Your baby is mobile. She is aware of her surroundings. She has learned what is familiar-her family, her home and her toys. She also knows what is unfamiliar-a stranger, a sudden siren or a loud bark. Your baby may be afraid of strangers. This is normal...

As your baby grows older, he will become more active. He will move around more and explore his world. Keep him safe as he grows and learns. Here are some dangers to watch out for: • Never leave your baby alone in a bath for even a few seconds. Never ...

A playpen can be a big help. You can have your baby in the same room where you are working so that he will not be alone while you do what you need to do. You can also take the playpen outdoors with you. Make sure it is in a shady and safe spot. Stay wi...

Even at a young age, playing fosters your child's physical and mental development. It is essential however that you provide babies with toys meant for their specific age group. Also, always remember to check that they meet the required safety standards. ...

Thanksgiving - a time for tributes, turkey, and, well… travel. Thanksgiving is America's busiest weekend for travel. It is, after all, a time of happy family reunions when people journey distances-long and short-to be with family and friends. But for pa...

Much has been made of the importance of a baby's smile, and cross-cultural studies show that all human babies smile at about the same age, 3-5 months. As a father, this is one of the best ways to connect, because it's gratifying to see them smile, and the...

Stumped by the vast variety of holiday dos and don'ts? Here are the most important tips to keep in mind while planning your holiday celebrations. Cards, Decorations and Wrapping 1. Use last year's decorations and pledge not to buy anything n...

We may or may not be in a recession, but every year things get tight in January if we're not careful in December. Here are some tips for more careful spending through the holidays. 1. Plan early. Make a list, figure out a budget and stick to it...

Sure, you can wade through 60,000 names and look for the one that catches your fancy. Another approach is to sit down with a glass of wine (grape juice for mom-to-be) and make the following questions into a game. Brainstorm using some or all of these ques...

Dehydration refers to a condition when the amount of fluid in a person's body is less than the ideal requirement. Babies and infants are commonly susceptible to dehydration. Dehydration in babies occurs mainly when they take in less fluid than they lose, ...

While they may not carry the baby in their wombs, most dads are keen to be as involved as possible with the new addition to the family. One way they can do this is to accompany their partners during their medical checkups. These are some of the benefi...

Getting a baby to sleep often presents a major parenting concern. Babies don't naturally take to sleeping through the night and most dads and moms have to work at 'teaching' their infant to sleep by setting up a sleep schedule for them. For some parent...

If you intend to travel with your spouse during her pregnancy, the second trimester is a good time to plan the trip. As her pregnancy advances, and later once your child is born, it will be more difficult to do so. Here are some tips on traveling wi...

The process of becoming a mother involves a certain amount of psychological strain for a pregnant woman. In fact, for some women, childbirth can be as traumatic as life-threatening events such as a natural disaster or a war. During pregnancy, it is import...

During the second trimester, you and your spouse should continue to see your doctor for prenatal care. Most pregnant women have monthly office visits with their doctor or midwife until the end of this trimester. During the second trimester your doctor ...