Pets enhance our lives in many ways. It isn’t surprising though, that having a pet can also have adverse effects on our well being. Fortunately this isn’t common.
Dogs and cats are the worst offenders. Our beloved four legged family members can carry fleas, and these little parasites aren’t fussy; they’re just as happy to drink [...]

When a toilet trained child suddenly wets the bed, it is just common for parents to worry. But before you panic, it’s important to remember that young and even older kids may wet the bed at some point. Generally, kids attain night time bladder control at different stages. But if your child is 5 years [...]

Research indicates that the incidence of allergies in children is increasing from year to year. This includes allergies to pets. A large percentage of households now include a family member who is allergic to animals.
Children can be allergic to all of the common pet species – birds, dogs, cats and small mammals such as rats [...]

I can still remember how my parents used to bribe me with a treat if I’d wait patiently for them while they make their hospital rounds. As a parent, I am also guilty of bribing my daughter just to get her to follow what I want. When rushing for school, I tell her that if [...]

With their innocent and imaginative nature, young kids resort to lying for a variety of reasons. When confronted, they can come up with clever reasons just to protect themselves from any agreed punishment. For these kids, it may not always be their intention to deceive their parents. Sometimes they may just find themselves in circumstances [...]

Many parents find themselves in an odd position of bending their own rules or even compromising with their kids over a particular rule. With a child’s innocent and adorable nature, it is just common for parents to question their resolve when implementing set boundaries. But even if this is a common scenario, parents should be [...]

Bedtime or even afternoon naps is always a struggle for my three year old daughter. At a young age, she has already concocted so many clever ideas so she can just avoid sleeping. From praying that the sun would show up sooner to slapping her face, and even to the extent of literally holding her [...]

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See Jimmy pitch the ball. See Dick hit the ball. See Dick run to first base. See Dick get called out. See Dick’s parents yell at the umpire. See other parents join in. See Dick walk back to the bench and hide his head in his hands. See Dick’s dad [...]

As I help my daughter finish her breakfast, I can’t help but periodically check the clock for the time. Each bite that my daughter takes seems like an eternity. It is another school day morning and I am again rushing to get her to school on time. Of all the times that I ask her [...]

A new born infant is in need of various nutrients and vitamins necessary for its mental and physical growth; for the development of healthy bones, teeth, blood and to prevent anaemia. Any deficiency due to lack of vitamins and minerals can result in delayed motor development, physical growth or even illness in the baby. Usually, [...]

Many couples already anticipate the expenses that come along with expecting a baby. But aside from the usual baby gear and clothes, some parents even go the extra mile of investing in umbilical cord blood banking. With aggressive advertising methods, this innovative method of preserving a baby’s cord blood has taken the world by storm. [...]