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December 28th, 2009
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Parenting
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Parenting styles are usually talked about in terms of authoritarian parenting, authoritative parenting, and permissive parenting. What effects does each one have on the children receiving the parenting? How different will a child be when exposed to different parenting styles? And which is the correct and best parenting style to use? Studies (for example by Goodman and Gurian, 1999) have indicated that children who have experienced authoritarian parenting with strict parents often aren’t able to think for themselves or understand why certain behaviours are required. This would make sense as they are brought up to do things without questioning them. This is almost the direct opposite of permissive parenting methods. Children with authoritarian parents are often withdrawn or anxious and with low self esteem levels. Boys can also show anger and defiance as they get older. Authoritative parenting leads to these characteristics much less often. Permissive parenting, often known as ‘indulgent’ parenting, has been shown to lead to immature, impulsive behaviour, with an inclination towards disobedience and rebellion. Boys of permissive parents are often likely to be low achievers, certainly less so than children exposed to an authoritative parenting style, and also less so than children of the authoritarian parenting method. Boys are often less self motivated than girls in terms of education, which adds weight to the link between indulgent parenting and low achievement. Studies of authoritative parenting have shown that children exposed to this ‘democratic’ parenting style are the best adjusted. Whilst authoritarian parenting can often lead to differences in behaviour between boys and girls, children of authoritative parents show fewer differences in behaviour between the genders. They tend to achieve higher grades in school, be more helpful around the home, and have less social problems. Whilst the differences between strict parenting and authoritative parenting are evident, there are also differences between the children exposed to permissive parenting and the children in this group. Whatever your parent style, everything you do will in some way affect your child. Whilst it is very unlikely that any parents will fall neatly into any of the categories, it is clear from studies and reports that the authoritative parenting style is the most successful. Authoritarian parenting is often considered to be harsh and bullying and permissive parenting doesn’t give children the frames and boundaries they need. If you love your children and think about how your actions shape their future then you are likely to be doing OK. |
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December 18th, 2009
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Pregnancy
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There is no doubt that healthy diet is very important for a healthy pregnancy. An unborn Baby needs nutrition to develop and grow from its mother. A pregnant woman needs to increase her intake by 100 kilo calories during the first trimester. Then she should increase her intake to 300 kilo calories in the second and third trimester Pregnancy diet should be healthy and nutritious. Pregnant mother should avoid eat too much junk foods. A healthy diet should give the following nutrients. Iron: Iron helps supplying a sufficient level of blood to the baby. During the pregnancy, you should eat iron rich foods like fish, poultry, dried fruits, and whole grain breads. In the second and third trimesters of the pregnancy, you may need to take up 30 mg of iron daily. Folic Acid: Folic acid is also called “Folate”. It increase blood volume and reduce the potential risks of NTD ( Neural Tube Defects). Leafy vegetables, nuts and seeds, spouts, liver and other organ meats usually have folic acid. However, it may not be enough. Pregnant mother should take daily Folic acid supplement of 400 ug. Vitamin D and Calcium: To develop healthy strong bones and teeth, you baby will need enough supply of vitamin D and Calcium. You may need up to 2000IU of Vitamin D and 1000mg- 1300mg of calcium in your diet daily. Milk, yogurt, tofu, peanut are good sources of calcium. Dietary Cautions: During your pregnancy, you should limit coffee. Do not drink more than three to four small cups per day. According to the US Department of Health, if it is possible, you should avoid drinking it completely. Furthermore, you should limit high-mercury fish like Shark, King Mackerel, Swordfish to two serving per week.
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December 9th, 2009
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Baby
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How Does Swaddling Help My Baby? Swaddling can also offer warmth to your baby during his first few days of life. His internal thermostat isn’t working just yet so his body temperature can’t adjust itself. Even if it’s the middle of summer, chances are your baby may be cool, so swaddling will help him be comfortable. Also, your baby has just spent 9 months fitting tightly in your womb. It is a snuggly sensation that he is used to, so swaddling will offer his that same comfort that he’s used to. When Should I Swaddle My Baby?
Once your baby reaches about 1 month old, only swaddle your baby when he is sleeping. While he’s awake he’ll be moving and working on his muscle development. When he outgrows the need to be swaddled, he’ll let you know by crying and kicking while he’s swaddled. BUT, keep the swaddling technique in the back of your mind. Even at three or four months old, it can come in handy to help calm him down. |
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Swaddling your baby is like creating a “burrito” with a receiving blanket. Your nurses will swaddle your baby while you’re in the hospital. Take the time to learn this technique before you go home! It could mean the difference between an all night crying jag to a restful night.