Announced Tuesday, manufacturers of pediatric cold and cough medicines will change their labels advising their products not be used by children under 4. The announcement follows an FDA scientific panel's testimony on the issue just last week. In addition, FDA safety experts recommended banning the use of over the counter cold and cough medications for children under 6, with an advisory panel in full agreement.
More and more research unveils the importance of parenting skills in a baby's first year of life. As the old saying goes, experience is the best teacher and many new parents would certainly agree. The same adage may apply to infants as well, as a new study found 10 month old babies were already able to apply lessons learned.
With the evenings getting cooler, this hearty gluten free recipe is sure to warm you up. Combining sausage, kale, and wild rice; this savory dish is sure to please the whole family. Not only is the recipe gluten free, it is nutrient and flavor dense providing a wealth of vitamins, nutrients and fiber.
Going Green is becoming a popular phrase popping up everywhere from baby products to political platforms. Essentially, going green means to take individual steps to reduce harmful environmental effects through consumer habits. People across the globe are jumping on the green bandwagon for both personal and environmental reasons. If you still don't understand all the hype, here are 6 reasons to go green.
There is something fishy going on, going on your plate that is. Recent studies have found fish to be highly beneficial in the diet of expecting women for improving overall health of both mother and baby. Eating fish just got even better as a new study found that letting babies eat fish may keep eczema at bay.
A lot of evidence has pointed to avoiding or exercising caution when using plastic bottles because of the potentially harmful chemical bisphenol A (BPA). While many media stories examine the debate amongst scientific communities as to the extent of potential health risks, little has been discussed about what to do in the meantime. It is best to err to the side of caution as expecting or nursing mothers and infants are most at risk from toxicity. Here are the best BPA free bottles for both mother and baby.
Getting a good night's sleep with a newborn baby in the house, as many parents know, is not going to happen anytime soon. Despite the odd waking hours of babies, the first 6 months of life are critical to helping a baby set their circadian rhythms (regular sleeping and rising patterns) that will stay with them for years to come. Some babies, however, may have some hurdles to overcome as a new study explains babies' with depressed mothers experience disruptive sleep.
Perhaps adding additional credo to the reasons to breastfeed list, China is in the hot seat again with yet another tainted children's product. Only this time, the product in question is infant formula. In response to reports of a contaminated milk-based formula, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Health Information Advisory.
Amongst the many changes taking place throughout your body during pregnancy, food cravings tend to top the list. Nutrient requirements increase during pregnancy, so it can be difficult to balance the foods you need with the foods you actually want. A well balanced diet rich in whole grains, nuts, legumes, fruits, vegetables, and lean meats will provide you with what you need, but there are a few foods that pack more bang for your buck. Here are 7 power packed pregnancy foods that are both delicious and nutritious:
Certain fish can provide an excellent source of the essential fatty omega 3, a nutrient that is vital for healthy infant brain development. Years ago, expecting women were encouraged to consume fish to increase omega 3 intake, but that recommendation had tapered off due to the high amounts of mercury in fish from our polluted waters. A new study found that moderate consumption is most beneficial for both mother and baby.
Blokus - The most awarded family party game of the 21st century! Develops logic and spacial perception while kids learn to be tactical to compete effectively with adults. Players take turns placing pieces on their board, each starting from their corner. Each new piece must touch at least one other piece of the same color, but only at the corners! The goal is to get rid of all your pieces. The game ends when all players are blocked from laying down any more of their pieces. There's no single strategy that guarantees victory. Includes one gameboard with 400 squares, 84 game pieces in four bright translucent colors, and an instruction guide. Note: The game is excellent with 4 players.
If you want to find out everything that happens on your computer, if you are concerned about your children internet habits or if you are suspicious about your relationship, than All-Spy Keylogger is for you.
There are many different types of dolls around nowadays - Barbie dolls, paper dolls, Bratz dolls, porcelain dolls. Some haven't been around long but even porcelain dolls only become popular in the 19th century. Early dolls were made of materials such as c