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Learning Music

“Music is a puzzle of language and rhythm. It’s linguistics, mathematics, science – how does an instrument make a sound? What is sound? There are so many fun, creative ways to teach and learn through music. Combining movement and music … Continue reading

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Outdoor Naps

This post from Cup of Joe’s Motherhood monday series really intrigued me. I must admit I’ve been tempted to leave theo just outside the window when he is fast asleep in his pousette and we are headed into a particularly … Continue reading

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Games for New Babies

Catch me Attach a small soft toy to a brightly-colored ribbon. Dangle it in front of your baby and make it sway. When she reaches out to try and touch or grab it, give her lots of praise. Squeaky toys … Continue reading

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How to talk to little girls

by Lisa Bloom I went to a dinner party at a friend’s home last weekend, and met her five-year-old daughter for the first time. Little Maya was all curly brown hair, doe-like dark eyes, and adorable in her shiny pink nightgown. … Continue reading

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Baby Registry

A random tip MyRegistry.com lets you register from all different stores (not just one). That way, you can bring together exactly what you’d like (even items from etsy), instead of being limited to one store’s selection.

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Tests for Autism at 1 year

Pediatricians can use a five-minute questionnaire to identify many 1-year-olds with autism, according to a new study in the Journal of Pediatrics. But the screening test also flags a whole lot of babies who aren’t autistic. Even so, the result provides … Continue reading

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Finding My Balance series on Cup of Jo

I’m adoring this new series from mother and blogger extraordinare Joanna. Check out her blog cup of jo for other moms responses and lots of other goodness. My lovelies, last week, seven amazing mothers shared how they juggle work/life, including the … Continue reading

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Sick of being Pregnant? It’s Worth the Wait

A look into inducing labor by Gretchen Cuda Kroen. In her living room, Caroline Nagy introduces the newest member of her family — the 6-week-old infant in a striped onesie cradled in her arms. “This is Alex Joseph. He was born … Continue reading

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Baby Chit Chat

Will my newborn recognise the sound of my voice? Yes, your baby will know your voice. From the time your baby could first hear in your uterus (womb), at 20 weeks of pregnancy, she would have been listening to you … Continue reading

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Child Development 1-6months

Mastered Skills (most children can do) Emerging Skills (half of children can do) Advanced Skills (a few children can do) Child’s Age : One month • Lifts head • Responds to sound • Stares at faces • Follows objects • … Continue reading

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