’s a growth spurt and there are growth spurts at three weeks, six weeks, three months, and six months so when in doubt just get it out.

One breastfeeding hack to remember which side you last fed on is to put a clip on your bra strap or a bracelet that you swap from wrist to wrist or even an elastic band. There are loads of fancy apps out there for breastfeeding but I find that these simple ways are the most effective. If you are breastfeeding make sure that you eat well and if you keep up your fluids.

It can be hard to know if your baby is getting enough but as long as they’re putting on weight from three weeks and having about 5 to 6 wet or dirty nappies a day you’re doing great. newborn babies can only focus on objects that are up to 15 inches away which is conveniently where your face is to the breast when you’re feeding your baby so talk to them, look at them and relax. By doing these things it can even help your milk flow. Winding is as important as feeding, If you don’t get the wind up it can go down to their tummies and need to come out the other way which can be really painful. To wind your baby a gentle pat on the back can work, a circular motion, leaning them forward or straightening their back out.

If you need to learn more then click on this link.
Breastfeeding and Traveling
Tags: Baby, Breastfeeding, Kids, Traveling, Children

Let’s just talk about travel and breastfeeding, today.

I have seen so many distressed mothers asking me how have I managed it, and how,

(a) Should they leave their baby back home while traveling and keep a fridge full of expressed breast milk

(b) Start with formula milk, at least while traveling

Well, mind you that latter is a trap and you will never get out once you fall into it. The formula intake only increases and never really ceases.

I have traveled with my babies since they were 3 months old and have traveled everywhere, both to places in India and abroad while still breastfeeding. My older one nursed for 24 months and the younger one is still nursing at 19 months. Contrary to what people might think, I don’t agree that it’s anything to be ashamed about. It’s something that makes me happy and I am absolutely non-receptive to any negative comments from people. I continue doing what I feel is right.

Did you know that the WHO recommends extended breastfeeding up to 2 years of age?

So why not do it? What is this skepticism all about?

Breastfeeding and traveling is rather easy and really non-stressful.

We always made sure to carry some breastfeeding covers but still kept the face of the baby out of cover and turned sideways, where I wasn’t visible to any of the people. So I would face the walls, corners at airports, take a window side seating to nurse, check out every feeding room, use disabled but clean toilets too, and of course, rail rooms at shopping malls since India has NO support for breastfeeding and shopping.

Eventually, having done this couple of times you get thick skinned and stop caring about what others think about it. Breastfeeding while traveling gets easier when you recognize your child’s needs and the importance of it.

So mommas please don’t hesitate. Breastfeeding while traveling is not all that tough. Don’t contemplate leaving your little ones back home only because you are worried about how and where to feed. Go out and take them with you! They can be absolute angels while traveling as long as they’re ok.
Baby Cribs — 10 Tips. Baby cribs can be beautiful, but the…
By: Susan Urban
Tags: Moms, Baby, Dads, Parenting, Baby Sleep

Baby cribs can be beautiful, but the first thing you want it to be is safe. The second thing is being practical. I know you are picturing baby’s room all cute, dreamy and like from a tale! But let’s focus on facts for a minute.

Safety requirements

Make sure that company you’re choosing is following up-to-date requirements. If you’re considering the antique design or buying used furniture, be aware that safety standards changed in 2011.

Bars

Bars should be spaced no more than 2 3/8 inches apart (yes, there is a rule for that!). The other thing is drop rails that you may remember from your childhood. Those are not recommended anymore.

Mattress

Pick the very firm mattress that does not sag under your baby’s weight. It should fit snugly, with no space between it and the crib walls — not even for a finger.

Height

More numbers — the top of the crib rail should be at least 26 inches from the top of the mattress (not the bottom!). As your child gets taller, you may lower the bed.

Bumper pads

There is no evidence that bumper pads can prevent injuries. In fact, older babies can try to use them for climbing out of the crib!

Toys

Rule no 1 — no toys! Also no pillows, comforters, blankets…

Emplacement

Place the crib in a stable condition. Probably away from windows, that can cause obstacles… Not only direct sunlight, temperature change, but also strings from blinds or curtains can be dangerous.

Timing

When your child is about 3 feet tall, he can start sleeping in a regular bed. You can choose from many designs, but again — think about safety!

Convertible options

Some cribs can later transform into a toddler and even full-size beds. Think about it when planning the baby’s space.

Remember, you don’t need the priciest crib. Safety is the most important thing. Safety and… sleep! Even the best crib won’t guarantee a baby’s sleep! If you want to be well-prepared, read my How to teach a baby to fall asleep alone guide. It’s a short book with tips on getting baby to sleep. I promise it is worth it!

Susan Urban
Are Babies Spoiled? The Psychology behind Babies Basic Sense of Security.
By: Koala Moms
Tags: Attachment, Baby, Sleep, Psychology, Parenting

Photo by Kristina Paukshtite from Pexels

Sigmund Freud suggested that until 18 and even 24 months of age babies live by the pleasure principle: they feel well, safe and secure when they are happy, satisfied and taken care of. The reverse is also true of the pain principle: they feel uncomfortable, unsafe or in pain due to hunger, fear, wet diaper, a shadow, etc. For babies, the chief motivating force in behavior is the tendency to achieve pleasure and avoid pain.

In infancy and early childhood, instincts to obey the pleasure principle rules behavior. They seek immediate gratification. They have not yet learned how to be patient, to endure pain and uncomfortable situations or feelings, in order to gain more in the future. They will learn to do so only later in life when they are able to comprehend that it is worth their while or that sometimes reality demands it of them. At this age, a baby does not have the ability to understand that mom and dad are busy right now and will be there in only a few minutes. When a baby wants or needs something she wants and needs it here and now. This has nothing to do with the baby being spoiled; it is simply the way babies are, with different needs and sensitivities.

Infants, quite helpless without the aid of their caregivers, may suffer both emotional and physical consequences of this type of attitude. For the infant to feel a sense of security, it is essential that she will be insulated from significant levels of stress. The baby should be set in a safe and caring environment where she receives an answer to her every need. When she is hungry she is fed, when she is frightened he is quickly hugged, when she is tired she sleeps in a peaceful and quiet environment and when she is cold or hot she is clothed appropriately.

Through healthy infant-mother, or other primary caretaker, the infant experiences an organic and richly stimulating attachment with her mother’s body. She often enjoys the warmth of her body, the tenderness of her touch and the softness of her voice. In these instances the baby would tend to feel a perfect sense of security. As Bowlby and other research suggests, this sense of security will provide a sense of belonging, a sense of attachment and a sense of unity and oneness with another, which will influence her personality for years to come.

Wishing you laughter and love,

Maya
Best Gifts & Toys for 9 Month Old Baby Boys & Girls in 2021
Tags: Baby, Toys For Babies, Baby Products, Toys, Infant

By the time most infants turn 9 month old they are expert crawlers, are beginning to pull themselves up using the furniture and may even be taking a step or two holding onto a piece of furniture. They can also scoot around on the seat of their pants, easily go from sitting to crawling position and are engaged in discovering more about the world around them.

We have compiled a list of some premium toys for 9 month old babies to aid you in your gift shopping.

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Top Pick: Melissa & Doug Stuffed Horse

Runner Up: Activity Cube

2nd Runner Up: Wooden Alphabet & Number Blocks

How We Evaluate Toys for 9 Month Old Babies

Choosing excellent toys for babies is important to us so we carefully evaluate every toy we choose for our list. Here is the criteria we use when selecting the best toys for 9 month olds.

Educational Value

The first thing we look at is the educational value of each toy. Will the toy aid the infant in their physical, cognitive, emotional and social development in some way including development of gross and fine motor skills, understanding cause and effect, and early problem solving skills.

Entertainment Value

We also consider the entertainment value of each toy including how frequently an infant may play with a specific toy and whether or not the toy will grow with the baby allowing them to continue to enjoy the toy for months or even years.

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The Best Gifts & Toys for 9 Month Old Girls & Boys

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1. PlaySkool Ball Popper

An older baby should love this ball popper since the balls pop up in the air and then run through some clear tubes and pop back up again all with the push of a large button. This toy plays upbeat music and some silly sound effects.
Don’t leave
By: Feranmi Segun
Tags: Love, Children, Baby, Mothers

Everybody knew Malomo. Malomo, the daughter of Wunmi that lived at the end of the street. The first and only child of the women who wailed almost every year over the loss of another child. Malomo that would have had six older siblings if they had stayed as she did. Malomo that didn't have the large scar on her eye, the one her mother gave Kosoko.

Malomo that grew, oblivious to the fact that her mother kept watching her, carefully keeping her, begging her not to leave, not to leave after getting her hopes up. Malomo that on her third birthday they started telling her mother “Congratulations,” because none of her children even lived till two. Was it not Malomo, the pride of her mother, that was spoiled and fed with two pieces of meat by her mother, so that she would stay.

Malomo that wanted a sibling so bad, but didn’t want to ask because she knew about the ones that came before her, and she didn’t want to hurt her mother. Malomo that broke a bottle on the head of the uncle that they never see again, because he touched her private parts the second time after she thought it was a mistake.

Malomo that her mother flogged in the middle of the street because she was going out with Ernest from her school, same Malomo that ran away from home for three days, causing the whole neighborhood to look for her, and for her parents to worry.

Malomo that had the fevers that made her mother cry, and she would ask if God was going her take her child from her now when the child was almost done growing. Malomo that screamed in terror those nights, and her mother would beg her late children to leave her daughter alone since they were the ones who decided not to stay.

Malomo that became big, and didn’t let anyone call her Malomo. No, if you wanted her to answer you you had to call her Mal.

Mal that left home at eighteen, that her mother called her three times a day to make sure she didn’t decide to leave her at that point in her life, even when the neighbours comforted her and said it wasn’t possible because Mal was her own woman now.

Malomo that got married and had a child. And that child loved her grandmother more than her mother did, and then she knew the meaning of her mother’s name, that it was a plea for her not to leave.
Apricot days of Motherhood
Tags: Motherhood, Baby, Happiness, Poem, Life

Apricot days of Motherhood (Photograph by Dr. Asha Gauri Shankar)

Everybody told me that it would go by fast,

I didn’t believe them

And now that you are one

I do.

I don’t know how in half a blink of an eye

You became a toddler,

And I am no longer supposed to call you a baby or baby you?

But baby, you’ll always be my baby

Even when you are forty and I am eighty,

Baby, you will always be in my heart

Even when your heart will be full of other people.

Your childhood and these days-

When you follow my every action, every word

When I am a celebrity in your universe-

Will hold me, hug me when I am old,

When I’ll no longer be able to see clearly

And hear like I do today,

I will remember these days

When I am your sun.

Baby these days are a gift, a miracle

People complaint about exhaustion, about sleepless nights,

about how they never get to do anything by themselves anymore

But I cherish these days,

Days of exhaustion and self-doubt

These days of such excruciating exhaustion

that sometimes I feel I have lost my mind, lost myself.

Because I realize how numbered these days are, how few.

They will soon be a thing of the past,

You will be out in the wild as you should be

And I really wouldn’t want it otherwise,

But baby these are the very days which I’ll remember

Which will carry me through till the end,

Which will make me say to God-

‘Take me now for my life has been rich’

The seeds in between (Photograph by the author)

These are the days to cherish-

The golden apricot days that are so sweet

That I don’t even mind the seeds in between.
This Early Child Who Had No Visitors For 5 Months Throughout Medical Facility Stay Gets Embraced…
Tags: Foster Care, Baby, Adoption, Kids, Mothers

This Early Child Who Had No Visitors For 5 Months Throughout Medical Facility Stay Gets Embraced By Her Nurse VK Apr 11, 2019·4 min read

Each year countless kids get in the foster care system and a number of them have a tough time discovering a steady house. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Person Providers Kid’s Bureau therefore over 690,000 kids in the foster care in 2017, and less than 60,00 0 of them were embraced.

Gisele who was born at 29 weeks to drug-addicted moms and dads has actually been embraced by the nurse who took care of her

2 years earlier, Gisele, who was born too soon and was identified with Neonatal Abstaining Syndrome as an effect of being exposed to opiates in the womb, might have wound up in the foster care system too, without any warranty of discovering a caring household to look after her. The little lady was fortunate sufficient to fulfill the nurse Liz Smith who chose to become her mom.

Liz constantly imagined ending up being a mom. She understood that having 13 nephews and nieces is inadequate for her, and she wished to have a kid of her own. Her fertility treatments were not successful and she had to offer upon attempting to get pregnant.

While lots of people motivated her to think about adoption, Liz hesitated to the concept. Her mind was altered nearly right away when she satisfied a gorgeous blue-eyed child at the Franciscan Kid’s health center she worked at.

Liz felt an instantaneous connection with Gisele and after discovering that nobody visited her for the previous 5 months she invested in the health center, Liz actioned in to look after her. Every day, after a long day at work, Liz would check out Gisele and assist her to recuperate.

While the health center supplied the very best care possible, the kindhearted nurse understood that for this child to recuperate, she requires a steady house and a caring mom and dad. Fortunately, Liz wanted to supply it to her.

After more than a year of remaining in foster care, Gisele was embraced by Liz in October 2018 Liz, who now is 45 years of ages and a 2-year-old Gisele is one pleased household.

In Spite Of not having a kid in a conventional method Lizz wished for, she now promotes for adoption and motivates other individuals to consider this course to get the household they imagine.

Here’s how individuals responded

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Baby Steps
By: Erin Kron
Tags: Type 1 Diabetes, Baby, Recipes For Diabetics, Pregnancy

We took the next steps toward starting a family — the IUD is scheduled to be removed at the end of December. After months of taking pre-natal vitamins, it’s beginning to feel more real. The nerves are definitely in full swing at this point! It almost doesn’t feel real. It probably won’t until the IUD is out. And maybe then not until I either can or cannot get pregnant.

All I know is — now the pressure is REALLY on to find at least 30 diabetic friendly recipes, pin down an exercise regimen, and to get my diabetes even more under control. You see — even though I have had a1Cs of 7 or less for the majority of my diabetic life, my control will need to be even tighter. To get to that point, my husband and I are trying different recipes to see how they impact my blood sugars. Fun fact — my favorite food, burritos, are not a good option for pregnancy with diabetes. Sad day! We have found some yummy alternatives, though, that should tide me over for the 9 months of a pregnancy (hopefully). I will definitely want a big, smothered burrito by the end of it all! Here are the recipes we have found so far:

Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi

Grilled Vegetable Frittata

Salmon with Cucumber–Yogurt Sauce and Carrot Salad

Grilled chicken and veggies

Spinach, goat cheese, strawberry, chicken salad

Tilapia tacos (without rice)

Salmon Stuffed Avocados

Greek Salad

Warm Lentil Salad with Garlicky Sausage

Taco Salad

Chicken Sausages with Peppers and Cauliflower Rice

Lentil Bowls with Fried Eggs and Greens

Fajitas

Split Pea Seared Scallops with White Bean Ragu and Charred Lemon

Omelets

Tilapia with Jalapeno Crab Topping and Cauliflower Rice

Baked Huevos Rancheros

Turkey + Lime Slow Cooker Chili

We have also learned that when my blood sugars won’t come down, for whatever reason, all I need to do is go for a walk or jump on the treadmill for 30 minutes. It works every time! Now, we work on gathering more recipes and perfecting the art of getting my blood sugars under control while we wait for December to come. Baby steps!
Heavily marketed kids’ cereals are least healthy · Dr Dad
Tags: Children, Parenting, Baby, Kids

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) — Breakfast cereals for children are less healthy than cereals meant for adults, and those marketed the most aggressively to kids have the worst nutritional quality, according to a new analysis of 161 brands.

“The cereal the parent is eating him or herself is probably better than what they’re feeding their child,” Dr. Marlene B. Schwartz of Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, the lead researcher on the study, told Reuters Health.

Schwartz and her colleagues also found that health claims made for kids’ cereals were often misleading. Cereals sold as “low fat” or “low sugar” were not lower in calories, as parents might assume, and while brands touted as “whole grain” did have more fiber, they had just as much salt, sugar, and fat as other brands and the same calorie content.

The food industry and public health authorities are both encouraging children to eat breakfast, especially ready-to-eat cereals, the researchers note in their report in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association. To compare the nutritional quality of cereals targeted to children and those marketed to adults, Schwartz, and her team looked at 161 cereals, 46 percent of which were marketed to children. A cereal was put in this category if it had a character on the box, toys or games inside, or the company’s Web site listed the brand as a children’s cereal.

Children’s cereals had more sugar, sodium, carbohydrate, and calories per gram than non-children’s cereals, and less protein and fiber. Sugar accounted for more than one-third of the weight of children’s cereals, on average, compared to less than one-quarter of the adult cereals. Thirty-four percent of the kids’ cereals met nutrition standards for foods sold in schools, compared to 56 percent of the non-children’s cereals, Schwartz, and her colleagues’ report.

Parents hoping to choose healthy cereals for their kids should look for brands containing 4 grams of sugar per serving (about one teaspoon) or less, Schwartz advised and should aim for 4 grams of fiber per bowl of cereal.

As a psychologist, Schwartz says, she urges parents who want to ban heavily marketed cereals from their homes to stick to their guns. “My advice to parents of young children is you’ve got to just make a decision and stick with it because if you give in once, you’re going to regret it. It’s just going to make your kid nag you even more.”

SOURCE: Journal of the American Dietetic Association, April 2006.
Tales from a Type 1
By: Erin Kron
Tags: Type 1 Diabetes, Baby, Pregnancy

At 15 months old, I was diagnosed with Juvenile, or Type 1, Diabetes. It was Christmas Eve, my parents had just found out they were pregnant with my brother, and there I was in the hospital. I will always appreciate the strength with which they dealt with such news at the time. A Type 1 diagnosis could have meant the end of many of their dreams for my future. It could have meant an excuse not to participate in many activities. It really could have changed the course of my life for the worse. Thank goodness for my strong parents; they never stopped guiding me to take care of myself. They NEVER let me use it as an excuse or reason to say “I can’t.”

Looking back on my childhood, I realize I have always been an “over participator” (yes — I may have just made that up. Stay tuned for more “Elaine”isms, as my parents affectionately call them). I played basketball, volleyball, soccer, and baseball. I was involved in Girl Scouts, church choir, church bells, and rode horses competitively. I took many AP classes in high school, was in Student Government, and participated in countless clubs and other extra-curricular activities.

Fast forward 29ish years — I’m 30 years old and married to my best friend. We are looking to explore the next big life milestone — pregnancy. I won’t lie — I’ve struggled with this decision A LOT. For whatever reason, pregnancy has been the thing that has caused me to say “I can’t.” I have run the gambit of why nots. “I’m diabetic, so I can’t.” “Managing my blood sugars through pregnancy is going to be almost impossible.” “I’m going to be a terrible mother.” “What if I literally cannot get pregnant?” “What if it destroys my relationship with my husband?” Trust me — the list is endless. Despite all of the reasons why not, we have found more reasons to try and so have decided to give it a try.

This blog is a telling of our journey through pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes. We are in the early stages now — talking to doctors, taking prenatal vitamins, figuring out the right foods and exercise regimen, and dreaming of the future. Let’s see how this goes!
Time Flies
By: Erin Kron
Tags: Type 1 Diabetes, Iud, Baby, Family Planning, Pregnancy

As strange of a year as 2020 has been, it has sure flown by! It feels like yesterday that my husband and I decided we would try for a family and I started taking folic acid and pre-natal vitamins to prepare. In fact, it was over 3 months ago that we started down this path. In just 1 week, I will be going to see my OBGYN to get my IUD removed, opening the door of possibilities on starting a family.

I can’t begin to describe the number of emotions swirling around inside my head. I have more questions than answers, more fears than knowns. I keep running questions through my mind. What if we simply can’t get pregnant? Will he be disappointed in me? Will I be disappointed in me? Could adoption be enough?

I know that most couples take at least 12 months to conceive. I have talked to people who took anywhere from 5 to 10 years and some who simply couldn’t, despite making every attempt. I know people who have unfortunately miscarried, had unviable pregnancies, and who struggle with infertility. My logic says this will not be an easy goal to achieve; my heart hopes that it is possible. Despite my doctor’s assurances that Type 1 Diabetes should not be a limiting factor in considering pregnancy, I still have reservations about it’s potential impact. And yet — despite my reservations, I know that the right thing to do is to try. My husband and I will be fantastic parents (although definitely not perfect ones!) and our families and friends will be the best support systems. I’m nervously excited, cautiously hopeful, and realistically optimistic that we have a long, high-potential journey ahead. The good news is: I get to go through this journey with my best friend; he and I will be each others’ support along the way.

One week from now, the journey begins! We have prepped by trying diabetic friendly meals, we are cutting down on alcohol and caffeine, we have a treadmill at home we can use at any time, we have researched (oh have we researched!) and now I think all that’s left to do is to take the leap and try. I know it won’t be easy, but let’s see where this leads!
Here is how to recieve Free baby products annually
Tags: Baby, Baby Boomers

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I compiled a list of the top 3 websites i recommend and which I still use to this very day .They work for me all the time.Here they are.

1) Free Baby diapers and Products worth $300 from Huggies and Pampers

i recieved this boxes full of baby diapers without any hustle on this website just this month.

fee paid:$0

time taken for delivery :3weeks prior to applying

All you need to do is make a free baby registry on the website to get annual baby boxes with baby stuff worth $300. They’ll ship the box to you for free. No costs involved at all!

(A baby registry is a wish list of items you want. You aren’t required to buy them.)Anyone can make a baby registry even if you are still pregnant or gave birth even 4 years ago.

You can even ask your relations to help you out and make free baby registries and then give you the boxes of free baby stuff they get.Thats how i afford to stock up my closet full of baby products like this every year.

in less than a month i was able to stock up my closet like this

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I Was A Middle Child, My Son Is The Only Child.
By: Deana Elwood, Head Bee
Tags: Motherhood, Baby, Parents, Parenting, Only Child

I can’t count how many times people have asked me are you having another and after my response of just one they then ask how many siblings I had as if they’re trying to prove some point that for one I don’t really care since it’s my decision, body, and choice. They continue with how he will grow up lonely and no playmates as if they know best. Ummm, middle child here and I gladly played Barbie and Hot Wheels solo and loved it.

I guess why I bring this up is because I do see a lot of my friend having second or third (bless you) children and it does get me thinking, but I think about how blessed I truly am to have had a healthy baby boy who is growing up right before my eyes and he impresses me everyday with new things he learns and does. Having a baby was yes a beautiful moment I’ll never forget and snuggling a newborn baby in my arms was so magical, but that isn’t the only thing that would have me decide to have another. Some people go to the lengths as if they are so sure they can change your mind by telling you about the newborn stage and how cuddly they are and I’m over here like did ya’ll not sleep like me? Yes, I’m grateful, but man that was hard indeed waking up every 2–3 hours to breastfeed and then going back to work eventually.

Some moms like myself see one child as all they need. He’s my lovebug and pooper all in one and when I also say I don’t want to share my heart with another baby, STOP saying that I could. Yes, I could but I don’t want to. I want to build our little family together and enjoy his every growing moments. Be happy for me that I’m rocking this motherhood thing. Be happy for me that my baby boy is now a toddler. Be happy I’m no longer hormonal, I know my husband is.

The bump was adorable, my back pain was not. The tiny newborn in my arms was everything and I’ll never forget it, but again that wouldn’t make me want to have another because as we all know, they grow so fast. Motherhood has been the best job and I know so many agree. My baby who is now a toddler has given me a new love to learn and understand and that is the love of a parent for their child. So he’s my one and only and I’m happy with that decision and will always be.

Xx

Deana
Signals of Sleep Disorder in Children
By: Matthew Oluwaniyi
Tags: Sleep Disorders, Baby, Sleeping, Parenting, Baby Sleep

Most of the time, we all know that kids don’t sleep off easily as most require some time to settle in before bed. However when it becomes a regular occurrence for your child to experience some nerve-racking moments before sleeping off, a sleep disorder could be a probability and you will need to pay attention to this.

However we also need to pay attention to the broad categories of sleep patterns in children according to age group. Babies between 0–3 months old definitely require lot of sleep, food and interaction with caregivers for needed growth and development. It is not our of place for babies this age to wake up about twice during the night for food. However when your baby wakes up every hour, you need to pay close attention to the likely cause. As children begin to approach 6 months, they should be able to sleep through the night. Although occasionally they could wake up in the night to request for different things, it should not be a regular occurrence. As they approach their first birthday, the possibility of sleeping always through the night increases and parent should encourage one or two naps during the day — they need it for their growth!

Parents should be sensitive enough to take note of sleep disorder in their kid

However, parents need to pay attention to when their little ones begin to experience sleep disorder. Listed below are some circumstances that can be signals of a sleep disorder probability:

child snores loudly

child always whine about itchy arms or legs at bed time

child cant sleep more than an hour at a stretch

child lies in bed and keep requesting for different things like song, drink, book, restroom, etc

Further we need to ask ourselves, at what point should you seek for help? We will examine some signals that you should seek for help with respect to your child sleep disorder issues irrespective of temporary interruption in which you can make some occasional adjustment. If your little ones, especially approaching 6 months of age wake during the night and decide not to get back to bed until you hug or rock them is an indication that your child likely has not developed the ability to self-soothe at night.

Night dread

This is more than just a nightmare, and common in children as this make them to get up unexpectedly from sleep appearing so scared or troubled and often crying, shouting or periodically sleepwalking. Most children don’t even recollect the event. Most children experience this during the non-REM period of sleep which is about 90 minutes after they go to sleep. Presently, there is no known treatment for night dread, but you can help reduce the probability of occurrence by following a specific sleep schedule or pattern and ensure night time activities or interruption is kept at the barest level.

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Baby Boy Names from D
By: Neha Verma
Tags: Baby, Parenting Tips, Baby Care, Parenting, Indian Baby Names

The Zodiac-Signs (Raashi) associated with the Hindu Baby Boy Names Starting from D are as follows:

1.Cancer (Karka)

Baby birth date : June 22-July 22

: June 22-July 22 Personality traits of the baby: Emotional, Nurturing, Sympathetic, Sensitive, Very artistic

Emotional, Nurturing, Sympathetic, Sensitive, Very artistic Baby Boy Names starting from D and (He, Hi, Ho, Hu) are considered to be apt and lucky for babies born under Cancer Sun-Sign.

2.Sagittarius (Dhanu)

Baby birth date : November 22-December 21

: November 22-December 21 Personality traits of the baby: Love their Freedom, Philosophical, Good Humoured, Intellectual Curiosity, Optimistic

Love their Freedom, Philosophical, Good Humoured, Intellectual Curiosity, Optimistic Baby Boy Names starting from D, B, Ph, Ta and (Ye, Yo) are considered to bring good luck for the babies born under this sign.

3.Aquarius (Kumbha)

Baby birth date : January 20- February 18

: January 20- February 18 Personality traits of the baby: Honest, Loyal, Friendly, Life of Party, Independent, Free Thinkers.

Honest, Loyal, Friendly, Life of Party, Independent, Free Thinkers. Baby Boy Names starting from D, (Ge, Go) and (Sa, Se So) are believed to bring good luck and prosperity for an Aquarian baby and his/her family.

3.Pisces (Meena)

Baby birth date : February 19- March 18

: February 19- March 18 Personality traits of the baby: Sympathetic, Kind, Compassionate, Selfless, Excel in Creative arts, Highly imaginative

Sympathetic, Kind, Compassionate, Selfless, Excel in Creative arts, Highly imaginative Baby Boy Names starting from D, Ch, Jh, Th and Ya are believed to be most suitable and lucky for a Piscean baby boy and her family.

Here are some of the [BEST] Baby Boy names from D:

Dakshith — Lord Shiva Dakshi — The glorious one Daksh — Capable Danesh — Knowledge Dhanush — A bow Darshan — Vision Darsheel — Perfection Devan — Like a God Deepen — Lord of lamp Deepal — Light

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Collection of baby boy names from D
Baby Boy Names from B
By: Neha Verma
Tags: Baby, Parenting Tips, Baby Care, Parenting, Indian Baby Names

Following are the Sun-Sign(Raashi) associated with Indian Baby Boy Names From B or Bha:

1.Sagittarius (Dhanu)

Baby birth date : November 22-December 21

: November 22-December 21 Personality traits of the baby: Optimistic, Love their Freedom, Good Humoured, Philosophical, Intellectual Curiosity

Optimistic, Love their Freedom, Good Humoured, Philosophical, Intellectual Curiosity Baby Boy Names From B, Dh, Ph, Ta and (Ye, Yo) are considered to bring good luck for the babies born under this sign.

2. Capricorn (Makar)

Baby birth date : December 22- January 19

: December 22- January 19 Personality traits of the baby: Loyalty, Ambitions, Disciplined, Reserved, Good Sense of Humour

Loyalty, Ambitions, Disciplined, Reserved, Good Sense of Humour Baby Boy Names From B, (Ga, Ge), (Ja, Je) and Kh are considered to be best for the babies born under this sign.

Here are some of the [BEST] Indian Baby Boy names from B:

Badeeh — Wondrous Bakhsh — Gift; Fortunate Bansi — Flute Balan — Youthful Banah — Tall and Attractive Banshul — Pleasing; Charming Barhan — Strong Barhi — Thanks Baseem — Smiling Bhaskar — The Sun

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Baby Shoes
By: Szen Szen
Tags: Baby, Short Story, The Creative Cafe, Writing, Free Verse

Baby Shoes

Baby Shoes don’t make any sound. It’s only when they’re on the tiny feet of their wearers, and occasionally rubbing against something else that they do. But this is never noticed because the lookers-on are usually focused on something more interesting.

What is interesting? Sometimes the incidental sounds of soft fabric rubbing against soft fabric are beautiful, while the fussing of a newborn is not.

Sometimes the low thrum of a refrigerator may entrance — all those frequencies blending into each other, harmonizing and droning on while most people filter them out. Patterns of stucco on a wall can seem like an expression of an inner state of reality.

Generally, though, baby shoes are meant to cover baby-sized feet. They really exist more for the comfort of the parents than for the baby, who would rather just put its feet in its mouth. Parents like to remind themselves that babies are just miniature versions of themselves to be molded into bigger likenesses of the same, with a variation or two thrown in. So rather than let the baby just be, they cover it in smaller-sized trappings to make it look more familiar.

Baby Shoes, soon to be Grown-Up Shoes. Soon to be Grown-Up Clothes, living a Grown-Up life. Earning Grown-Up Money to buy another pair of Baby Shoes to silence another pair of Baby Feet.
Baby Boy Names from C
By: Neha Verma
Tags: Baby, Parenting Tips, Baby Care, Parenting, Indian Baby Names

Here are the Sun-Sign associated with Hindu Baby Boy Names From C and Cha:

1.Aries (Mesha)

Baby birth date : March 21- April 19

: March 21- April 19 Personality traits of the baby: Boldness, Confidence, Competitive, Independent, Passionate, Goal-Oriented, Idealism

Boldness, Confidence, Competitive, Independent, Passionate, Goal-Oriented, Idealism Baby Boy Names starting from C, A and L are considered to bring good luck for the babies born under this sign.

2. Pisces (Meena)

Baby birth date : February 19- March 20

: February 19- March 20 Personality traits of the baby: Selfless, Sympathetic, Kind, Highly Imaginative, Compassionate, Excel in Creative Arts

Selfless, Sympathetic, Kind, Highly Imaginative, Compassionate, Excel in Creative Arts Baby Boy Names starting from C, De, Jh, Th and Ya are considered best for a Piscean baby girl.

Here are some of the [BEST] Baby Boy names from C with meaning:

Ceyone — Rising Sun Chahal — Good cheer Chaitanya — Knowledge, Soul Chandrak — Peacock feather Chetan — Intelligence Chinar — Name of a beautiful tree Chitransh — Lord Chintav — Lamp Chirush — God Chitraksh — Beautiful eyed

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Collection of baby boy names from C