When you’re raising kids, you will realize that there are plenty of things you can never do without. You would need it often enough because they are handy and they can help make things easier for you and your handling of children. You would need this often enough because your kids are going to be using these a lot.

The following are things you need to stack up around the house, in your purse, or in your diaper/kiddie bag:

1. Baby wipes. Always so handy, I cannot imagine going around the house and out of the house without it. I have it in my bag even when the children are not with me. Force of habit. I use the wipes for literally everything that needs wiping. With children, it’s easier to keep them looking clean after playing in the yard or eating at a fast food restaurant.

2. Bandages or band-aids. Sometimes, I need it more than the kids need it. It’s a quick relief for cuts. When the children are out in the playground and they cut themselves, wipe the wound with baby wipes and cover it in band aid…and they’re back to playing again as if nothing happened.

3. Hair elastics and bands. This is especially true if you have girls. They always lose theirs so I don’t know what they do with it. But having this in your bag at all times is handy for quick grooming.

4. Baby powder. In this heat, a dab of baby powder can be refreshing and relieving.

Teaching your toddler to use the potty takes patience. Pressuring him to do so makes it hard for him to follow. You’ll know if they’re ready for toilet teaching if they start asking about it. So are you ready to help your child achieve this important milestone? Here are some few guidelines for your child’s potty training:

• Some tots are ready at 18 months, others not until their 4 yrs. old. So how will you know if your child is ready?

1. Does your child know the terms use for urinating and bowel movement?
2. Does he ask for a change when his diaper is dirty?
3. Can he pull his pants on and off by himself? and stay dry on his own?
4. If you answered yes to all of the questions above,then it’s the right time to do the potty training!

• Encouraging your child from time to time to go potty is a good thing. If he’s not yet ready, don’t force him to. Make suggestions like “Sweety if you feel like peeing, you may use the potty” or “Sweety I think you should go potty before we leave”.
• Typically, 2 years old learn to have bowel movements on the potty first and then urinating follows after some time. But some kids doesn’t like to poop and do it second. Make sure that you remind your little boy  that he needs to stand up while peeing.
• Take note that kids are normally shy about unfamiliar bathrooms. So incase of an accident, always bring diapers and a change of clothing handy.

To add more fun during your child’s potty training, try this super adorable potty chairs that I’m sure your kids will love. These potty chairs also have toilet and magazine holder where you can put some of his favorite books. I’m absolutely sure that they will  learn to go potty in no time.

Where to buy: Princess and Prince potty chair

Price: $75.00 

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As a parent, keeping your baby warm and nourished should be on your top list. But baby skin care is just as important.

Your infant’s delicate skin requires lots of tender treatment. You need to pamper and protect her from head to toe. Their skin is pure, supple and very sensitive that’s why they need the mildest touch.

How to Clean your infants:

• Stick to sponge baths until your newborn’s umbilical-cord stump falls off.
• Do not use adult soaps on your baby. This may cause dryness and irritations especially when your child’s prone to eczema.
• Mild body washes and shampoos are good for infants. If rashes appear, go to your pediatrician immediately.
• You can bathe your infant every other day to prevent dry skin. Always make sure that you clean her diaper area frequently and wipe the drool from her chin to prevent irritation.Don’t use baby products during the first few months. Their immune system is just developing and they are prone to have asthma or allergies if products are used.
• To remove the cradle cap, you can use baby oil and gently rub it on your newborn’s scalp and leave it for 10 minutes. Using a wet washcloth or soft comb, wipe away the loosened scale.

It is also important that you give your infant a gentle massage for a healthy skin. It makes them feel loved and accepted. This massage triggers hormones that will help boost immunity, and fight sickness. Simply put baby oil or lotion in your hands and then gently rub it in your infant’s chest and tummy.

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