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Helpful Tips
for Parents
Teething Time
The emergence of your baby's first teeth through his gums is called teething, a process that while perfectly natural, can be somewhat painful. Once you know what to expect and how to lessen your little one's discomfort, you'll be able to watch this phase of his development with ease.
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Crib Notes
Should you move your toddler from the crib to a bed? If she’s potty-trained or too big or active to sleep comfortably, probably yes. To make the transition easier, put the bed where the crib was. Let her use her crib blanket at first, even if it’s too small. Put up a guardrail to keep her from falling out.
Source: How and When Should I Move My Toddler From a Crib to a Bed?, by Deborah Lin-Dyken, www.babycenter.com, August 2006
Hand in Hand
Are you wondering whether your baby will be right-handed or left-handed? Be patient; it may be months or years before you know for sure. Most babies start showing a preference for reaching for things with their right hands between six and nine months, but it’s not until they’re 18 months or older that they start using their preferred hand more consistently. By age three or four, their handedness should be fairly evident. If it’s not, you may want to talk to your pediatrician.
Source: “How Handedness Develops in Infants,” by Robert Needlman, M.D., F.A.A.P., www.drspock.com, June 10, 2001
