Washington Univerisity, as you probably know, is number 2 leading medical research center in the US. This article is on their site right now.
Hazards of using crib bumper pads outweigh their benefits.
Sept. 18, 2007 — Although bumper pads are theoretically designed to prevent injury to a baby while in the crib or [...]
Using sign language with babies is very popular these days. There is LOTS of research to prove how beneficial it can be for both parents and children. As most of you know I am a huge believer having used it with my kids. Check out this picture of Shaela saying she wants [...]
This Friday and Saturday, September 28th and 29th, brings us the first ever Oxford BBQ Throwdown. This looks to be a fun family event over at the conference center. Children’s activities start at 10am on Saturday. For more information check out the official website.
Last week I had a series of posts on fine motor skills. I found this elegant definition from the University of Maryland Medical Center and thought I’d share. Can you see from the definition a relationship to many of the activities we do in class?
Fine motor control is the coordination of muscular, skeletal, [...]
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Washington, DC 20207
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 21, 2007
Release #07-307
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About 1 Million Simplicity Cribs Recalled Due To Failures Resulting in Infant Deaths
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is announcing [...]
I’ve had several Mothers asking me questions about breastfeeding issues in the past several weeks. I am always glad to help where I can with my limited (3 kids – 2 that would and 1 that wouldn’t!) experience. I do want you all to know that there is a wonderful source of information for you. [...]
Didn’t you know it was Elephant Appreciation Day today? Be sure to sit down and read your favorite elephant story with someone special. If you have already had your breakfast how about eating an elephant for dinner?
Thanks, Christa for filling us in on this holiday!
Your big kid is in a new era of learning, of developing a more sophisticated sense of rhythm, movement, and speech. For that reason, her brain often needs a much-needed break. Like any good recess outside on the playground, hand clapping games like “Concentration” can give your child’s mind a chance to revive, and get [...]
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