Baby Activities

Simple and supervised art projects are an excellent way to increase an infant's motor skills and encourage exploration. The following art project allows your baby to develop coordination skills...

Bumbo and bebePod are infant seats that allow babies with full control of their head and neck muscles to sit upright. Both are made of lightweight material and are easy to transport from one room...

When you first bring home your new baby, you may feel all you do is feed her, change her diaper, put her down for sleep and try to soothe her when she cries. However, by the end of the first...

The Internet is usually something that requires reading, listening and watching skills, as well as computer skills. However, there are online sites that can help you aid in the development of your...

Many people believe that when children are babies, simply sitting them on the floor with toys, or leaving them in front of a television is sufficient in terms of teaching and stimulation. However,...

You baby's first year is filled with moments you wont want to forget. While the hundreds of pictures and hours of video you've taken at home are a great start, you will probably at some point want...

Infant swimming lessons can allow you to spend quality time with your child. These lessons also give your child the opportunity to socialize with other infants and can help your infant become more...

Next to a bottle or human comfort, nothing soothes a fretful infant as much as a swing. Gone are the days of wind up swings that ticked away mere minutes of peace and serenity for frazzled...

Baby toys can be expensive, and more often than not, your baby wants to play with the packaging rather than the actual toy. Making your own infant toys is a cost effective way to aid in your...

There is no greater joy than a baby. When caring for an infant remember that you are their only method of survival. While caring for an infant might be the most challenging thing you every do -...

Fun play is something all parents want their babies to experience. Once that little newborn arrives, however, many parents stare at them with confusion. How in the world do you play with an...

Ready to strap on baby and hike the Appalachian Trail? No? How about carrying your hungry infant with you to your next executive board meeting? Hmmm! Maybe a trip to the supermarket. Now...

An infant bathtub is used to aid in bathing a baby. Bathing a baby in a large, adult-sized bathtub or even in a smaller sink can be a difficult process. Wet babies are squirmy, slippery, and tend...

Learn ow to protect an infant from bugs in the wilderness when hiking with your baby in this free nature hiking video from our active childcare expert.

Learn what temperatures are most comfortable for your infant when hiking with your baby in this free nature hiking video from our active childcare expert.

Learn how to protect an infant from the sun without sunscreen when hiking with your baby in this free nature hiking video from our active childcare expert.

Learn supplies to take to make sure you have everything baby might need on a hike with your baby in this free nature hiking video from our active childcare expert.

Picking toys for an infant is tough and learn how to use toys for babies 9 months and older in this free video on baby toys and safety.

Picking toys for an infant is tough and learn how to determine if toys are appropriate for your baby in this free video on baby toys and safety.

Picking toys for an infant is tough and learn how to use toys for babies 3 months and older in this free video on baby toys and safety.

Picking toys for an infant is tough and learn how to take care of baby toys in this free video on baby toys and safety.

Picking toys for an infant is tough and learn about various types of baby and toddler toys in this free video on baby toys and safety.

Picking toys for an infant is tough and learn how to check for dangerous parts on baby toys in this free video on baby toys and safety.

Picking toys for an infant is tough and learn how to store baby toys in this free video on baby toys and safety.

It is now known that, from birth, children's teeth go through different stages. There are different practices that can help you ensure that your infant's gums and teeth are healthy when the teeth...

Knowing which toys to choose for your baby is important, but with so many different toys on the market today, the task can be daunting. Toys are designed not only to entertain a baby, but also...

When you have exhausted all other possibilities and you are simply exhausted, this simple technique may keep your infant calm long enough for you to make dinner or do the dishes.

Infant behavior has been classified into six states of consciousness by Professor Heinz Prechtl of the Netherlands and Dr. Peter Wolff of Boston. These states are active alert, active sleep,...

You just got back from the beach and everyone wants to hop in the shower to get the sand off. Do you dare take the baby in? Here are some tips for how to make this slippery venture possible, safe...

Baby teeth hold the right spaces for the permanent teeth that will emerge later on in their lives. It's important to keep your infant's first teeth clean and healthy to prevent decay and to ensure...

After weeks of fumbling, making awkward mistakes and feeling like the most incompetent parent in the world, you have finally mastered the art of giving your new baby a sponge bath. Just when...