Diaper rash treatment and remedies from natural household items, and we all know how diaper rash can be miserable for a baby. And when your baby is miserable, so are you! There are a great many diaper rash remedies on the market, many of them quite expensive. In addition, some of them are ineffective. There are, however, some diaper rash remedies that you can fix at home.

1. Air Time

Lack of circulation is a major contributor to diaper rash. After the morning diaper change, wash baby’s bottom with lukewarm water and pat dry with a very soft towel. Then, let baby be diaper-free for as long as possible. For young infants who can’t move around, lay them on an absorbent towel or hospital-style “chuck” (absorbent pads with plastic backing). Continue reading “Diaper Rash Treatment and Remedies From Natural Household Items” »

Pesticides ADHD – Pesticides and ADHD possibly linked, as parents struggle daily with the challenges of raising a child with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adding to the frustration is that no definite cause has been found for this problem. Some possibilities are coming to light, however – among them is the possible link between pesticide exposure and the development of ADHD symptoms.

The kind of pesticides in question are organophosphates, a group of pesticides commonly used in agriculture. The presence of these types of pesticides was tested on more than 1000 children (ages 8-15) and the results published in the May 2010 issue of Pediatrics. The findings were rather startling. Continue reading “Pesticides ADHD Pesticides and ADHD Possibly Linked” »

The benefits of baby carrier slings, and baby slings offer so many benefits for mother and baby. Dad can get in on baby bonding, too, since slings work just as well for him as they do for Mom. Caretakers, babysitters, grandparents, and so forth can use a sling. Let’s look at some of the benefits of baby-wearing, or baby slings.

Just What Is a Baby Sling?

A sling is a piece of cloth that is knotted or otherwise attached at either end (sometimes by a ring of plastic or wood) that fits cross-wise on a woman’s body. The baby can be placed in the back or the front, depending on the type of sling. Baby slings are different from the carriers that strap on to a parent’s body and look like a frontal back-pack. Cloth slings have been used by women all over the world for millennia. Continue reading “The Benefits of Baby Carrier Slings” »

Nature children getting children interested in nature with nature activities for children, and the fact is getting your child interested in nature now can foster a life-long love of nature. Perhaps your child will grow up to invent innovative ways to preserve the environment he or she has come to love. Participation is key – the more your child can feel, hear, see, touch and taste nature, the closer he or she will feel to it. Here are some tips for fostering your inner nature children interest.

1. Start a collection of rocks, feathers, plants (where appropriate), or other freebies from nature. Continue reading “Nature Children Getting Children Interested in Nature With Nature Activities for Children” »

Top tips to help your children with staying hydrated this summer, so it’s very important to stay hydrated in the summer months, and kids can easily forget to drink enough. And if your kids drink the wrong kind of drink, it can do more harm than good. Here are some tips on keeping your children healthy and hydrated in the hot summer months.

1. Fluids

Drinking water is very important. However, kids tend to drink water only when very thirsty. For good hydration, you need to drink frequently even when you’re not thirsty. Continue reading “Top Tips to Help Your Children With Staying Hydrated This Summer” »

Years ago, summertime meant the sound of children playing in neighborhood yards. These days, however, yards remain silent as kids are camped out in front of computers, televisions, and video games. To help the health of our children and get them in touch with nature, we need to get them back outside. Here are some ways to encourage housebound children to enjoy the outdoors.

1. Get outside yourself – If your children see you sitting in front of the TV all evening, they will follow suit and won’t be motivated to get outside. Getting outdoors is healthy for adults, too, so do your whole family a favor and invite them outside for a group game of Frisbee, horseshoes, or a nature walk. The first step to getting your kids outdoors is to lead them there. Continue reading “Back to Nature How to Encourage Today’s Housebound Children to Explore the Great Outdoors” »