It’s normal for a child to be in distress when he’s away from his parents and to cry in an effort to be reunited. Crying is an adaptive signal for mom to come back. Between 8 months and 1 year, your child learns that you exist even when you are not there, and doesn’t always … Continued
There are a variety of factors to think about before taking the plunge into the nursery school admissions process. The tricky thing is that in NYC, these factors need to be examined at least a full year in advance of enrolling, in some cases when your child is a newborn. Is my child ready? You … Continued
Eczema (in Greek, means to “boil over”) is a condition of the skin thought to affect 10% of the general population, although it seems as though more babies and kids present with this as a complaint in the office setting. Eczema is thought to stem from a defect in the skin cells tight junctions (think … Continued
You just had a baby, Now What? Congratulations! – You made it through 9 months of pregnancy and made it home from the hospital in 1 piece OR are just about nearing the end of your pregnancy… and are now thinking – I am on my own…I now have to take care of this cute … Continued
Breastfeeding: The First 6 Weeks Breastfeeding: The First 6 Weeks (or, what you don’t remember from Pre-Natal Class!) You spent 9 months focused on labor and delivery. Now give yourself some time for the breastfeeding learning process, for both you and your baby. After all, neither of you have done this before! Breastfeeding takes time … Continued
Nanny Duties Below is a list of what we consider core duties and supplementary duties for a nanny. In order to avoid confusion about your nanny’s duties, it’s a good idea to put together a simple letter agreement that outlines her basic duties, pay and benefits and household roles to ensure you and your nanny … Continued
Newborn Bathing Tips Bath time can be an intimidating undertaking for new moms and dads. Many young babies are frightened of the water and cry the whole time and handling a squirming, slippery baby can cause the most confident parent to break out in a nervous sweat. But with a little preparation, practice, and patience, … Continued
Parents always ask me “How do I get my child to speak early?” Every child is different, but most children say their first word around 12-months of age. Sorry moms, but it’s usually “dada” because it’s easier to say. One of the tips I always tell parents, is to talk to their child all day … Continued
Gear: Having a baby requires a lot of gear but which stuff do you really need? Everywhere you turn there is another cool looking seemingly must-have item. How do you decide what’s best for you? Big City Moms has searched high and low and tested just about every product on the market. Everyone has different … Continued
Playing with your Baby; Choosing Toys for Babies You may not be sure what kind of toys, or how many, your baby should have. It’s likely that you hear conflicting advice that runs from one extreme to another! It’s either: “Don’t give your baby toys – he’ll be spoiled,” to “Give your baby lots of … Continued
Like the Girl Scouts, the motto for all mamas of twins should be “Be Prepared”. Any mom of multiples can tell you that preparation and planning can make all the difference between chaos and calm. To help you on your way to multiple parenting success, I’ve organized a list of suggested items to keep in … Continued
1. Add White Noise. This is truly a must-have sleep item and well worth the investment. White noise helps comfort small babies and cancels out household noises. Our favorite is the Marpac™ sound conditioner, available in our online sleep shop (www.dreamteambaby.com). Use it every time your child sleeps, day or night, and bring it with … Continued
Autism is one of five disorders under the general classification of Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD), a category of neurological disorders characterized by severe and pervasive impairment in several areas of development. Autism is a spectrum disorder, meaning it affects everyone differently; some are mildly affected, but most are significantly impaired and require lifelong supervision and … Continued
Toddler Bath Time Tips Your Toddler can now sit in the bath without assistance and play by himself…so why is it so hard to actually get him into the bath? Toddler Bath-Time Tips: Just before bath time – give a few minutes warning that bath time is coming up next so its an easier transition … Continued
Childcare Below is a list of what we consider core duties and supplementary duties for a nanny. In order to avoid confusion about your nanny’s duties, it’s a good idea to put together a simple letter agreement that outlines her basic duties, pay and benefits and household roles to ensure you and your nanny are … Continued
Bronwyn Charlton, ph.d, Aliza Pressman, m.a, Alexandra Barzi, ph.d info@seedlingsgroup.com www.seedlingsgroup.com How to know when your child is ready Most children become physically and emotionally ready between the ages of 22 months and 3 years (girls are usually ready earlier than boys). when your child is ready, she’ll show you the following signs: • ability … Continued