An extremely relevant question that many first time parents may be asking is - What can be classified as normal behavior for a child?The problem that is evident though, is normal behavior in children is usually determined by the child's age at a particular time, their personality, and the perceived rate of their physical and emotional development. Therefore, because children are constantly changing, they must be normal the...more
9 out of 10 teens are aware that texting and driving is a dangerous combination.The problem is, however, that 9 out of 10 teens also engage in the potentially-lethal practice.Thats the big shocker from the results of a new online survey of teenage drivers sponsored by Seventeen magazine and the AAA auto club. The survey of 1,999 teens ages 16 to 19 was conducted this past May.Teens do continue to drive distracted even when they recognize the...more
A mommy makeover is a series of plastic surgery procedures meant to restore the figure of women after childbirth.The stigma of plastic surgery has come and gone. No longer is it the hobby of rich socialites or vain movie stars. Cosmetic procedures are as common today as spa weekends and the patient is more likely to be your neighbor than anything else. Part of this trend towards plastic surgery that appeals to everyone is a fantastic new series of procedures called a mommy makeover. It is designed for the woman who has had a few children and is looking to get her body back closer to the way it looked beforehand.Almost any woman who has had kids says it is one of the most fulfilling and wonderful things they have ever done. Nothing beats the joy of bringing a life into the world that is a part of you and the person you love. However, if you talk to the same women all of them will tell you horror stories of the havoc it can wreak on the body. There is the weight gain, the stretch marks, the sagging breasts and the general loss of leanness to the lower body. In a mommy makeover all of these problems are addressed at once in the hopes of reversing some of the undesirable effects of...more
When September rolls around, I look like any other haggled parent standing in the checkout with three kids. The shopping cart is filled with packs of pencils, note paper, crayons, markers and tissues."Why do we need to buy tissues for school?" my kindergartener asked last year.I pictured a whole class of five-year-olds with runny noses and was...more
One day, I was looking for gift suggestions for my nieces and nephews online. I was amazed how children's toys and gadgets have evolved from my generation to the generation these days. I ended up purchasing compact discs and books about vegetable-characters teaching children about God. I thought these are great alternatives to...more
Attention deficit/Hyperactive disorder is a behavioral disorder which constitutes to hyperactivity and attention seeking in children. Close to 3% to 5% of children are affected with this ailment worldwide, out of which 2% to 16% are school going children. The frequency of boys being affected by it is three times more often as compared to girls although the reason for it is still unknown. Hyperactivity disorder in children shows certain peculiar symptoms in all children affected by it. Children affected with ADHD are often irrational and have a very short attention span. ADHD in children should not however be confused with anxiety or excitement that is common in every child. Hyperactivity in children is detected over time and may take place in various circumstances. Smoking in pregnant women is one of the reasons for ADHD in children. Besides this premature delivery, underweight babies and brain injuries from birth may be other contributing factors. Some research had revealed that Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in children might also be inherent. ADHD might be interlinked to a host of other disorders in children namely mood disorders where the children often feel...more
Statistics indicate that about 40 million people are blind all over the world. Especially in the developed countries, this number is growing everyday and there is very limited equipment to respond to this problem. Almost half the cases are caused by...more
There is a green ogre in all of us!Shrek, the well-liked and warm and friendly green ogre from Dreamworks' Shrek series, has been a 3D hero favorite since 2001, but before turning out to be everyone's favourite green friend,...more
Nowadays, almost everybody is entering into the world of internet. With the advent of technology, many adapted to how individuals behave on this time. The trend of fashions and what is now applicable to many, will really dominate anywhere. Today, you...more
In case, you're trying to conceive a baby boy, you should know that there are several things that you can do at home to help you accomplish this goal. These things are not that difficult, but they do require planning, patience, a...more
I am sure that you are wishing to know how to get a baby boy and are ready for parenthood. Well, there are certain methods which if followed do increase your chances of having a baby boy but, note, the keyword is 'increase'...more
Numerous kids are falling for custom silly bandz. These bands come with different colors, sizes, and designs which make kids go crazy about it. What makes custom silly bandz salable is that these come in very affordable prices. For...more