Articles on Babies & Development

How to Make Babies Smile and Laugh

By Judy Ford

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Babies' smiles are charming. Even the most cantankerous among us soften when a baby smiles or laughs. Baby smiles are essential for a child’s emotional and social development. Smiles and giggles are the way a baby shares positive connection with ... more »

How to Potty Train-the Nanny's Way

By Tiana Purvis

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If you are reading this, chances are you are either new to this whole potty training thing or just fed up with all of the other articles you’ve been reading on the subject. You have had too many parent “experts” telling you to ‘put a cheerio in ... more »

How to Simply Have an Easier and/ or Faster Childbirth Experience

By MotherWisdom

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Have you ever thought about how easy it is to have a naturally wonderful childbirth experience? Or does it just seem impossible to imagine? Well have no fear, because this article will clear some of the doubts that you may have, answer some ... more »

How to Talk to Your Infant

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Talk your baby through daily events that happen to her, such as diapering, feeding and naptime, so that she will begin to anticipate them and cooperate with you... more »

How to Teach Baby Sign Language

By Paul B

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Do you think that your baby is too young for you to enjoy interacting with him? Think again. There is a lot you can do, using baby sign language, that will be fun for both of you... more »

How to Teach Sign Language to a Baby, Part Two

By LynnKeller

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If you have tried part one and mastered the signs this article shows four more signs you can teach your baby... more »

How to Teach Your Baby About Jesus Christ

By momoftwingirls

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When my twins were infants, my mom purchased a Praise Baby DVD from her church in Westminster, CA. This DVD was called "Born to Worship." Ever since my twins were about three months old, they have been watching this DVD, along with two other ... more »

How to Teach Your Baby/Twins or Toddlers To Love Reading

By momoftwingirls

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While I was pregnant, I began reading many books to my babies. I read to them starting at 12 weeks gestation. Yes, babies even this young, in my opinion, can hear and understand what you are saying to them. There is nothing wrong with getting ... more »

How to Apply for a Social Security Number for a Baby

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Applying for a Social Security card for your baby is simple and important to do. You can usually apply for the card before the newborn baby even leaves the hospital... more »

How to Be an Attachment Parent

By laura g

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The principles of attachment parenting are almost as old as parenting itself, but the complete philosophy is relatively new. Attachment parenting can be quite complicated because it can be applied to every aspect of raising a child, and there are ... more »

How to Change A Squirmy Baby's Diaper

By oneloved

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Does your baby twist, turn and squirm while you're trying to change his diaper? Here are some tips to help!.. more »

How to Decorate a Nursery a Baby Won't Soon Outgrow

By Carol Tilley-Williams

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It is a temptation almost too much to bear. Baby animal prints, ducklings dangling sweetly from mobiles, pastels all around. A tender sanctuary for a new baby. But there are a couple of important reasons why you might want to avoid that ... more »

How to Entertain a 12 Month Old

By Amanda Smith

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Children develop so quickly, it is hard to keep up with age appropriate activities. Staying at home all day with my 12 month old, I find it difficult coming up with new ideas to entertain her. Here are some activities for you and your baby to ... more »

How to Find a Good Cloth Diaper Service

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Cloth diapering is environmentally friendly and economical, and a diaper service is a great way to get all the benefits of cloth for yourself and your baby, without having to wash hundreds of dirty diapers. Here are some questions to ask when ... more »

How to Have a Strong Emotional Bond With Your Infant and the Importance of Attachment

By Jerrie DeRose

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You may have seen babies sitting or laying in baby beds, swings, carriers, and bassinets being ignored by parents and other family members until they begin fussing and crying, and needing to be fed or changed. Scientists and other proponents of ... more »

How to Hear Your Baby's Birth Story

By Lisa Nunez

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"It doesn't matter, they're not going to remember!" However, research has shown that babies can remember, and have been able to talk about, their own birth. Some can even recall their time spent in the womb. It is a common ... more »

How to Improve Your Child's Memory

By Moop

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If you've ever wanted to reduce your child's chances of growing up to be that guy who rides on the back of that loud putrid truck -- the one that wakes you up in the morning when it cruises through your alley to pick up your trash, then this is ... more »

How to Lessen Teething Discomfort

By favefive

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Teething can cause a lot of discomfort to a baby. At times, a baby that is experiencing pain and discomfort will cry even through the night, causing lack of sleep for both baby and parents. At times no amount of lullaby songs or cuddling can help ... more »

How to Practice Patience While Potty Training

By Judy Ford

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Potty training is a big deal, a milestone for you and your toddler. You’re both learning. Even if you’ve potty trained others, this is still the first time teaching this particular child. While your child is learning all the skills that go with ... more »

How to Read to a Baby For Language Development

By Soren

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When most parents read to their babies, they want to hold the child in their laps so that he can see the pictures. However, it's just as important for language development for the baby to see the parent's face while reading... more »

How to Stimulate a 3-Month-Old's Senses

By eHow Parenting Editor

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At three months, a baby is actively exploring and interacting with his world. Create an interesting environment for him to relate to. (The following information has been adapted from Dr. Segal's book series, "Your Child at Play.").. more »

How to Take a Baby or Toddler to a Restaurant

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Don't let your family outing turn into a food fight or the quickest meal on record. These strategies can make eating out together fun for everyone... more »

How to Teach Sign Language to a Baby

By eHow Parenting Editor

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While parenting an infant can be a truly remarkable and enjoyable experience, it does not come without challenges. One of the most challenging factors is that infants can't verbalize their needs or frustrations. Since they can't verbalize, they ... more »

How to Teach your Infant Colors

By LPorter

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Infants have a clean slate in which there are unlimited possiblities for gaining knowledge. Their brains are like sponges soaking up everything around them. The fundamentals of learning colors, shapes, and more can begin before a child can ... more »

How to Tell if You're Spoiling Your Newborn

By AutumnLeavz

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"You're going to spoil her." I heard that quite frequently when my children were baby's. It's such a difficult decision, how to tell when enough is enough. On one hand you want to hold your baby because you are so in love with this ... more »

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