UPDATED: Baby attacked by pit bull in Waterford Township
A 4-day-old Waterford baby boy is recovering after being attacked by a pit bull Tuesday around 5 p.m., according to Waterford public safety officials.
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We are all well aware of how quality baby sleep is an essential basis for his health and development. This is just one of the main reasons getting baby to sleep at night is a MUST in the parenting books. The pleasure in seeing a baby sleep is hardly measurable but having to see and hear him cry all night is torture for a parent.
Here is some professional and personal guidance that I used as aids on my journey to having an independently sleeping baby from 1 year old.
1. Wind your baby down. A fuss-free routine will assist in establishing your baby’s sleep pattern and in turn will provide a more content child at night.
Choose the same time every night to put baby to bed. If you want your baby to be in bed sleeping by 8pm then begin the routine 20 minutes before eight. Dim the lights and set the mood for winding down. This will let your baby know it is almost time for sleep. A quiet atmosphere with little noise Rock you baby or cuddle for a while. Do not feed your baby at this time. Dinner should be finished before bedtime. Ensure he has been fed before winding down time. Take baby to his cot/crib, keeping lights in his room dim. Sing a lullaby, then say goodnight. If you need to stay in the room with the baby for a while do not talk to him and do not have any eye contact. Eye contact and vocal sounds from mom and dad arouses your child’s attention. For a toddler you can give a bath and or a baby massage, then a story (with cuddles), then off to bed. Sing a lullaby. Then say goodnight.
The above routine, which ever you choose, MUST be adhered to every night, by any person that puts your child to bed. When you accomplish this, hassle free, parents are halfway to getting baby to sleep at night -Â nightmare free.
2. Lil’ light, lavender and Music Lavender essential oil and music are a fabulous combination to relax and sooth the senses. Your baby is no different. Simply do the following:
sprinkle a FEW drops of lavender essential oil on his pillow. Take care to close the bottle tightly and put in away where baby can’t reach it. Play Soft, soothing music for him, preferably orchestra music. Do this before you read the story or sing a lullaby so your baby can begin to relax. Put a nightlight in the baby’s room so he doesn’t feel afraid as much when you are not there. Using an aquarium as a night light is an idea worth looking into. Your baby can watch the fish as he falls asleep.
3. Baby reverse psychology. This is for a baby who is old enough to understand a bit of what you are saying to him. It’s a little but it can go a long way.
If you decided to use a small aquarium to assist on this journey place it in an area where he can see it as he is lying down in his bed. Talk to him about the aquarium and how at bedtime he can watch the fish dance to the music. Give him a 1-2 things to see or look at in the tank. As you are winding him down tell him he doesn’t need to sleep (reverse psychology) but instead he can watch the fish dance to the music in the water, but must stay lying down in bed. Give him little things to look for in the aquarium. When you put him in his bed briefly remind him of the things to look for and the dancing  fish. Do not take too long with the story and/or lullaby. It should be brief but not rushed. IF you notice your baby is heading toward the crying stage, while on his way to bed something you can try is to make a deal with him that you will read 2 stories instead of 1 or 2 songs instead of 1 IF he promises to stay in bed and not cry. Don’t push the words “Sleep” or that he “must go to sleep now”. You must stick to your promise and he must stick to his. Remind him of this. Once again, consistency is key to success. Do not let your baby see or feel you get agitated or affected by his crying. Often when a child sees this it tells him his parents might weaken and allow him to get away with things. If you have to, step away for a minute and take a breather. Be sure your baby is in a safe place while you do this.
4. Afternoon Snooze. Babies and naptime go hand in hand. A baby that has a nap in the afternoon is better rested for the remainder of his busy day. He will eat better, listen better and learn better. He will have more positive energy and be a lot less cranky. But this tip also enables your child to sleep better at night because his body and brain are not on overload, yet tired enough to fall asleep at the routine time mom and dad put him to bed.
With the above professional advice and personal tips, getting baby to sleep at night is one step closer. Remember, consistency is the key to making this task successful. All participants must adhere to the same above practices and be diligent but gentle and patient.
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Having a child is one of the most enchanting moment in every parent’s lives, how much more if it will be twins?! Wow! Having twins causes double happiness and celebration. Of course, there will be a twin baby shower and lot s and lots of baby shower gifts for the twins. If you are a confused twin baby shower attendee, you might still unsure what to give to make their mama proud. So here are some baby shower gift ideas for the the upcoming twins.
Welcome Twins! Baby Gift Basket. Celebrate the birth of twin babies with a gift basket designed for two! This Welcome Twins! Baby Gift Basket is filled with fun duos and gifts with a whimsical twin theme. Babies and parents alike will revel in this exquisite baby gift set! Inside a keepsake basket, you’ll find two baby handprint kits, a “Twins” 4″ x 6″ photo frame, four terry washcloths, two embroidered bibs, two 7″ plush teddy bears, a key ring rattle and a Snuggle Bugs photo brag book. This endearing baby gift basket can be customized for twin boys, twin girls, one of each…and also in neutral colors for sweet surprises.
Twin Baby Sonogram Picture Frame with Voice Recorder. Twins! Two heartbeats, twenty fingers and twenty toes! Celebrate their first picture and mom and dad’s first reaction with this Twin Baby Sonogram Picture Frame with Voice Recorder. Finally the new mommy and daddy have their first glimpse into the faces of their unborn children. Life will never be the same so celebrate this moment with a special frame that they will cherish for a lifetime. Beautiful and classic harlequin pattern with a crown for a royal touch make this keepsake frame very special indeed. This Baby Sonogram Picture Frame with Voice Recorder holds baby’s 2D/3D image and includes a re-recordable voice recorder for a keepsake that is so very special. Complete with batteries to capture that first reaction or well thought out personal message to baby this is one picture frame that will always be cherished. Harlequin design, yellow stripes, a crown, and the words little blessings come in twos make this one royal and beautiful keepsake frame.
”Perfect Pair” Twins Basket. This all-in-one gift set is the perfect baby shower gift for twin babies! A sweet gathering of goodies, thoughtfully presented in twos, This “Perfect Pair” Twins Basket is a lovely way to welcome twin little ones to the world. Carefully selected and beautifully arranged, this gift basket arrives wrapped in clear cellophane and decorated with bows and ribbons, ready for gift giving! The basket boasts vibrant colors and is packed in a keepsake wicker baby carriage basket. Inside, you’ll find a pair of matching “Perfect Pair” one piece outfits sized for newborns to one year old, a baby starter kit of Burt’s Bees Baby fantastic luxuries (shampoo bar, apricot baby oil, diaper ointment and more!), 2 extra thick cotton burp cloth sets, 2 baby handprint and footprint makers, a fun-loving crinkle vibrating caterpillar toy that easily attaches to a stroller or baby carriage and a “Crazy Daisy” squeaking wiggler that makes fun noises when shaken or pulled.
These are only few gift ideas for twins. You may search the web for some more baby shower gifts. Apart from baby baskets and photo albums, you may also consider other matching baby gifts for twins. Actually, you have a limitless options when using the Internet.
Posted on September 2nd, 2010 by admin
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