Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Do A Great Job: Parenting Tips

Parenting is one of the most important and difficult jobs adults take on. It does not have to be made any harder, though, by trying to think up new answers to every question. Parents and childcare professionals have shared so much information on the subject of child-rearing that there is plenty of good advice to take in.


Breastfeeding can be hard. A lot of people think the baby is born and you can start right away. This isn’t always the case. It is best to work with an LC or Lactation Consultant. They know everything about breastfeeding and give you the help you need to become successful at it.


Instead of using bottles as a way for dad to bond with the baby, look into other more novel options. Many breastfeeding relationships are harmed by the need to have dad involved in the feeding. Fathers however have many other ways to bond with their babies than by interfering with feeding time. Have dad give baths or massages to the baby. Dad can rock the baby to sleep after breastfeeding is done providing crucial bonding moments.


If you have multiple children, keeping up with all of their prescriptions can be quite a challenge. Walgreens and other chain pharmacies offer iPhone and smart phone apps that allow you to scan the bar code on your child’s prescription medication and access information on fill dates, directions and refill status.


If your children are playing with toys and sets that have dozens of tiny pieces or parts, use a cookie sheet as a sort of place mat. The raised edges will prevent small pieces from being scattered around and lost forever. And clean-up is simple: just tilt the cookie sheet and pour everything back into its box or container.


These are just a few of the things parents can do to take a little of the uncertainty out of the process of raising children. Wise parents are always on the lookout for more good parenting ideas – not just by talking to family and fellow parents, but by reading and reviewing some of the many helpful materials published on the subject.






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