Infancy Articles

1). Child Discipline: What Really Works? By : Debra Slater
One thing I hate to do is discipline my son. He is such a good boy most of the time, but when he gets angry he is awful! Disciplining your child is one of the hardest things to do as a parent. It is important that they understand that you are in charge, not them. I remember getting spankings until I was around 6 or 7 years old. I did everything I could to avoid making my mother and father angry.
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2). Adoption Is An Option By : Debra Slater
If a couple has been trying for sometime to conceive and have done everything they could to do so, then maybe they could consider adoption. There are so many babies and children in the world looking for a mother and father. Couples can choose to adopt a child in their home country or one from abroad. There have been those couples who have adopted children from several different countries.
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3). Elder Day Care: A Novel Idea By : Jonesrck
Okay, we all know how hectic life is for people nowadays. We have jobs, kids, social lives, and other things that keep us busy. People have been questioning for years the ethical argument regarding putting elderly people into nursing homes. Some people think that putting the elderly in places where they can be properly cared for is right, while others think that the abandonment of an elderly person's family just because of the complications is wrong.
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4). Talking About Strangers… By : Debra Slater
A parents worst nightmare: your child goes missing. No one saw anything, no one knows what happened. One minute your child is there, then they’re gone. How can you prevent this from happening? There are approximately 2,100 reports of missing children filed every day. As alarming as that sounds, the majority of children make it through their childhood safely.
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5). And The Debate Continues - Cloth vs. Disposable Diapers By : Debra Slater
Cloth or disposable? Which one is better? This debate has been going on since the 70s and 80s. And it continues today with each side saying the other is the superior product. But cloth diapers are making a comeback with new flushable liners. Cloth diapers are what all mothers used until disposable diapers became mainstream. These diapers are not as convenient or easy to dispose.
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6). It's Baby Bath Time! By : Debra Slater
Baby’s first bath. It can be a little unnerving, especially if you are a new mother and never given a newborn a bath. Don’t worry though, you’ll do just fine. Mothers have been giving babies a bath since the beginning of time. Today is much safer with all the new types of tubs designed just for infants and toddlers. And many babies love getting a bath! Your newborn should just get sponge baths for the first couple of weeks at home or until the umbilical cord heals.
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7). Choosing Your Baby's Doctor By : Debra Slater
During the last couple months of your pregnancy, you should start looking for a pediatrician. Finding the right doctor is very important. You should feel comfortable and know they will answer any questions you may have without making you feel like an idiot for asking. Don’t wait until the last minute to talk to potential doctors. I had made an appointment with someone that came highly recommended.
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