Potty Training Small Kids

July 17th, 2011 Posted in Babies
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Potty training small kids may be difficult for parents at first. However, parents need not be too stressed about it. Small kids will learn in due time and parents need to be patient. They would know when it is time for potty training small kids. Parents may wait until their small kids are ready. This may entail them a longer period to finally want to be potty trained; however, small kids acquire the self confidence that they need especially in being independent. This approach may be very effective especially when small kids receive all the support and the patience of their parents.

This is the relaxed approach that can be used by parents in potty training small kids. They may allow their small kids to just sit on the toilet even with their diapers on. They may ask permission from their kids if they would like to remove their diapers before they sit. Parents may remind their small kids once every hour. However, they must not force their small kids if they do not like to make use of their potties. Parents may wait until their small kids would want to go. Parents should not be so eager for this accomplishment of their kids so that the small children do not feel that they are being pressured to have to do it again.

Busy parents can employ the use of the quick way of potty training small kids. They may be able to do this in one day. Parents can get their small kids prepared for it by letting them drink lots of fluids. They may then let their small kids sit and wait for them to be able to use the potty. Parents may let them sit them as a reminder that they will have to use it in case they make some accident. However, the quick way of potty training small kids may not be effective for everybody. Some kids may not respond to it positively so parents will have to be patient until their small kids are ready to be potty trained.

Some parents may want neither the quick way nor the long wait in potty training small kids. They can make use of training their small kids to use the potty. Parents may let them use training pants and to make use of small potties for kids. They may then guide their small kids to make use of their potties if they think that it is time. Small kids may have some accidents as they are being potty trained. However, parents should not scold them but instead to guide them that they have to make use of their potties when needed.

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Gastroenteritis among Babies and Toddlers

July 16th, 2011 Posted in Babies
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Babies and toddlers may experience some problems like gastroenteritis especially during summer time. They may display some signs of being colic and may suffer diarrhea as well. At times some babies or toddlers may also become very pale and may vomit. Some of them may also experience some fever. Gastroenteritis among babies and toddlers may be caused by the sudden change in the temperature. They may suddenly feel the cold chill running through their bellies. Parents who bring their babies or toddlers to the mall will have to protect them so that they may not be affected much by the change from the warm temperature outside to the chilling temperature inside.

Gastroenteritis among babies and toddlers may also be caused by some food that they have eaten. Parents have to check the food that they give to their babies or toddlers especially when the weather is very warm. Foods are easily contaminated during warm summers. At times the gastroenteritis among babies and toddlers may also come from viruses. Parents will have to help their babies or toddlers if ever they are affected by it. Mothers may continue to breastfeed their babies who are suffering from this illness. Babies may recover faster because of the natural anti-bodies and they may also be hydrated with their mothers’ breast milk.

Mothers who are giving their babies some infant formulas will have to seek their pediatricians for proper diagnosis and treatment. They may be advised to stop giving the infant formula for the time being until their babies have recovered. Mothers will have to see to it that they keep their babies hydrated especially when they are suffering from diarrhea. Parents may prepare solutions with hydrating salts for their babies to drink from time to time. Mothers who are breastfeeding their babies may let them suck milk in small quantities especially when their babies are vomiting.

Parents need to be careful with their babies and toddlers especially when illnesses such as gastroenteritis become common due to the climate or season. They have to see to it that their babies and toddlers are well-protected all the time especially with sudden changes in temperature. They may always bring with them something to keep their babies warm especially their belly part. In case their babies or toddlers suffer from gastroenteritis, they will have to see to it that they are well-hydrated all throughout. Parents may give lots of water and other liquids to help ease the stomach troubles of babies and toddlers.

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Advantages of Breastfeeding

July 8th, 2011 Posted in nursing
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Mothers have to nurture their babies as nature has made provisions for it through breastfeeding. Though babies may survive with infant formulas, they may have more advantages when breastfed. Women have a choice if they would like to have healthier and stronger babies especially those who can provide sufficient breast milk. Breastfed babies get the natural nutrients that they need in order to have stronger immune systems. Mothers do not have to worry about preparing as they can breastfeed their babies as needed. They also do not have to wash and sterilize feeding bottles for their babies.

Breastfeeding provides for the right temperature of milk for babies. Babies are able to get the necessary fats and proteins from it. They can also have their supply of proteins, carbohydrates as well as vitamins and minerals. Babies also get the antibodies that they need in order to fight diseases especially during the early stages of their lives. Babies may also have lesser chances at getting infections because of stronger immune systems.  Breast milk may change to meet the current needs of the babies. Infant formulas try to imitate what breastfeeding can give to babies. However, manufacturers will never come close to the advantages that breastfeeding can provide.

Parents do not have to spend a lot if mothers choose breastfeeding. They may be able to save money not only from purchasing expensive infant formulas. Parents may also lessen their expenses when it comes to fees paid to their babies’ doctors because of illnesses. Breastfeeding also lessens the risks of babies ingesting contaminated water. Mothers who choose to bottle feed their babies have to be very sure about the water that they would use to prepare infant formulas. Breastfed babies may also have lesser risk of acquiring illnesses such as diabetes and they may also have lower incidence of developing tooth decay.

Mothers also enjoy some advantages of breastfeeding their babies. Their bodies are able to use more energy when they breastfeed their babies. Their bodies are also able to heal faster as their uterus shrinks down to its normal size.  Breastfeeding also helps mothers to lessen the occurrence of bleeding. They may also have lower risks when it comes to breast cancer. Mothers do not have to worry if they sick because they can still breastfeed their babies. They do not pass their illness to their babies through breastfeeding. One of the best advantages of breastfeeding is that babies and mothers feel very close to each as their bonding become stronger each feeding time.

 

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