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How to make an emergency milk bottle?

Use a medicine dropper.
Dribble milk into the side of the baby's mouth. Allow time for swallowing before inserting the next dropper-ful.

Use a straw.
Suck fluid into a straw and sustain tension by placing your thumb on the top of the straw. Put the straw into the side of the baby's mouth and remove your thumb periodically from the straw, releasing the tension and allowing the liquid to dribble out at intervals.

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Product Review: Schäedz Polarized Children's and Adults Sunglasses

Schäedz is a family sun protection company selling high-quality polarized sunglasses for children and matching designs for their parents too!

A new brand launched right here in Singapore by an Irish and Austrian husband and wife team, David and Mirjana Power; Schäedz is available globally via their website. They are set to educate parents on the importance of protecting children's eyesight. While parents protect their children's skin from the sun's harmful rays, they often overlook the need for equal attention to their eyes too.

The World Health Organization (WHO) says children are at especially high risk of damage from UV radiation, recommends children wear sunglasses and states that over exposure to the sun can cause or accelerate:

• inflammations of the cornea
• conjunctiva in the eye
• cataract development
• corneal sunburn (photokeratitis)
• cancer development

- http://www.schaedz.com/about.php

The nice folks at Schäedz recently gave me the privilege of reviewing a pair of Schäedz's sunglasses, and I must say I am very, very impressed.

Components of the package

My sunglasses were a gorgeous shade of red, and the whole package included:

1. A pair of Schäedz sunglasses
2. Earhooks, to adjust the fit
3. Hard case
4. Mircofiber cloth
5. Warranty
   

What I love about them:

• 10% of their profits go to preventable blindness charities.
  
• Second and subsequent purchases are discounted by 10%.
• The package was carefully packaged and promptly delivered!
• 14 day no questions asked exchange or refund for original condition returns
• 180 day manufacturing defect warranty
• Ships anywhere in the world without extra charge
• Minimal 70-90% recycled material packaging

Close-up view

What I love about their sunglasses:

• Polarized, shatterproof, polycarbonate, UV400, scratch resistant lenses
  
• Handmade acetate frames
• Satisfies European standard EN 1836:2005 and CE directive 89/686/EEG
• Absolutely affordable!
  
• Wide temples to block peripheral sun intrusion
• Durable dual direction hinges
• Matching adult designs to allow parents lead by example
• Hand-made acetate frames which allow for prescription lens replacement
• Sits comfortably on my nose bridge without any discomfort
• Does not cause any headache, 'wavy outlook', after a few hours.
  

True to their word, my sunglasses haven't gotten scratched, and I'm well-known for ruining many pairs within days of purchasing one. Their shades are priced from $23.10 for babies, to $39.10 for adults in USD. Now, that's value for money!

If you took a look at their collection, you'd notice the children's designs, match those of the adults'. Most parents, and early childhood professionals are well-aware of how children pick up life-long skills at their tender age by imitating the influential adults around them. Thus, tt pleases me to note that the folks at Schäedz have taken this into consideration, and have created adult sunglasses in the same shapes and colours as the children's versions.

By wearing Schäedz themselves, parents can leverage younger children's natural tendency to emulate their parents. By modeling the habit as an adult, you are encouraging your children to imitate you.

Schäedz Polarized Children's and Adults Sunglasses are sold retail and wholesale at http://www.schaedz.com/. Do drop by their site!

P.S.: They have got a Facebook Fan Page with fan photos and more, so go ahead and check them out!



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We take a look at our articles, this past week.

• How to survive a long car trip?
  
  
• Toy Review: Bilibo
  
  
• How to survive playing catch with your young one?
  
  
• Product Review: Easi Peasi Toilet Trainer
  
  
• How to survive Soccer Sunday?
  
  
• Easy Comparative shopping online: Pebble.com
  
  
• How to survive when your child brings home a stray?
  
  
• Product Review: Piggy Paint, Child-safe nail polish & remover
  
  
• How to deal with a dead pet?
  
  
• Wordless Wednesdays: Space Buddies
  
  
• 4 Ways to follow Little Red Bus
  
  
• Thanks to our Sponsors!
  

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WW: Space Buddies

Follows the previous "Air Bud"/"Buddies" movies -- animal-loving kids will enjoy it anyway.

How to deal with a dead pet

Make sure the pet is really dead.
Cats often sleep without moving for hours, dogs can be lazy, fish with parasites sometimes float upside down at the surface, and so observe the pet's chest. If it rises and falls,even very slowly, the animal is still alive. Hold a mirror to the pet's nose, if no condensation appears, the animal is probably dead. Pick up the animal, if he does not move and its body is stiff and cold, it has passed away. Feel the neck for a pulse, if you cannot feel one, and all the other signs indicate death, the pet has died.
Finally, check for involuntary blinking reflex: Lightly touch the pet's cornear. Any animal that is alive will blink reflexively.

Break the news to your child.
If the pet's death was sudden and unexpected, the child is likely to be distraught. Explain that death is a fact of life. Emphasize that the pet had a happy life, the child had taken good care of it, and that the pet is not suffering.

Prepare the body
Close the eyelids, place the corpse in a box and cover with a cloth.

Hold a family funeral.
Pets are a part of the family, and children expect them to be buried when they die. Give everyone a chance to speak at the ceremony. Burial should be immediate.

Allow your child to grieve.
Do not replace the pet right away. Grieving is an important part of recovery process, and children should be given time to adapt to the loss.

Piggy Paint: Child-Safe Nail Polish and Remover

Click HERE for the Piggy Paint™ Web Site

Piggy Paint™, is made from natural ingredients, and why do we love it so much?

• Non-toxic
• Odorless
• Water-based formula
• Hypoallergenic
• Fun, vibrant colors
• Dries to a hard, durable finish

I was over the moon last week when I received my Piggy Paint™ package. I found it hard to believe that a nail polish could be odorless! Now this was something I just had to see for myself. The first thing I did upon receiving my package, was the rip open the box (which was very properly sealed)! When I opened the box with the Piggy Paint™, I immediately opened the container and started to sniff the paint. Much to my surprise, it was true! It had no smell, absolutely NO SMELL at all!

Created by Melanie Hurley, a stay at home mom, who decided that any flammable substance that could eat through foam was unacceptable for my children’s fingernails, which would inevitably end up in their mouths this awesome nail polish is made in the USA.

The lovely, and oh-so-generous Melanie sent me the lovely Candy Coated shade, coupled with an enormous bottle of Nail Polish Remover. It the spirit of having a proper review done, I prompted painted my nails to see how it worked, and lasted.

I love their remover, as it doesn't smell like the regular ones do, they worked perfectly on the Piggy Paint™, but not so well on your ordinary adult ones. So perhaps, it's best saved for your Piggy Paint™ collection.

After my first coat, I noticed the the polish painted very easily, unlike some where it turns out looking 'lined' after application. Per the instruction, I applied several coats (only two actually).

I went out that following noon, and showed off my painted nails to friends and colleagues who were surprised (shocked, would be a more apt word) of the properties of the nail polish, and how prettily they turned out.

You also feel good, as their shipping is done using 100% reused peanuts from their community! So you're saving Mother Earth, while looking good too!



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How to survive when your child brings home a stray dog.

Involve your child in finding the dog's owner.
Explain that the dog might be somebody else's pet. Ask her to make posters to put up around the neighbourhood. Have her speak to the other dog owners in the area who might recognize the dog.

Check for dog tags

Follow the dog
Take the dog back to the place where it was found, and encourage the dog to lead you and your child to its home.

Take the dog to a veterinarian.
The vet should give the dog a full behavioural and medical evaluation. The dog's mental and physical condition may determine whether it can be a suitable pet.

Discuss dog ownership responsibilities
Explain to the child that caring for a dog is hard work. Detail pet care duties, and create a contract to make sure your child is fully vested in caring for and loving your new dog.

A dog with a runny nose, badly matted hair, and a dirty or unkempt appearance may have been on the streets for weeks or longer, approach such a dog with caution. Be wary of dogs that drink lots of water and seem confused or aggressive. Never approach any dog that appears to be foaming at the mouth.

Easy Comparative Shopping Online at Pebble.com!

One thing that the internet has enabled us to do {among other things!} is research. Online shoppers, we research everything--especially before we buy something. We look up reviews, and price comparisons, and the usual pros and cons prior to any purchases.


The problem here? It can be EXHAUSTING. So many websites to look at, and so little time. Including all the comments we would rather overlook, you simply can't find all of the information that you are looking for.

Let me tell you something about Pebble.com--a true, one stop comparative shopping website!

Pebble.com allows people to comparatively shop for products before they make a purchase. Users can ask questions when in need of information or can answer questions if they have had experience with a product.

It's just like going shopping, and seeking the salesperson's opinion, except your doing it online; and it's a community of answers and opinions. People helping each other out before making a purchasing decision!

Once you have made your choice, you can compare prices. You then can view the stores offered and the price at that store. Pebble.com will let you know which store offers the lowest price. After you have chosen the right store and price for you, you can go directly to the store and make your purchase, knowing you are getting what is just right for you.

If you're an avid online shopper, definitely give Pebble.com a try!




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How to survive a Soccer Saturday

Stay positive.
Refrain from criticizing your child's gameplay or the skills of the other children. Shout only supportive comments. Lead the other parents in group cheers.

Focus on the game.
Do not gossip with the other parents or talk on your cell phone.

Do not criticize the coach.
Don't worry about how much playing time your child gets or criticize the coach's strategy.

Let the referee make the calls.
Refrain from yelling, and support the referee.

Bring healthful treats.
The make the best refreshment for tired players and spectators. Bring a cooler with water and sports drinks too.

Bring extra clothing.
In sunny weather, pack hats, sunblock, etc...

Product Review: Easi Peasi Toilet Trainer

Have you seen a funkier toilet toilet?

Key Features:

* Warm, soft, and padded seat for delicate young bottoms

* Handy removable little 'wee-wee' catcher

* Bacteria and mildew resistant

* Fits regular and elongated seats

* Easy to clean

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How to survive playing catch with your young ones

Eat right.
Start the day with a high-protein, high-carbohydrate breakfast. Pancakes and sausages, bacon and eggs, or a bagel and an egg are all good choices. Drink plenty of fluids to aid in digestion, but avoid excess caffeine, which dehydrates. Wait 30 or 45 minutes for the meal to digest before playing ball.

Stretch.
Get the blood flowing with 15 to 20 minutes of intense stretching, fast jumping jacks, and vigorous running in place. Make sure all major muscle groups are loose.

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Last week, we receive the L’Oreal Paris Elseve Re-nutrition formula in our mailbox, and I was lucky enough to have a chance of testing it out!


L’Oreal Paris Elseve Re-nutrition
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A new kind of toy developed by young Swiss designer, Alex Hochstrasser, Bilibo is a companion for children from the first year onwards.

Bilibo
http://community.little-red-bus.com/2009/08/toy-review-bilibo.html


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Toy Review: Bilibo

A new kind of toy developed by young Swiss designer, Alex Hochstrasser, Bilibo is a companion for children from the first year onwards.

Not only does it inspire a large variety of playing behaviors, its soft, round shapes and chirpy colours stimulate the senses and a child’s innate curiosity.

Impressive factors include:

• It's design is based on extensive research into the playing behavior of preschool children.
  
  
• Studies were done to find out the the way children treat objects and use their imagination to create a world of their own.
  
  
• The shells can be aligned or stacked in many ways and when growing older, children will discover new ways of using the shells!
  

Instead of showing a specific play pattern, Bilibo is open for a wide range of interpretations and encourages the children to:

• Invent their own games
  
  
• Play and have fun in an active and creative way.

You can even incorporate it in your child's pretend play, water and/or sand play!





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