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Skills developed : Auditory According to eHow.com, "Exposing your baby to noise, like shaking rattles, will help him to develop coordination between his sense of sight and hearing as he begins to turn toward the noises that he hears." A s he holds a rattle and waves his hands he will hear the noise and start to make a connection between his moving hand and the rattle; he's learning that if you can hear something you can probably see it too. HOW TO DO IT?   While your baby is lying on his back, hold a small rattle in front of his face and shake it gently. Move it to one side and shake it again, and then do the same on the other side. Your baby won't yet able to track it with his eyes, but he will notice the change in location, and it'll certainly get your baby's attention. Note: Try not to make it too loud - it might be scary for him Source : www.babycenter.com Read more: How to Stimulate a Newborn's Sense of Hearing | eHow.com http...

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.

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  

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...

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  

Saturday, September 26, 2009 - It has been raining non stop for almost 24 hours already. I went outside to go to my grandmother's house, I saw the flood has been rising in our place every minute. We need to put all our staff upstairs. At around 11:00am the water is on our waist and the rain still pouring heavily. Our neighbors are getting panic without food to eat because our kitchen is flooded we decided to evacuate the place before it's too late. My uncle's girlfriend was stranded in Marikina River Bank because of the flood in Marikina River. We are worried because as what my uncle's girlfriend said the second floor of ICT has been occupied by the flood they don't have electricity and food to eat. With my husband, grandmother, uncle and my 3 nephews, go directly to the flood without any hesistation just to get out of the place. The water is so cold and dirty but all I need to think is we need to survive. After a kilometer to walk we reach our car and ...

CLOTHES 2 pcs Cardigans 4 pcs T-shirts (long-sleeve and short-sleeve) 4 pcs Trouwsers (footed and not) 6 pcs Vest 6 pcs Baby grows (cotton and short-sleeve) 1 pc shawl 2 pcs baby hat 1 pc scratch mittens 6 pcs pair of socks 2 pcs swaddle blanket 1 pc jacket BATHING Baby bath tub Bath thermometer 2 pcs large soft hooded towels Grooming kit (comb, nail clippers) Soft sponge Baby shampoo, oil and lotions Slip resistant bath mat 4 pcs wash cloths Cotton wool balls and cotton buds Bathing toys such as Rubber Ducky BREASTFEEDING 3 pcs Nursing Bras Breast pump Breast pads Breast Milk storage bottle Nursing Pillow Privacy Shawl Nipple Lotion Nipple Shield BOTTLE FEEDING 6 pcs bottles with teats 6 pcs soft bibs Bottle brush Sterilizer (microwave or boiling) Bottle warmer Bottle Drying Rack DISPOSABLE NAPPIES Baby wipes Nappy Bag ( for traveling purpose) Changing mat and cover Diapers HEALTHY & SAFETY Ear Thermometer ...