Thanks.I need as many advice for a healthy life style as possible!Can you help me please?
Sleep 8 hours a night, dring 8 glasses of water everyday. eat good wholesome foods, get exercise everyday.I need as many advice for a healthy life style as possible!Can you help me please?
make sure u eat a balenced diet,excercise regularly, get plenty of sleep and drink lots of water.
I read somewhere ';if it doesn't rot don't eat it';. Eat things that are closest to there natural state. Stay away from food with chemicals, hormones, sugar, and no processed foods.
Exercise and eat healthy. Exercising doesn't necessary mean that you can't have fun, if I where you I would do something I can enjoy (in my case squash and aerobics). Same thing with eating healthy, don't starve yourself to death, eat a lot fruits and vegetables and if you could change to wheat it would be better. Eat 3 times a week meat ,possibly only once red meat(of course this doesn't appeal to vegetarians), and 3 times fish.
eat right. no more pizza or chinese food or stuff like that. most cornor stores or nearby stores might make sandwiches. instead of grabbing take out grab that. instead of having an afternoon coke drink water(saves 97 calories) instead of using ur break to eat a snack or catch up on work walk up and down stairs or walk around somewhere( burned 100 calories)
Bicycling=440 calories burned
Hiking=370 calories burned
Horseback Riding=279 calories burned
Running=1,118 calories burned
Walking=265 calories burned
Swimming=419 calories burned
Tennis=489 calories burned
Also remember eating right is also really important too. Try eating things like grapefruits, apples, grapes, oranges and stuff like that.
Breakfast- a fruit and toast with cream cheese or something else that doesnt have too mcuh fat.
Lunch-a fruit, a sancwich with lettuce and mayo and cheese. You can do ham too but I don't recomend meat and carbs toegther.
Dinner-Try something low fat. You can get many recipes on foodnetwork.com or on allrecipes.com. Don't eat anything fried or all your work is in the toilet.
Bedtime snack-an orange
Other snacks throughtout the day-fruits, toast, a piece of meat no bigger than your palm. I also reccomend you keep a checklist of stuff u eat like if you eat a carbohydrate, put a check next to it and protein and vegetable and fruit and dairy do the same thing. Kind of like a food diary. Don't do a stupid diet cuz that is stupid.If the ingredient label says ';High Fructose Corn Syrup';, or anything with the words ';Partially Hydrogenated'; then put it down. Also choose sugar over artificial sweeteners. GOOD LUCK!
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Are there any places where you can gtalk to someone for advice?
i like doing that.Are there any places where you can gtalk to someone for advice?
I strongly recomment this site: http://www.enotalone.com/forum
It's a forum designed for people to give and receive advice on pretty much any topic that comes up in their lives. The people there are VERY nice and very helpful! :)Are there any places where you can gtalk to someone for advice?
Try www.agirlsworld.com and www.iwastold.com
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I strongly recomment this site: http://www.enotalone.com/forum
It's a forum designed for people to give and receive advice on pretty much any topic that comes up in their lives. The people there are VERY nice and very helpful! :)Are there any places where you can gtalk to someone for advice?
Try www.agirlsworld.com and www.iwastold.com
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What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Mind that bus.What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
';dont be a trouble magnet';What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Not to stress too much about GCSEs because in a few years time, people won't care about what you got for them, only what your recent job was. So long as you get good enough grades to go to college that's okay.
people don't have to like you , and you don't have to like a person.
To belief in myself and to realise that I can do things and that there is no such thing as can't.
Taking this advice has helped me over the last couple of years to develop as a person and to go further in life. When i felt that i couldn't do something, i would sit and think of the advice and say i can do it and figure out how to overcome the i cant do it bit.
learn to be tough!
dont eat the yellow snow
here drink this.
';Get over it.';
Dont be a suck up ! Other people only think less of you. Get what you want through hard work %26amp; determination
The best advice usually redeems one from trouble
'Don't save things for best' because you will never get full use out of them or if it is clothing by the time you get round to wearing the item it will be out of date, or faded, or eaten by moths.
never regret anything, just reflect on it and alter it for the next time..............
...........another was 'don't do it' on my hen night.......should have listened lol
Say what you mean and mean what you say - particularly relevant to child rearing
stay in school and don't do drugs
The best advice i ever got was off of a friend of mine. I was going through a hard time, and she said to me 'Kayleigh everything in this world happens for a reason, no body can tell you what this reason is, only you yourself can tell you what this reason is. I know that you cannot help to think that it is totally unfair that this has happened to you, but at the end of the day it is making you a much stronger person, and you are becoming more and more confident in everything that you do. I know that at times you want to give up on life, and finish everything as you do not think that your life is worth living anymore, but if you did finish it all, yes you are getting rid of all of your problems and troubles, but what about the people who love and care about you, how are they going to feel, and most of all the person that has made you feel like this has won. Kayleigh, you are a strong young woman, no matter what your sexuality is, what colour your skin is or even what you believe in, all you have to do is to try and cope with your demons and troubles, whilst holding your head up high, and telling yourself that you are stronger for this ever happening to you.' So i owe This person everything for giving me this small bit of advice, as if it was not for her, i probably wouldn't be around typing this now
That I am not a carpet and I am worth more....say it to myself every morning.
Save money every month in a savings account and NEVER spend it. Wise advice - try being 50 or 60 with absolutely no money in the bank. Thank heavens I listened to my gran.
Trust nobody.
treat others as you would like to be treated and my gran said never change a thing if ppl don't like you they can take it up with me !!! God I miss her
time is never wasted only mis-used
and
only touch paperwork once - never have a pending tray
Always wear clean undies
';dont be a trouble magnet';What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Not to stress too much about GCSEs because in a few years time, people won't care about what you got for them, only what your recent job was. So long as you get good enough grades to go to college that's okay.
people don't have to like you , and you don't have to like a person.
To belief in myself and to realise that I can do things and that there is no such thing as can't.
Taking this advice has helped me over the last couple of years to develop as a person and to go further in life. When i felt that i couldn't do something, i would sit and think of the advice and say i can do it and figure out how to overcome the i cant do it bit.
learn to be tough!
dont eat the yellow snow
here drink this.
';Get over it.';
Dont be a suck up ! Other people only think less of you. Get what you want through hard work %26amp; determination
The best advice usually redeems one from trouble
'Don't save things for best' because you will never get full use out of them or if it is clothing by the time you get round to wearing the item it will be out of date, or faded, or eaten by moths.
never regret anything, just reflect on it and alter it for the next time..............
...........another was 'don't do it' on my hen night.......should have listened lol
Say what you mean and mean what you say - particularly relevant to child rearing
stay in school and don't do drugs
The best advice i ever got was off of a friend of mine. I was going through a hard time, and she said to me 'Kayleigh everything in this world happens for a reason, no body can tell you what this reason is, only you yourself can tell you what this reason is. I know that you cannot help to think that it is totally unfair that this has happened to you, but at the end of the day it is making you a much stronger person, and you are becoming more and more confident in everything that you do. I know that at times you want to give up on life, and finish everything as you do not think that your life is worth living anymore, but if you did finish it all, yes you are getting rid of all of your problems and troubles, but what about the people who love and care about you, how are they going to feel, and most of all the person that has made you feel like this has won. Kayleigh, you are a strong young woman, no matter what your sexuality is, what colour your skin is or even what you believe in, all you have to do is to try and cope with your demons and troubles, whilst holding your head up high, and telling yourself that you are stronger for this ever happening to you.' So i owe This person everything for giving me this small bit of advice, as if it was not for her, i probably wouldn't be around typing this now
That I am not a carpet and I am worth more....say it to myself every morning.
Save money every month in a savings account and NEVER spend it. Wise advice - try being 50 or 60 with absolutely no money in the bank. Thank heavens I listened to my gran.
Trust nobody.
treat others as you would like to be treated and my gran said never change a thing if ppl don't like you they can take it up with me !!! God I miss her
time is never wasted only mis-used
and
only touch paperwork once - never have a pending tray
Always wear clean undies
What is the best advice you have ever ignored?
Not to answer questions from schoolchildren - but I still doWhat is the best advice you have ever ignored?
Dont paint everyone guy with the same brush.... to elaborate, after being in a string of disasterous relationships which reduced my trust in guys to zero, when I would meet a decent guy Id tar them with the same brush.... my lack of trust broke up a lot of relationships with really good guys that just couldnt take my paranoia, even today Ive met a great guy that has been so honest with me, but Im reverting back to old habits and we've allready had a few fallouts over me being paranoid. I guess Im still ignoring very good advice, but its easier said than done!
xxWhat is the best advice you have ever ignored?
you are far to young to get married
i was 18 in the army ignored everyone got married divorced two years later tow kids huge debts took years to put it right
Don't **** on your boss.
work hard :(
Dont paint everyone guy with the same brush.... to elaborate, after being in a string of disasterous relationships which reduced my trust in guys to zero, when I would meet a decent guy Id tar them with the same brush.... my lack of trust broke up a lot of relationships with really good guys that just couldnt take my paranoia, even today Ive met a great guy that has been so honest with me, but Im reverting back to old habits and we've allready had a few fallouts over me being paranoid. I guess Im still ignoring very good advice, but its easier said than done!
xxWhat is the best advice you have ever ignored?
you are far to young to get married
i was 18 in the army ignored everyone got married divorced two years later tow kids huge debts took years to put it right
Don't **** on your boss.
work hard :(
Do I meet the requirements for modeling? And do you have any advice?
I'm 5'9, weigh 125 pounds, wear a size 4 dress and am half korean, a third polish and the rest a mixture of swedish and irish and american indian.
I want to make it in the modeling industry and was wondering if anyone had any advice or know of any sites or open casting calls that can help.Thanks =)Do I meet the requirements for modeling? And do you have any advice?
Have a look at http://www.thefashionfix.com
I don't know where you are in the world but that site seems to have good advice.
I want to make it in the modeling industry and was wondering if anyone had any advice or know of any sites or open casting calls that can help.Thanks =)Do I meet the requirements for modeling? And do you have any advice?
Have a look at http://www.thefashionfix.com
I don't know where you are in the world but that site seems to have good advice.
Poll for nurses: What advice would you give someone entering Nursing School?
Concerning tests, studying, organization, etc....what helped you succeed?
ThanksPoll for nurses: What advice would you give someone entering Nursing School?
You really HAVE to want to take care of people, because you will be doing a LOT of things that you never ever dreamed of.
The demands made on you at time will over whelm, and the Thanks are few and far between.
It really would help to work as a CNA or LPN , because even if you don't do the hands on care later on,it helps you be a better manager of not only your time, but theirs. I got the hands on experience, which is how I learn...more so than book learning.
I was never one to cram before a test, If I haven't learned the material before...cramming wasn't going to help. I read and reread the material days before any test and thought about an experience I had to help make it make sense for me.
Organization is really important. helps to be a bit anal about that! This isn't something that can be taught...you are or are not.
You have to be willing to work odd shifts, long hours, weekends and holidays. Something not everyone seems to think about before getting into this field.
Don't enter the field if it is a Doctor you are just hoping to meet and marry. You will see the long hours and difficult personalities in a lot of them and RUN!!
Rambling on here, and sorry for that.
It is at times a difficult career, a learning experience daily, but for me the most rewarding! I love being a nurse...it is just who I am.Poll for nurses: What advice would you give someone entering Nursing School?
Are you going into nursing? I know you said you were going back to school, but didn't know for what.
Anything I can do to help...give me a shout.
Thanks again, John and Good Luck in whatever you decide to be when you grow up!! :-)
Here is a great nursing forum:
http://allnurses.com/nursing-student/
My advice is to study by doing lots of NCLEX style questions instead of trying to memorize every small detail. The tests in nursing school are different than what you're probably used to.
I would also recommend that you do as much as possible in clinical. If they ask a group of you who wants to do (fill in the blank), volunteer! You can get a lot out of your clinicals, or you can skate by not doing much. I've skated by for the most part, and now that I'm close to graduation, I wish I had done a lot more.
Make sure you can be nice to patients at all times before you even start.
Make sure you don't bring your problems with you to your job.
The worst thing in the world is a mad nurse who doesn't know how to control her attitude along with her career.
Have to start there first. These days nurses are only concerned about the good money and not treating patients nice.
I'm a nursing student, and I would say you have to want it really bad...Its not easy, its alot of hard work and dedication. I always have my nose in books..hardly any free time..but it will pay off in the end. So my advice to you is only go into nursing if you really really want that to be your career. :) because its super hard and time consuming, but it will be worth it.
Goood Luck :)
Are you doing it????
GO GLUTEUS MAXIMUS - ROMAN KING!!!
You know a wise man once told me - nurses and teachers are angels without wings!!!!
dont!!!mascara
ThanksPoll for nurses: What advice would you give someone entering Nursing School?
You really HAVE to want to take care of people, because you will be doing a LOT of things that you never ever dreamed of.
The demands made on you at time will over whelm, and the Thanks are few and far between.
It really would help to work as a CNA or LPN , because even if you don't do the hands on care later on,it helps you be a better manager of not only your time, but theirs. I got the hands on experience, which is how I learn...more so than book learning.
I was never one to cram before a test, If I haven't learned the material before...cramming wasn't going to help. I read and reread the material days before any test and thought about an experience I had to help make it make sense for me.
Organization is really important. helps to be a bit anal about that! This isn't something that can be taught...you are or are not.
You have to be willing to work odd shifts, long hours, weekends and holidays. Something not everyone seems to think about before getting into this field.
Don't enter the field if it is a Doctor you are just hoping to meet and marry. You will see the long hours and difficult personalities in a lot of them and RUN!!
Rambling on here, and sorry for that.
It is at times a difficult career, a learning experience daily, but for me the most rewarding! I love being a nurse...it is just who I am.Poll for nurses: What advice would you give someone entering Nursing School?
Are you going into nursing? I know you said you were going back to school, but didn't know for what.
Anything I can do to help...give me a shout.
Thanks again, John and Good Luck in whatever you decide to be when you grow up!! :-)
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Here is a great nursing forum:
http://allnurses.com/nursing-student/
My advice is to study by doing lots of NCLEX style questions instead of trying to memorize every small detail. The tests in nursing school are different than what you're probably used to.
I would also recommend that you do as much as possible in clinical. If they ask a group of you who wants to do (fill in the blank), volunteer! You can get a lot out of your clinicals, or you can skate by not doing much. I've skated by for the most part, and now that I'm close to graduation, I wish I had done a lot more.
Make sure you can be nice to patients at all times before you even start.
Make sure you don't bring your problems with you to your job.
The worst thing in the world is a mad nurse who doesn't know how to control her attitude along with her career.
Have to start there first. These days nurses are only concerned about the good money and not treating patients nice.
I'm a nursing student, and I would say you have to want it really bad...Its not easy, its alot of hard work and dedication. I always have my nose in books..hardly any free time..but it will pay off in the end. So my advice to you is only go into nursing if you really really want that to be your career. :) because its super hard and time consuming, but it will be worth it.
Goood Luck :)
Are you doing it????
GO GLUTEUS MAXIMUS - ROMAN KING!!!
You know a wise man once told me - nurses and teachers are angels without wings!!!!
dont!!!
What is the best advice you can give to a first time, new parent?
Sleep when the baby sleeps. The house, laundry, dishes can wait. You need as much rest as you can get to be better able to emotionally handle the parenting.What is the best advice you can give to a first time, new parent?
enjoy your child they don't stay little longWhat is the best advice you can give to a first time, new parent?
Sleep when you can, and when you can't remember that babies are so little for so short a time. Try to be patient, in the beginning you will get nothing but cries, screams and silence but when you get that first smile at one or two months, your heart will be so full!
Do read books, I've seen many who comment that 'experts' don't know what they are talking about, but they must not really read their books. Many books will answer your early questions, reassure you that your baby is 'normal', give you tips on how to get your baby to be a good sleeper, and lots of good general advice. I recommend ';Healthy Sleep, Happy Child'; ';Baby Hearts'; and ';What to expect: The first year';. Also a great website is www.babycenter.com.
Finally, ask your pediatrician about ANYTHING! New parents are always afraid their questions will be 'silly'. They are not, and your pediatrician is there to answer so don't feel bad!
Good Luck, God Bless and Congratulations!!
through all the crying sleepless nights and dirty diapers it is all worth it. Read all the book you want but there is one thing a book can not teach you that is what God gave us our ability to be parents. All babies are different and grow at different rates. Good luck and congrats.
The best advice I can give you is to relax. As long as the kiddo is loved, fed, changed, and bathed regularly, he'll make it through. :)
Too many new parents are way too stressed. It's not so bad - don't worry about every little thing!
Oh, and a tip for diaper rash...if the wee one gets a really bad case of diaper rash, dip a cotton ball in Maalox and dab it on the diaper area. It helps break down the acids in urine to prevent it from causing even more damage, and it gives it a chance to heal.
The best thing anyone ever told me came from my nephew's wife - ';They cry a lot, but remember while they are crying that it is all worth it in the end!'; It got me through several long nights. And still does!
Bond with, love, and cherish your child, because in the wink of an eye, they'll be off to college.
The best advice I can give is to not let anyone tell you how to be a parent to your child. Everyone has an opinion and thinks its their place to chime in, but its not. You will know how to be a parent and exactly what your child needs. Dont feel guilty if you dont do things just as someone else says they would, its not their business or child.
The second best advice is to give your child all of your love and respect.
Sleep when the baby is sleeping. Taking care of a baby will come naturally. You wont really think, you just know what you should do.
Sleep when they do when they are tiny and so scary.
Always listen to your instincts and common sense.
Find a great doctor and communicate...the only stupid question is the one you didn't ask.
Laundry, dusting, vacuuming and dirty dishes are not as important as your child is...they get done eventually.
Don't rush potty training....it is easier and quicker if you let them take the lead.
Don't let them see you cry when you send them off to school that first day....suck it up til they are gone then sob your heart out if you need to.
Remember always you want them to be strong and independent. So you have to learn how to let go...and let them grow.
Bumps, bruises and scraps heal, broken hearts don't.
Play in the rain...and the mud...it all washes off!
Teach them faith and belief.
Teach them responsibility and honor.
Teach them the beauty of art and reading and music...all forms.
Teach them history of the world and of family.
Teach them the value of what they have...not what they want.
Teach them the difference between want and need.
Teach them compassion and giving.
Teach them that color of skin is unimportant. We all bleed red.
Always try to reach past your own fears so they don't have them too (like of a dentist or flying or testing).
Remember they really are their own person...treasure their differences...don't try to change them!
Above all else Love them. They grow up so fast!!!
There is no such thing as too much love, too many hugs, or too many kisses.
It's okay to pick them up when they cry. They need to be secure in the knowledge that you are always there for them.
Always jump in mud puddles with them.
Say ';yes'; more than ';no';.
Always remember that your child is a person and an individual with legitimate feelings.
Always smile when you see them. Let them know how glad you are to see them.
It's okay for them to eat mac and cheese for a week straight.
Respect goes both ways.
Have fun, because that baby will be 12 before you know it, like mine.
Sleep when the baby sleeps and if the baby sleeps through the night dont get used to it because it probably won't last but enjoy it when it does happen. Enjoy every minute because they don't stay little for long.
Go by what you think is best for your child not what people say is the ';norm'; if your child is hungry feed it.
Learn from your mistakes and believe me everyone makes them because there is no such thing as a perfect parent.
Follow your heart: If you want to pick up your baby and give it a cuddle then do that. They don't stay small for very long so enjoy it while it lasts.
Just remember when they get bigger to let them live their life the way they want to. You are there to guide them and keep them out of trouble. Just let them be themselves and enjoy every minute of it! :)
I am a new mum myself. I know I don't know everything but I also know that, that is ok because I will learn as time goes by everything I need to know about my child.
As an early intervention specialist, I work with physcial therapis and occupational therapist. Our number one advice to parents is floor time. Children develop motor control from head to toe (cephal-caudal) and from outside the body in ( priximal-distal), After a few weeks of age a infant should spend on fifth of his wake time on his stomach on the floor.
A WARM BABY IS A HAPPY BABY
Don't listen to the person that said to only have one because you will love the first one more-this is ridiculous! However many you have you will have enough love to go around. My advise would be enjoy every minute and try not to rush everything. I couldn't wait until they did everything and time really does fly by and it will all be a blur. Try to enjoy each stage of childhood and don't let other mothers tell you your baby should be already doing this or that yours will do it when he or she is ready and they all develop at different speeds but it is normal. Enjoy your baby and keep laughing even though you will want to cry plenty of times!
Listen to your instincts, and take everything esle with a pinch of salt, especially books written by ';experts'; who have never had children.
Your child is an individual, not a mathematical model.
Enjoy every moment, before you know it their growen up.
When the baby sleeps, you MUST SLEEP, too.
Doctors aren't always right. Trust your instincts! You spend more time with your child than the doc. If you have a feeling something isn't right, do not rest until you are satisfied.
My son's GERD went undiagnosed ( and untreated) until he was almost 4 months old. I had to research his symptoms and bring the printed material in to get the doc's attention. (yes, we are changing doctors!)
If you have a high-maintenance child, check out www.askdrsears.com He's saved my sanity more than once with his tips on easier night nursing, and how to deal with a fussy baby.
Pick your battles and don't sweat the small stuff. When a ';problem'; arises ask yourself ';Is this going to matter in 20 years'; If the answer is no don't make an issue of it.
RELAX, BREATHE the child is NOT going to BREAK. The worst thing you can do is ALLOW the child to get in bed with you-not a good idea--------------and a baby is gonna cry----it may be hungary, might need changed, etc. This is a hard one.-------do not pick up the baby everytime he/she cries they are pretty smart and they learn very quickly what it takes to get your attention and keep your attention. YOU WILL DO FINE.
only have one child. if you have more you cannot help but pick a favroite and then you have a hard road ahead.
enjoy your child they don't stay little longWhat is the best advice you can give to a first time, new parent?
Sleep when you can, and when you can't remember that babies are so little for so short a time. Try to be patient, in the beginning you will get nothing but cries, screams and silence but when you get that first smile at one or two months, your heart will be so full!
Do read books, I've seen many who comment that 'experts' don't know what they are talking about, but they must not really read their books. Many books will answer your early questions, reassure you that your baby is 'normal', give you tips on how to get your baby to be a good sleeper, and lots of good general advice. I recommend ';Healthy Sleep, Happy Child'; ';Baby Hearts'; and ';What to expect: The first year';. Also a great website is www.babycenter.com.
Finally, ask your pediatrician about ANYTHING! New parents are always afraid their questions will be 'silly'. They are not, and your pediatrician is there to answer so don't feel bad!
Good Luck, God Bless and Congratulations!!
through all the crying sleepless nights and dirty diapers it is all worth it. Read all the book you want but there is one thing a book can not teach you that is what God gave us our ability to be parents. All babies are different and grow at different rates. Good luck and congrats.
The best advice I can give you is to relax. As long as the kiddo is loved, fed, changed, and bathed regularly, he'll make it through. :)
Too many new parents are way too stressed. It's not so bad - don't worry about every little thing!
Oh, and a tip for diaper rash...if the wee one gets a really bad case of diaper rash, dip a cotton ball in Maalox and dab it on the diaper area. It helps break down the acids in urine to prevent it from causing even more damage, and it gives it a chance to heal.
The best thing anyone ever told me came from my nephew's wife - ';They cry a lot, but remember while they are crying that it is all worth it in the end!'; It got me through several long nights. And still does!
Bond with, love, and cherish your child, because in the wink of an eye, they'll be off to college.
The best advice I can give is to not let anyone tell you how to be a parent to your child. Everyone has an opinion and thinks its their place to chime in, but its not. You will know how to be a parent and exactly what your child needs. Dont feel guilty if you dont do things just as someone else says they would, its not their business or child.
The second best advice is to give your child all of your love and respect.
Sleep when the baby is sleeping. Taking care of a baby will come naturally. You wont really think, you just know what you should do.
Sleep when they do when they are tiny and so scary.
Always listen to your instincts and common sense.
Find a great doctor and communicate...the only stupid question is the one you didn't ask.
Laundry, dusting, vacuuming and dirty dishes are not as important as your child is...they get done eventually.
Don't rush potty training....it is easier and quicker if you let them take the lead.
Don't let them see you cry when you send them off to school that first day....suck it up til they are gone then sob your heart out if you need to.
Remember always you want them to be strong and independent. So you have to learn how to let go...and let them grow.
Bumps, bruises and scraps heal, broken hearts don't.
Play in the rain...and the mud...it all washes off!
Teach them faith and belief.
Teach them responsibility and honor.
Teach them the beauty of art and reading and music...all forms.
Teach them history of the world and of family.
Teach them the value of what they have...not what they want.
Teach them the difference between want and need.
Teach them compassion and giving.
Teach them that color of skin is unimportant. We all bleed red.
Always try to reach past your own fears so they don't have them too (like of a dentist or flying or testing).
Remember they really are their own person...treasure their differences...don't try to change them!
Above all else Love them. They grow up so fast!!!
There is no such thing as too much love, too many hugs, or too many kisses.
It's okay to pick them up when they cry. They need to be secure in the knowledge that you are always there for them.
Always jump in mud puddles with them.
Say ';yes'; more than ';no';.
Always remember that your child is a person and an individual with legitimate feelings.
Always smile when you see them. Let them know how glad you are to see them.
It's okay for them to eat mac and cheese for a week straight.
Respect goes both ways.
Have fun, because that baby will be 12 before you know it, like mine.
Sleep when the baby sleeps and if the baby sleeps through the night dont get used to it because it probably won't last but enjoy it when it does happen. Enjoy every minute because they don't stay little for long.
Go by what you think is best for your child not what people say is the ';norm'; if your child is hungry feed it.
Learn from your mistakes and believe me everyone makes them because there is no such thing as a perfect parent.
Follow your heart: If you want to pick up your baby and give it a cuddle then do that. They don't stay small for very long so enjoy it while it lasts.
Just remember when they get bigger to let them live their life the way they want to. You are there to guide them and keep them out of trouble. Just let them be themselves and enjoy every minute of it! :)
I am a new mum myself. I know I don't know everything but I also know that, that is ok because I will learn as time goes by everything I need to know about my child.
As an early intervention specialist, I work with physcial therapis and occupational therapist. Our number one advice to parents is floor time. Children develop motor control from head to toe (cephal-caudal) and from outside the body in ( priximal-distal), After a few weeks of age a infant should spend on fifth of his wake time on his stomach on the floor.
A WARM BABY IS A HAPPY BABY
Don't listen to the person that said to only have one because you will love the first one more-this is ridiculous! However many you have you will have enough love to go around. My advise would be enjoy every minute and try not to rush everything. I couldn't wait until they did everything and time really does fly by and it will all be a blur. Try to enjoy each stage of childhood and don't let other mothers tell you your baby should be already doing this or that yours will do it when he or she is ready and they all develop at different speeds but it is normal. Enjoy your baby and keep laughing even though you will want to cry plenty of times!
Listen to your instincts, and take everything esle with a pinch of salt, especially books written by ';experts'; who have never had children.
Your child is an individual, not a mathematical model.
Enjoy every moment, before you know it their growen up.
When the baby sleeps, you MUST SLEEP, too.
Doctors aren't always right. Trust your instincts! You spend more time with your child than the doc. If you have a feeling something isn't right, do not rest until you are satisfied.
My son's GERD went undiagnosed ( and untreated) until he was almost 4 months old. I had to research his symptoms and bring the printed material in to get the doc's attention. (yes, we are changing doctors!)
If you have a high-maintenance child, check out www.askdrsears.com He's saved my sanity more than once with his tips on easier night nursing, and how to deal with a fussy baby.
Pick your battles and don't sweat the small stuff. When a ';problem'; arises ask yourself ';Is this going to matter in 20 years'; If the answer is no don't make an issue of it.
RELAX, BREATHE the child is NOT going to BREAK. The worst thing you can do is ALLOW the child to get in bed with you-not a good idea--------------and a baby is gonna cry----it may be hungary, might need changed, etc. This is a hard one.-------do not pick up the baby everytime he/she cries they are pretty smart and they learn very quickly what it takes to get your attention and keep your attention. YOU WILL DO FINE.
only have one child. if you have more you cannot help but pick a favroite and then you have a hard road ahead.
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