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Stephanie's Toddlers Blog August 2006 Archive

By Stephanie Brown, About.com Guide to Toddlers since 2003

Prevent Choking by Avoiding These Foods

Tuesday August 29, 2006
A reader has written and asked about starting table foods and which to avoid so that her baby doesn't choke. I've got a long list here, but really, any ... Read More

Birth Story: Scary Circumstances and a Quick Birth

Tuesday August 29, 2006
Bridget experienced preeclampsia and was on bedrest. When it came time to deliver, the medicine used to soften her cervix worked much faster than expected, leading to a quick birth. Share ... Read More

Birth Story: Emergency C-Section and a Supportive Husband by Her Side

Tuesday August 29, 2006
T's frequent yet weak contractions after pitocin administration led to an emergency C-section. When she began hemmorhaging, fear overtook her husband. Afterward, T's calm and strength renewed the supportive nature ... Read More

Birth Story: Lainie's Birth Center Experience

Tuesday August 29, 2006
Lainie used a birth center in England and had a scare with umbilical cord problems. In the end, the midwives took great care of her and everything turned out ... Read More

Crying it Out

Friday August 25, 2006
Many parents, confronted with sleep deprivation and outside pressures, seek a way to get their infants to sleep more quickly each night. Many will suggest that you let your ... Read More

Can Adults Get Rotavirus?

Monday August 21, 2006
You spend all that time cleaning up the massive amounts of diarrhea and dealing with a child who feels horrible and all of a sudden, you find that you're the ... Read More

Make Rice Cereal at Home

Friday August 18, 2006
If you want to save money and know just what's going into your baby's first foods, there's no better way than by making them yourself. Guest authors Cheryl Tallman ... Read More

Baby Shower Cake Gallery

Thursday August 17, 2006
When I had my baby shower, my cake the pretty standard sheet cake with multi-colored booties of frosting. It was from a place in Oklahoma City that is famous ... Read More

Review: Blankets and Silkies by Cutie Petutie Originals

Tuesday August 15, 2006
These blankets are just what creator Rachel Lyons says they are: unique, luxurious, chic and stylish. Your child won't want to be without it and friends (as well as complete ... Read More

Celebrity Baby Watch

Thursday August 10, 2006
I read a bit here and there about the babies of celebs, but I'm usually more interested in the lives of normal babies. This whole Suri Cruise conspiracy, however, ... Read More

Baby Proofing Your Home

Tuesday August 8, 2006
If you're about to undergo the task of baby proofing your home, here are some tips and techniques that can help you keep your home safe and secure. ... Read More

Why Am I Losing my Hair?

Friday August 4, 2006
Postpartum moms -- there's hope. And there's nothing wrong with those clumps of hair coming out in the shower. Find out why this hair loss is a natural ... Read More

How To Survive Bedrest

Friday August 4, 2006
Many people might think that bedrest is a time of rest and relaxation -- an escape from the responsibilities and duties of daily life, but as author Megan Kerns explains, ... Read More

World Breastfeeding Week

Tuesday August 1, 2006
Robin Elise Weiss, About's Pregnancy Guide, has lined up some of the best breastfeeding resources from around About. You can find information to help you make your decision or if ... Read More
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