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Baby Shower Games Ideas

1. How many Baby Items Can you Name? Materials: Pad Paper Pencil or Pen Instructions: Write down as many baby products as you can. Example. Bottle, Milk, diaper, etc. Time: 5 minutes 2. Bottle Races or Who Sucks the Best? Materials Baby Bottle Any Drink (Milk, juice, beer, etc ) Instructions You will take a bottle filled with a liquid and suck the bottle as a baby would. The one who finish first will be the winner. 3. Baby Shower Food Race Materials: Blindfolds Food Players must be by pair Procedure: One person will be blindfolded and will have to feed their partner while sitting across from each others in chairs. When they are done with the food, the person blindfolded has to drink what is in the bottle to win. The first team to do the quickest while racing wins! 4. Pregnancy Walk Materials Balloon Duster or Dress Players must be at least 5 each team Procedure: Put balloon on the tummy then race through the chair.

Why is TV-watching discouraged for Toddlers?

Because some cartoons made for the whole family contain the words "idiot", "moron", "crap", "ass",  and "stupid". Hardly the words you'd want to ear your child to utter. Explosions, car chases, guns, and violent weapons are bound in many cartoons today. Studies have shown that children who witness violence in TV shows tend to exhibit aggressive behavior more. Every minute spent lounging in front of the TV is a minute lost in trying to develop fine motor skills, such as drawing and writing, and gross motor skills, such as running and jumping. Children who watch television for longer hours tend to have more problems with obesity. You may want to read 7 Great Alternatives to Avoid Watching TV  

Tips on Parenting

According to Dr. Spocks, Parenting is about choices. To decide what's best for your child, you will always be well served by stepping back and thinking about these tough questions before making a decision. Parents don't have children because they want to be martyrs. They have them because they love children and want to raise their very own, esp. when they remember being loved so much by their own parents when they were little. Taking care of their children, seeing them grow and develop into fine people, gives most parents -- despite the hard work -- their satisfaction in life. It is a creative and generative act on every level. Pride in wordily accomplishments usually pales in comparison. Play with your children Take Charge . Children crave limits, which help them understand and manage an often confusing world. Show your love by setting boundaries so your kids can explore and discover their passions safely. Eat at least one meal as a family each day. Sitting down at the t...

Needs to packed in Hospital Bag

In getting ready for your baby's birth, it is best to prepare in advance. Pack a small bag that is always within reach for your trip to a birthing facility or hospital. Remember to keep a list of important numbers and people to contact when the big day arrives. Also have copies of your important documents handy to avoid delays in processing the necessary paperwork. DOCUMENTS: Doctor's admitting orders Prenatal or Medical record Recent laboratory test result: Latest ultrasound or latest CBC Philhealth papers, ID, and proof of updated payment HMD card, or insurance card Valid Id such as driver's license Birth plan FOR BABY: Shirts (short-sleeves and long sleeves) Socks Cap Mittens Blanket Diapers Baby soap and shampoo   Baby wipes Soft cloth and towels FOR MOMMY: Camera or Video Camera with chargers Maternity pad Clean underwear slippers socks going-home outfit