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Posted on October 28, 2009 by Fran Swift | Posted under Babies Toddler
Three Helpful Hints for Raising Baby
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What to Look for in a Baby Car Seat The National Transportation and Safety Administration reports that car accidents are the leading cause of death for children ages 2 to 14 in the U.S. Many of these fatalities can be avoided with the proper use and installation of a baby car seat. Choose a rear-facing seat that fits babies who weigh up to 20 pounds and then take the seat to your local fire station to learn how to properly install it in your automobile. Over 90% of all infant car seats are improperly installed, which may lead to major injuries or death, so take the time to learn how to install it properly! Then, your child will need until they can safely sit using the seat belt. A Cuisinart Food Processor Makes Baby Food a Snap The American Pediatric Association advises that babies eat a large selection of fruits and vegetable sources when they start eating solid foods. Sure, buying pre-made baby food is convenient, but it can be expensive. However, in today’s economy, making baby food with a Cuisinart food processor is a great way to work with a limited budget while serving your baby the healthiest foods. Choose organic fruits and veggies whenever possible and search for sales on these items in your weekly food circulars. By choosing organic fruits and veggies, your baby will be consuming food that has absolutely no harmful pesticides. Several organic food organizations report that over time, exposure to pesticides in our food can develop into cancer. Educational Toys Are the First Step to a Smarter Baby Wisely-chosen kids learning toys will provide your baby’s mind with what it needs to properly develop. Black and white colors are perfect for little ones in the beginning stages of childhood (about 4-8 weeks of age). Lines, squiggles, and zig-zags are all shapes for baby to observe and enable their brain development . Coincidentally, science has proven that mobiles such as these promote brain wave activity in babies and lead to faster brain development. For babies in the 8 week to five month span, colors are now visible and they need interactivity. Large picture books, big wooden blocks and puzzles, and playthings such as plastic circular rings that can stack on a central pole are all perfect types of educational toys and games. By stimulating your infant’s brain with good educational toys, feeding them homemade food, and properly installing a car seat, you’ll be giving them the very best care to get them started in life. About The Author: Fran Swift writes for new parents about how to select baby products including baby strollers and baby bouncers. |
Tags: LEARNING TOYS, EDUCATIONAL TOYS, BABY CARE, BABY LEARNING, BABY SAFETY, BABY TOYS, FOOD PROCESSOR, BABY FOOD, BABY FEEDING, CAR SEAT, BABY CAR SEAT
