Mother Knows Best
The argument that women are better equipped than men for parenthood is no longer valid.
Sixty years ago, it was not uncommon for a woman to have ten children or more, and young girls were more likely to be involved in looking after them. Nowadays, [...]
Safety at Home: Kids safety
There are some general rules that apply to all rooms of the house. These include avoiding having trailing electrical cords, loose carpets, and flammable items of furniture. Choose furniture that is child friendly; for example – avoid tables [...]
Father Role: Twins
There are some special considerations if you are trying to feed twin babies and, whereas I would always advocate breastfeeding, you may want to consider the pros and cons set out in the chart below.
BREAST
You can feed both at once
You need [...]
Multiple Births
New parents are often surprised at the amount of work involved in caring for a newborn, and this is clearly even more true for parents who have multiple births.
Many parents of twins don’t realize how much help they will need, though mothers [...]
Siblings: Dressing Twins
Many parents wish to dress twins alike, especially if they are identical, and this can look very appealing.
You should, however, think of your twins as individuals from the start. Being recognized for oneself and being called by one’s own [...]
Tips For Parents
TIPS FOR MOTHERS: Your partner will quickly start to feel he is neither wanted nor needed if you give all your attention to the baby.
Always ask your partner for help – you can’t expect him to know how much you need it unless you tell [...]
Baby Care And Public Transportation
Using public transportation can really be a trial, as neither buses nor trains are equipped or serviced for mothers and young children. Picture yourself with a stroller, a heavy and wriggling baby, the baby bag, your handbag, a coat, and possibly [...]