4. Presentation of reading materials Offer your babies a variety of books presented in different materials, textures, shapes, sizes and formats. Think books made of thick sturdy cardboard, cloth, and wipe-off plastic, to name but a few. Interactive books with pop-up pages or have things...

From newborn to toddler, it just takes 12 months for your baby to undergo an unbelievable transformation. Babies grow at a rapid pace and every proceeding month brings in new developments. It is obvious that all new parents wonder what to expect next in their...

The cloth diaper For centuries, infants were usually wrapped tightly in homemade, improvised cloths or in coverings made from plants or animal skins. Sometimes, both materials were used, as in the case of the Inuit, or Eskimos, who were stuffing layers of moss or peat inside...

Actual and factual  While teething is a relatively straightforward affair, there is some sound advice surrounding the topic—and which may, in fact, even help in getting past the bumpiest stretches without adding to the pain. Don’t over-depend on pain relief gel. Anaesthetic gels can numb the back of...

Do you recall the first time you heard the term “episiotomy”? And what was your reaction to it? If your feelings included shock, fright, anxiety and even outrage, don’t worry as you’re not alone. Having less uncertainty over the procedure is the first step about...