Most parents adore that toothless gummy grin, but whether you like it or not, teeth begin to surface as your baby turns around 6 months old and his first milk tooth emerges. As your baby’s teeth appear, so do a host of new symptoms caused by the terrible teething process. Babies can suffer from a […]
You can use the camera on your iPod Touch to take VGA-quality photos and store them on the device, but you can also transfer high-quality photos from your computer to the iPod, where you can view them at any time, anywhere, on the device’s 3.5-inch LED-backlit display. Use the free iTunes software to upload photos […]
Because it’s not enough that your preschooler or kindergartner can build an amazing sand castle and (almost) tie her own shoes — now you have to worry about her math skills. It’s not completely without reason, according to a study published in the California Watch, that strong math skills are a key predictor of future […]
The grief that accompanies parental death can trigger psychological side effects for your child. If these psychological effects are long term or if they interfere with your child’s emotional or mental stability, there may be cause to worry. As the mom of a toddler or preschooler, you should provide any explanations, support and attention necessary […]
Sensory motor, or sensorimotor, skills are motor skills which rely on one or more of the five senses, most commonly touch and sight. At their tender age, sensory motor lessons for toddlers should amount to no more than letting your little one engage in play activities that will help her begin to build an understanding […]
Entertaining your toddler can be a challenging proposition as her interest drifts quickly and unpredictably by the moment. But using songs to turn tractors into a game works wonders in holding your toddler’s short attention span. Songs for toddlers about tractors work easily into a farm theme party or play date. The rhythms and lyrics […]
“The work of toddlers is play” is a common description of what’s going on developmentally for your 2-year-old. Little ones this age typically aren’t able to sit and absorb traditional lessons yet, but they are eager to display their mastery of basic concepts such as shape, color and size. These concepts all lend themselves to […]
Unlike Wi-Fi or cellular connections, which enable communication over longer distances, Bluetooth connects devices that are around 30 feet or less apart. Most commonly used to connect a headset to a mobile phone, Bluetooth uses low power but enough data speed to send high-fidelity music from your smartphone to wireless speakers, and is versatile enough […]
The center of your home wireless network is the wireless router, which you locate near your incoming Internet connection. Use an Ethernet cable to connect your cable, FiOS or DSL modem to the incoming Ethernet port of your wireless router. The router will automatically connect the Internet over its wireless antennas to other computers and […]
Kids need to get out and work off their energy, even as they’re learning. If a child sits still for too long, she loses focus and can’t absorb information as easily. Using physical activities to reinforce learning will help memories form as well, meaning the information imparted has a better chance of making an impact […]
Three-year-old Jordan enjoys Uncle Bill. Uncle Bill taught him to thumb wrestle, blow milk bubbles out of his nose, and was in the process of introducing him to the fine art of head butting when Jordan’s mom intervened. Even without the tutelage of one-bubble-shy-of-plumb relatives, toddlers pick up inappropriate behaviors — like hitting. Toddlers are […]
Occasionally lost in the excitement of purchasing new home theater or stereo speakers is the reality that speaker wire is not included. The extensive options and claims made by speaker wire manufacturers potentially cloud the issue, making what should be a simple task more complex. Although sound quality differences between various iterations of speaker wire […]
All children can have behavior problems; very few children make it through childhood without smacking a sibling or yelling, “I hate you!” at a parent. Toddlers and preschoolers are practically defined by their temper tantrums, after all. Severe behavior problems, however, are beyond typical childhood issues. It can be hard for parents to decide what […]
It’s a time-honored tale: your preschooler is ready for his first pair of skates, and there they are, waiting under the Christmas tree. Unfortunately, you’ve purchased the wrong size, which is how you end up standing in a ridiculously long line at the customer service counter the next day, waiting to return the useless pair […]
A wireless router is a networking device that allows the computers and other electronic devices in your home to access the Internet via radio signals. A wireless router frees your home from some of the cable clutter that accompanies electronics and provides Internet access to mobile devices without Ethernet ports. Because many wireless routers have […]
Wiring is a necessary evil in any home theater or car audio environment. In larger systems, the task of running wire may comprise the majority of time taken within the overall installation. It is important to remember to protect the wire and the signals they carry as they pass through firewalls, behind baseboards and in […]
Microsoft launched its first tablets in 2012, offering two different models: the Surface With Windows RT and the Surface With Windows Pro. The main difference between the two is the operating system and the fact that the Pro version has a more powerful processor and more memory. Both are about the same size and include […]
The Apple iPad is one of the most popular varieties of tablet computer. A tablet is a lightweight device that is often used for viewing multimedia, browsing the Internet, or using applications. Apple has upgraded the iPad several times since its launch in 2010. The iPad 2 was unveiled in 2011, and is thinner and […]
Some children naturally learn to enunciate their words seemingly without much effort, while others need a little nudge in the direction of proper speech. The “B” sound is one of the first sounds that your child will make, according to Kids Health. Playing games, focused learning and plenty of encouragement are all important in teaching […]
Shortwave radios have been in use for nearly 100 years. These radios connected people over great distances long before other means of communication evolved. Today many people still enjoy listening to broadcasts on this set of frequencies to hear talk radio, emergency broadcasting and other material throughout the world. Finding a shortwave radio that meets […]
A baby — preemie or otherwise — wouldn’t be a baby if she wasn’t in the business of babbling before saying real words. A toddler born prematurely — defined as entering the world prior to the 37th week of pregnancy — may lag slightly behind a tot born full-term — between 38 and 42 weeks […]
Having a laptop for school allows you to go from the classroom to a study group to working on a project in your room. Buying a laptop is an investment in your educational success. Before deciding on a specific laptop, you need to understand certain requirements from your school, your budget and your personal preferences.Budget […]
Is it too much to ask for an eloquent toddler? Well, kinda. It’s normal for strangers to not understand a single word that comes from your toddler’s mouth, and he’s totally typical when he goes for “cutesy” terms like “bankee” instead of “blanket” or “monk monk” instead of “monkey.” You can’t expect your toddler to […]
Common sense tells you not to expose your children to alcohol and drugs on TV — and there’s plenty of science to back you up. Research reported by the American Academy of Pediatrics finds that the more your kids get exposed through the media to tobacco, alcohol and drugs, the more likely they’ll be to […]
A child’s speech development is a very common worry for parents. How long should it be before that cute baby babble turns into words? Should you worry if a child isn’t speaking sentences by age 2? There are a few basic speech milestones for toddlers. However, it is also important to keep in mind that […]
There are so many challenges when raising a toddler. Your sweet little baby becomes, mobile, opinionated and passionate seemingly overnight. If your toddler is experiencing a language delay and isn’t speaking yet, things can become even more challenging. He still has the same opinions and passions, but has a hard time expressing them in a […]
When you first brought your baby home, you knew you’d have to struggle through a few months of sleep deprivation with your newborn. What you didn’t know — because most parents won’t admit to it — is that your sleep struggles might continue into the toddler and even the preschool years. If you feel like […]
Whether you call them pipe cleaners or chenille stems — these cheap and pretty little doodads make crafting loads of fun for little ones. Once spring is in the air, let the fresh air into the house with crafts for the small fry that use colorful pipe cleaners to make the magic happen. Kite The […]
For many years, desktop computers were considered by most experts to be superior to laptops for computer buyers who demanded the best performance at the lowest cost. However, laptop computers have become faster and more affordable in recent years. They now offer sufficient performance for most applications along with the added benefit of portability. By […]
Mealtimes with kids can be frustrating if you find yourself blessed with discriminating little palates. Kids may turn their noses up at foods based on color, texture or just on a funky whim. Although it can be tempting to force kids to eat certain foods, you may set yourself up for major food issues if […]
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