Stephanie's Babies & Toddlers Blog November 2006 Archive

The Gift of Reading
If you're looking for gifts to buy little ones this holiday season, books stand the test of time and new parents always welcome additions to their budding libraries. Here ... Read More

Wednesday November 29, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Snow is Falling Already!
I live in Texas, so I've spent most of the last six months complaining about the heat. It was nearly 80 degrees today, even. I've been watching the ... Read More

Wednesday November 29, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Baby Care Gadgets for High-Tech Parents
Many parents adopt a decidedly low-tech approach to parenting, and for the most part, you don't need all that stuff to raise a happy, healthy baby. But in a ... Read More

Saturday November 25, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Cookies Your Toddler Can Color
I was just watching "Unwrapped" on Food Network and they just showed the cutest cookies. They come with these printed designs on them and markers filled with edible coloring. ... Read More

Saturday November 25, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Polly Pocket Sets Recalled
There are a whopping 4.4 million of these sets that are being recalled. This is similar to the recalls on Magnetix toys. Magnets can be very dangerous when ... Read More

Tuesday November 21, 2006 | permalink | comments (2)

Potty Training Readiness Quiz
Going to the potty is an important skill that all children learn (sooner or later). Unfortunately, it can sometimes cause a lot of distress for families, especially if they begin ... Read More

Friday November 17, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Help for Itchy Bottoms
There are many causes of anal itching in young children, many of which can be treated at home. If your child is frequently up all night scratching, however, you'll ... Read More

Friday November 17, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

New Additions to the Photo Gallery
New faces this week include: Siblings Brooklyn and Kyrstin Austin Charl (featured right) Siblings Claire, Anabell and Colt Holden Marisa Mason Penelope Claire Vinu Want to see your child in the gallery? Submit your photo today... Photo (c) Etienne Smuts

Wednesday November 15, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

November is National Peanut Butter Lover's Month
That's right. November is the time to celebrate that ooey-gooey, stick-to-the-roof-of-your-mouth treat -- peanut butter. There are a lot of reasons to love peanut butter. It's a ... Read More

Tuesday November 7, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)

Today is Election Day -- Go Vote!
I just got back from casting my vote in today's U.S. elections. I was pleasantly surprised on two counts. First, there was the option to either use touch ... Read More

Tuesday November 7, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Baby/Toddler Food Recipes
Some of the best baby food doesn't come in a jar. When you make your own baby foods, you know exactly what is going in to your baby's body. ... Read More

Monday November 6, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Do I Have to Warm My Baby's Food?
A parent asked: "I've heard that some people do not heat up the baby food or other food for babies. The food is alway cold, straight from the refrigerator. Is ... Read More

Wednesday November 1, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Dental Tips for Toddlers
I never understood why Dental Health month is in February. I think it should be in November. Sure, there's a lot of candy then for Valentine's Day, but Halloween -- ... Read More

Wednesday November 1, 2006 | permalink | comments (3)

Is Your Baby's Belly Button Still Stumpy?
How you long to give your baby a real bath and that umbilical stump just won't cooperate. I get questions like "Why hasn't it fallen off yet?" all the ... Read More

Wednesday November 1, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)