We are so prone to labelling babies with colic when they cry inconsolably or become unsettled for no apparent reason. I reckon it is one of the top 3 parent’s justifications for these outbursts, alongside teething and tummy problems. After all, colic commonly occurs in newborns and up to 6 months-old…
If your baby feels warm and looks unwell, it’s a good idea to check her temperature. Simple task, right? Until you take a few temperature readings from the same ear, and each result is different by a few decimal points… I am not even going to mention the difference between both…
Beards and moustaches are relatively prominent facial hair features. Any alteration to them will result in a striking change of looks and elicit a wide range of responses. These may include a surprised wife and a shocked, confused and perhaps terrified baby. And naturally, it will take them some time to…
There is a reason for the high popularity and accessibility of interactive classes involving music, instruments, and rhythm for babies and toddlers. Undoubtedly, our babies and children can benefit from early exposure to lullabies, nursery rhymes and other popular children’s tunes. The subject of the positive impact of music on overall…
So, have you ever wondered how your little bundle of joy can think without knowing any words? Does the process of thinking even require words and language? Perhaps, thisquestion we should ask first. So, without further ado, allow me to clear this dilemma once and for all. Here is what you…
So, why does my baby hump things when tired? I do realise how absurd it sounds in relation to babies. …Until you witness such behaviour in your own baby! Whilst humping things by some babies may be disturbing, if not embarrassing, to their parents. In fact, it is normal behaviour. And…
So, have you ever wondered if your tiny, innocent bundle of joy can sense evil? As in, can they tell the good from the evil person? On one hand, babies are born with a clean slate, which means with no existing concepts in their minds. Furthermore, babies cannot even notice danger….
So, if you wonder how to introduce a lovey to your baby (a common name for a security object) then you already know what a great addition it can be to the family! Not only in extreme situations, such as for easing separation anxiety, comforting when they are poorly, or during…
There are many reasons why babies wake up at night and yell their guts out. Most commonly, they will wake up because of hunger, illness, discomfort, teething, sleep regression, working through the milestone, growth spurt, separation anxiety and later night terrors. These are very valid reasons for disturbing your baby to…
Electric hand dryers are a very controversial invention of the last century. The manufacturers of those devices claim they’re the most hygienic way to dry our hands in public restrooms. After all, we don’t touch or press any button to get it to work. Now, the scary news is that according…
