As children grow they like to explore their environment. It’s important to be aware of the dangers so that your child doesn’t get injured while exploring. Denyse Boxell from SafeKids Canada takes htp://www.WatchMojo.com through the home to reveal all the hidden dangers.
It’s easy to think you’d be able to defend yourself against an attacker if necessary. However, the truth becomes shockingly clear if the situation presents itself that most people simply freeze when assaulted. A self-defense course will teach children how to evade abduction or an attack. Staying aware, avoiding problems, screaming and finding help are all important tools you will learn. Most importantly, a hands-on approach to learning self-defense is imperative to train your brain not to freeze during an attack. In this video, WatchMojo.com learns more about how to be a street smart kid.
Getting rid of germs is one of the best ways to battle illnesses throughout the year. Frequent hand washing, cleaning surfaces often and covering your mouth when you cough are just some tips to avoid the spreading of germs. In this video, Kelly Schwarcz and Vanessa Martin of K.I.D.S. Daycare show WatchMojo.com how to stay healthy in a classroom.
Schoolyard bullying is, unfortunately, a rampant problem. There are some simple rules your child can apply at school to help deal with and stop this phenomenon from affecting him or her. To start, the child must limit their interaction with the bully. Next, he or she must repeat simple phrases, such as “leave me alone.” The third rule is: after three repetitions of that simple phrase, the child must take action by getting a teacher, leaving the situation, or something else. Finally, the child must use strong body language in the face of a bully. In this video, WatchMojo.com learns more about these four rules. For more information, click Here
Pregnancy is an exciting time for mothers. It’s a time to set up the baby’s room, pick out names and an excuse to eat for two.
That’s in most scenarios, but recently women have been watching the scale nervously-completely forgetting that they have a baby growing inside of them. This case where pregnant women then become obsessed with exercise and dieting has been called “pregorexia.”
On average, women should gain 25-35 pounds during their pregnancy. This is needed so that the fetus can grow into a healthy baby.
According to Dr. Holly Phillips on the Early Show,
“calorie restriction is linked with growth retardation (and) birth defects, and (with) vitamin deficiencies, both for the mother and baby. What’s interesting about vitamin deficiencies is, say, for instance, with calcium deficiency: The baby will probably get what he or she needs, but that’ll be at the expense of the mother’s bones. So, you really have to be careful with that” and take in more calories overall than you ordinarily would.”
Thankfully Joel Armstrong had great hands and never missed a catch.
Primp and pamper yourself with a spa for two!
Remember to let the staff know that you are pregnant when you book your appointment so that they can be sure to avoid any harmful treatments. Basically avoid any treatment that involves high temperatures (whirlpools, saunas, steam rooms, heat wraps, etc.) or the use of any herbal or botanical products that could potentially be harmful to the developing baby.
Do, however, enjoy facials, pedicures and mommy massages!
Continue for more dos and don’ts.
“Swiss police said they are investigating a 7-year-old girl’s discovery of a condom in her McDonald’s Happy Meal.
Fribourg state police said the mother called them after the girl discovered the condom among her French fries.
Police said Monday they were investigating where the condom came from and how it got into the Happy Meal. They said an analysis was being done to determine if the condom posed a health risk.”
After the disappearance last week of an eight-year-old Woodstock, Ontario girl last week, many parents are debating whether it is safe to let their children walk to school unaccompanied.
Experts suggest using an event such as this disappearance as a moment to teach your children about safety. However, incidents such as this are very limited, and so experts also say parents should not overreact. Most missing children are runaways, while others were taken by a parent. Read more…
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