Guinea Pigs - a Cavy Q

The guinea pig is one of the most popular pets in North America. In spite of this, there are many facts about this little creature that are not commonly known by most people. Please join me as I attempt to explore (sometimes successfully) some facts regarding the history and characteristics of our friend the guinea pig. Author's note: No pigs were harmed in the writing of this article. Q: How much do guinea pigs weigh at birth? A: Guinea pigs (also known as cavies) only weigh in at around ...
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Amazon kindle Q&A

Does the kindle 2 own a backlight for hours of darkness reading? No, it doesn't. But tons just get a book light, as you can see here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?i' You may be interested contained by this article as well. It is the best review on the Kindle 2 that I've ever read: http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?i' No. The Kindle 2 is designed such that... Does the Kindle 2 own a place for earpiece, so others won't be disturbed when it read aloud to you.? Yes, it has a ...
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Clothing for Babies and Children

The clothing brands specifically created for children really have got it right. Many have created the right brand name, a catchy name that children will remember. They have brightly coloured branding and maybe a quirky logo. Tags on the clothes are tactile and of course, most importantly, the clothes are fashionable, colourful and exciting.Children are becoming more fashion conscious but do we really want our children to follow the main stream look, copying others are school and ...
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How To Baby Proof Your Home

Injury is the leading cause of death in children under 14 years old, and over one-third of those injuries occur at home. 70% of children who die from home injuries are under four years old. Your child doesn't need to be part of that statistic, if you prepare. Adult Supervision Required Unfortunately, there are many parents who wish they could just go back and re-claim the two or three minutes they left their child alone and he was seriously injured. Answering the telephone while baby is in the ...
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Early Infant Brain Trauma

Crying and trust In the beginning, newborns cry only when hungry or uncomfortable. Typically, when an infant cries, a parent or caregiver shows up and provides food, dry diapers, and snuggles to calm him. He learns quickly that crying equals loving attention. Soon, the baby begins to cry if he's bored or lonely, and he expects that the parent will be there with those snuggles that he craves. This is how bonding takes place, and it's one of the single most important developmental phases in a ...
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Infant Child Care

Here are a few things to look for when considering what your infant needs from his caregiver:LicensingMost states have a licensing process for in-home caregivers; a daycare center absolutely must be licensed to operate their business. Specific state websites are available that will outline the requirements for licensing; some states even offer referrals to quality care. No matter which kind of care you choose - make sure that your provider has some early-childhood education and even some ...
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Infant Brain Development

Babies develop so rapidly in their first year, going from helpless newborns to independently mobile, communicative little persons. One developmental issue that may be unpleasant to think about is the affect of early trauma on an infant's brain development. What does physical and emotional trauma do to a baby's developing brain? Physical Trauma Perhaps the most well-known form of physical infant brain trauma is "shaken baby syndrome," which occurs when an infant is shaken and his developing ...
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Infant Breathing How To Tell Whats Normal And Whats Not

Among your many questions, no doubt you will have concerns about your baby's breathing. It goes without saying that you should call your pediatrician immediately if you suspect your infant is having serious trouble breathing. However, there are some normal breathing irregularities that may cause you concern, but should not cause you to panic. What's Normal? By the time your baby is born, he's been essentially underwater for months. It takes time for his nasal passages to clear. According to ...
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The Elephants of Sri Lanka

The Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage was established in 1975 after a variety of locations leading to their current one in Pinnawela. Starting with a herd of only five baby elephants, the orphanage has expanded to house over 60 elephants with breeding contributing 23 baby elephants to the herd since its conception. There are thought to be roughly 3000 elephants in Sri Lanka, but with the constant land development they are being squeezed into smaller and smaller patches of habitat. These cramped ...
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Baby Pyjamas Keep Their Feet Warm

Whether they are awake or sleeping, babies spend a lot of their time in their jammies.  So the pyjamas you choose for them need to be well made and comfortable.  Probably the most popular style of baby pyjamas is the 'sleeper' with the feet built in.  These sleeper pyjamas come in sizes from newborn to nearly school age so they cover most ages and sizes.  In fact, they may even come in adult sizes if you know where to look.   The choices among pyjamas for infants and toddlers are amazing ...
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