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After what may seem an eternity- you baby has arrived!

  Something else arrived also mounds and mounds of laundry!  So you may feel like your always washing clothes. While you may think you need to use a baby detergent to clean your infants clothes. Rest assure that for most babies that is not the case.

While using a baby detergent you may notice that odors and stains are not coming out, if that is the case it maybe time to switch to a regular liquid detergent. If your infant suffers from allergies, eczema , a topic dermatitis or just has sensitive skin you may want to continue washing them separate from the rest of the family clothes, otherwise it’s OK to wash your infants favorite t-shirt or the beautiful, luxuriously soft personalized baby blanket that grandma bought with your regular family wash. Please don’t make the switch with out testing one piece of your babies clothing to make sure baby is not sensitive to your regular detergent.

Nothing is more exciting for parents than welcoming their newborn into the world. What better way to share in the excitement by hosting a baby shower party for them, especially if you are one of the parents’ closest friends or if you were chosen to be one of the godmothers. Here are some tips in organizing a baby shower:

1. Keep it intimate. Invite only the couples’ closest friends. The pregnant mother might be easily fatigued if there are a lot of guests, and she might be obliged to entertain each and every one of them.
2. Make it a potluck. This way the hostess will not have her hands full preparing all the dishes. It’s also a great way for everyone to pitch in.
3. Line up some games. Think of games befitting a baby shower perhaps add in a simple prize for the winners.
4. Talk to everyone  before the party. Brief everyone about the details of the party and ask them to bring unique baby shower gifts. It would help also if everyone shared what they plan to give to avoid duplication.
5. Make the party place festive. Balloons, ribbons, and a cake are all you need to make the party more fun and inviting.

A baby’s brain and eyes are fragile and should be treated as such.  Any injury to these areas should be discussed with the baby’s doctor. 
 Head injuries
A child’s head is relatively large for his body size.  When a child sustains a fall from two or more feet high or is in a vehicle accident, Mom and Dad should consult his doctor.  Serious injuries merit a call to 911.  When seri0us injuries occur, do not move the child except when immediate danger is present - a fire would be such an example.  Call the doctor even for apparently mild head injuries, as the child could have suffered a concussion.

Eye injuries
Call a doctor for all eye injuries.  If a foreign object gets into the eye, flush it wilth water for at least 15 minutes.  Don’t rub the eye, and don’t let the child rub his eye.  Don’t apply medication.  It’s also not a good idea to try to remove the object yourself; call a doctor.

Keep enjoying those little ones-they grow up too fast.  And always acknowledge those fine babygifts.

Languaages around the world have “child words” with repeating syllables.  Like “papa” in Italian and “tata”–grandfather– in Hungarian.  The part of the brain that governs language development, at least in right-handed people, is on the left side of the brain.  this is consistant with the belief that we are born with abilities allowing us to perceive and learn our mother tongue systematically and efficently.  The area of the brain governing language development does not “learn” the language; rather, it is specialized to process language from the start. 

I wonder if the brain is programmed from the start to like those unique baby gifts all of our friends and family bestow upon us at the birth of our babies. . . . 

Baby piggy banks are popular gifts for the littlest new editions. It makes sense to want to save money for baby’s future, but some may wonder why most piggy banks are in the shape of a pig? And how did this manner of saving money become such a beloved tradition?

Many historians think that this tradition started in the Middle Ages. During this time metal was not widely available and quite expensive. What was available was cheap orange clay called “pygg”. Dishes, jars and cooking pots were usually made of this material. Many families stored spare coins in these “pygg” jars. These jars latter became known as “pygg” banks. And more nearly 500 years later we still use these little jars to store money, only now they’re called “piggy” banks and actually shaped liked pigs.

New moms love baby showers. Not only do baby showers bring parents needed gifts of baby supplies, they also bring together the parents’ family and friends to share in the joy of preparing for the new baby. But baby only needs so many bibs and rattles. Get the baby some supplies he or she will really need. The following list highlights the top ten baby shower gifts.

1) Bouncy seat
2) Baby monitor
3) Bedding
4) Baby sling or front carrier
5) Activity gym
6) Bath kit
7) Starter library
8) Out-and-about kit
9) Sleep kit
10) Restaurant Gift cards (for parents too exhausted to cook!)

It should be obvious to all that the way we treat our mate has a direct relationship to the values our children gain in life.  If we yell and scream or use physical violence with each other, we teach our children that this is the way to get what we want in life.  If we show love and respect within the marriage arrangement, our children will value the family arrangement.  And the home becomes a safe haven in a often dark and scary world.

 This is not to say that material presents are not important.  Such can teach children the value of sharing what we have with others.  From an early age let your children know that the baby gifts they receive are given with love and affection.

Babies have a secret that they pass on to each other in the maternity ward.  “Hey there.  Yea, you, the one-hour-old new kid on the block.  Know this, more whines equals more hugs!”  Studies show that babies who cry more at 2 weeks old are held more at 5 weeks old.  So babies know what they want, and they know how to get it.  Babies love to be held.  But we can’t hold them all of the time.  Don’t feel guilty about that.  Let Baby have one of the plush stuffed animals included in the unique baby gift baskets your friends sent to y0u and Baby with kind thoughts and love.

Your having a baby! How wonderful- all your friends and family are giving you wonderful and unique baby gifts and baby showers  and the subject of flu shots comes up.  Some one ask you if you  plan on getting the flu shot this year.  Will you or won’t you?  it is a big decision that you and your doctor need to make.

New research shows that when moms-to-be get the flu shot they may get a-”two for one benefit”- Moms-to-be could  pass on the immunizations protection  to their babies. While you might be hesitant about getting the flu vaccine,  to your doctor , who can help you make the decision if its safe to get the flu vaccine  rather than risk getting the flu and passing it on to your baby. 

Researches also found that women who opted for the flu shot during their pregnancy, their babies risk of getting the flu was cut buy more the 60% in the first 6 months of their first year -the time when babies are at the greatest risk of complications from the flu and hospitalizations. An add plus is that the flu shot fends off more than 1/3 of fever-inducing respiratory illnesses in both mom and baby.

 Sometimes you want to get a gift that not only  looks great, but can also be used for years to come. The Puzzled Basket hits a home run. There are some things for baby to play with and enjoy now and other items that mom and dad will appreciate as the baby grows over the first few years. Some things that come in this great gift are  Zoo Sounds Puzzle: Put each  puzzle piece in its place and listen to its voice!  Also the Vehicle Sounds Puzzle: This wooden peg puzzle makes the vehicle sound when a piece is placed correctly in the puzzle board!  Each puzzle has eight pegged pieces  Full-color, matching picture under each piece. The ABC Soft Blocks: Eye-catching colors and hand-embroidered details adorn this adorable set of three plush blocks that are  multi-textured and jingle extra added fun.