Archive for November, 2006

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Celebrity Update

Thursday, November 30th, 2006

The Oscar-winning director, Sofia Coppola, gave birth to a baby girl last Tuesday in Paris. Sofia, and her musician partner, Thomas Mars, have named their first daughter Romy.

Also, since last week, Heidi Klum and Seal have become parents once again. After Henry (their one-year-old son), Johan Riley have joined the happy family. Klum already has had a daughter from her previous relationship with Formula One manager Flavio Briatore.

In the meantime, bad news comes from the newly wed Pamela Anderson and Kid Rock. She has filed for divorce, but wants an amicable one and “with dignity” as stated in her official website http://www.pamelaanderson.com/ .

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Macaroni & Broccoli with Chopped Beef

Wednesday, November 29th, 2006

Your baby is between 6 and 12 months old? Do you have any idea on what you will give her tomorrow? Well, here is a delicious and nutritious recipe for your little sweetheart.

Macaroni & Broccoli with Chopped Beef

Ingredients:
60 g macaroni
500 ml beef broth
60 g broccoli
60 g chopped beef
1 tablespoon of butter

How to cook:
- Cook macaroni by boiling it with the beef broth until it is well-cooked.
- Put broccoli and chopped beef into the pan and boil for some time until all ingredients are finely cooked.
- Add butter and mix together.
- Lift up the pan and roughly blend the macaroni.
- Serve it warm.

You can also add some cheese into the recipe and let your baby enjoy the delicious meal.

Good luck!

Posted in Baby Toddler Child Teen, Food and Feeding, Parenting | No Comments »

News – Fetal Monitor

Tuesday, November 28th, 2006

Measuring Fetal Oxygen Does Not Reduce Caesarean Rate
“Measuring the amount of oxygen in the blood of a fetus during labor has no bearing on whether a Caesarean section is performed and does not affect the health of the newborn baby, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found in a multicenter study.”

Fetus oxygen has no bearing on Caesarean
“DALLAS, Nov. 24 (UPI) — Measuring the amount of oxygen in the blood of a fetus during labor has no bearing on whether a Caesarean section is performed, finds a U.S. study. Researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas tested whether doctors’ knowledge of fetal blood-oxygen levels, measured through fetal pulse oximetry, made a difference in the rate of Caesarean section or condition of the newborn infant.”

Search continues for effective fetal monitor
“If uteruses had windows, doctors would have a relatively easy time keeping an eye on how fetuses coped with their end of the birth process. Fortunately, most, sight unseen, do just fine. “To try to find the fetus who is having problems is a little bit like trying to find a needle in a haystack,” says Steven Bloom, chairman of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.”

Posted in Baby Toddler Child Teen, Pregnancy and Childbirth | 2 Comments »

25 Reasons Why Your Baby Cries

Monday, November 27th, 2006

If you are curious about why babies cry, the article below gives what you need to know.

Have a nice reading.

25 Reasons Why Babies Cry
By Thomas Choo

More often than not, a crying baby can drive parents and caregivers crazy, especially if the baby cries persistently. However, you need to know that crying is a common event in the lives of all babies. When a baby comes out of the womb the first thing to do is crying.

By the first cry he will take some air into the lungs for the first time in their life. It is obvious that the healthy baby should cry.

We all know that a baby can’t tell his needs or troubles. The only way for him to communicate with others is by crying. Babies show some other signals like feet kicking, hand waving and head turning. But the easiest way to capture the attention of others is by crying. (more…)

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Digging the Best out of Us as Parents

Friday, November 24th, 2006

As parents, there are times when we need advice from others. We desire for words of wisdom that can liven up our strength and cheer up our days in the middle of the challenging (and precious) times with our children.

Therefore, we would like to share with you these words of wisdom – inspiring words that you can absolutely pass on to your families and friends.

We compiled the words and assembled pictures into a short video – all were done for you to comprehend and bear in mind.. and then be in love with your children more.

This video is presented to you… to reveal what we, parents, have inside, yet we probably have forgotten to complete.

Please leave a note here after you see it.

Enjoy the video … Digging the Best out of Us as Parents.

PS. You can also see the video link on the sidebar. Of course you can make a post about it in your blog if you want. Sharing this inspiring video and motivating other parents will be a lovely idea. Do it for you and for your beloved families and friends. :)

Posted in Parenting | 10 Comments »

Blog of the Week

Thursday, November 23rd, 2006

In this Thanksgiving week, the Blog of the Week award goes to Jane (Cozy Reader) :) .

In her Thursday Thirteen post, she shared thirteen special things for which she is thankful for.

Well, I don’t need to say much about it. Just go to her blog and enjoy what she’s been writing, especially the Thanksgiving Thursday 13 post.

Congratulations, Jane!

I hope you have a wonderful and happy Thanksgiving…

Thank you for sharing these with us.

Posted in Blog of the Week, Parenting | 5 Comments »

Happy Thanksgiving!

Wednesday, November 22nd, 2006

Happy Thanksgiving to you all!

Would you like to know about a Thanksgiving Baby? Please come over to Awesome Mom’s blog. :)

And who’s got their 6th wedding anniversary? Nay (Estranged & Getting Stranger)!

On this Thanksgiving, Christina (A Mommy Story) also has some nice things to share on her blogiversary. Check her out!

Congratulations to all of you!

Hope you all have a safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable Thanksgiving celebration… :)

Posted in Baby Toddler Child Teen, Marriage and Relationship, Parenting, Pregnancy and Childbirth | 3 Comments »

News on Cerebral Palsy

Tuesday, November 21st, 2006

Children With Cerebral Palsy Can Look Forward To Improved Quality Of Life
“Deakin University is taking the global lead in improving the quality of life of children with cerebral palsy. Dr Elise Davis and Professor Elizabeth Waters from Deakin’s School of Health and Social Development have developed a world-first questionnaire aimed at determining if treatments for children with cerebral palsy improve their overall wellbeing, not just their mobility.”

Despite cerebral palsy, music was the inspiration for John Rantz
“John Michael Rantz never told his family he loved them, but he showed them with his eyes. He died peacefully in his sleep Nov 4, at age 48, without ever speaking a word. Born with cerebral palsy, his body failed him, but his family never let the disease hinder their love for their son.”

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Your Children’s Most Memorable Birthday Gifts

Monday, November 20th, 2006

What gifts will you give your children on their next birthday? Have you made any decisions already? If they have their wish list, you are lucky then.

But if you have no idea, this article below provides interesting recommendations that you might try. Enjoy!

10 Memorable Gifts You Can Give Your Children for Their Birthday
By Adriana Copaceanu

Everyone loves a special gift on their birthday: especially our kids! I have put together a list of 10 memorable gifts you can gift your children on their birthday without breaking the bank.

  1. Art supplies: almost all kids enjoy crayons, markers, stickers, colored pencils, gel pens, special papers and scissors, sidewalk chalk, water colors, homemade rubber stamps, “how to draw” books calligraphy instructions, or origami instructions and colored paper. An art supply gift not only encourages the youngsters to use their imagination, but it can be an extra treat when you spend time with them using them.
  2. Books are always great gifts for any age: you can get musical or squeaky books for the little ones, short stories for preschoolers, adventure books for 9-11 year olds, and so on: there is a book for every taste. You can also buy books about your child’s interests, books about careers, etc. (more…)

Posted in Baby Toddler Child Teen, Education, Growth and Development, Parenting | 6 Comments »

Blog of the Week

Friday, November 17th, 2006

Good Ole Cook has something special in her blog last Wednesday.

November 27, 2006 is her Mom & Dad’s 40th wedding anniversary… Wow! That is almost unbelievable! 40 years of marriage!

However, she is planning for a surprise anniversary party for her beloved parents tomorrow (November 18). I’m sure that it’s going to be an unforgettable celebration for all of the family.

She has set up everything since about 4 months ago with her siblings. Please have a look at her blog to see what they’ve been doing :) .

You are absolutely correct, Good Ole Cook…. This is a HUGE accomplishment. 40 years of marriage!

And for this very extraordinary moment, your family’s special day, I am pleased to choose your blog as the Blog of the Week.

May your parents live happily ever after …
and may their children have a strong and loving marriage
as their Mom and Dad’s…
Happy 40th Wedding Anniversary!

Posted in Blog of the Week, Marriage and Relationship, Parenting | 3 Comments »

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