Is eating a problem ?

Hi all Magic MOM'S !

Yes I am back after a long laps! Sorry to all my readers and a big sorry to my Blog Guru! I have been thinking about food a lot these days, with work I have not had time to exercise no matter how I tried to make time, so the vicious cycle of more in put to less out put had finally shown results on the mid section of my body! Huh yes frustration has set in quite rapidly and panicked I started to do my normal schedule. Once I got back on track or to say the treadmill track I feel less guilt and happy!
Tired to bone I was thinking why am I doing this, is it self image or for my healthy well being ? But truly the answer was looking good! Funny but this is it ? about what you see in the mirror, am I shallow to think like this or is it a must these days ? Disappointedly the answer is it ia must in the new trends, looking good is a MUST!
The thoughts that ran across my mind were how much dose this or should this really matter, and for me honestly not too much because I have accepted me as just me. But the story behind all this rattling which I did before is about effects in the negative form to adults and children. Self image has caused tremendous  harm to our new generation specially kids. How ? This has created a large effect on eating habits which has ended in large numbers of eating disorders.
The most common eating disorders are anorexia, bulimia and bringing, these disorders were common in children from 12 years to 17 years but frighteningly now kids young as 9 years!
Anorexia is a condition or a disorder were the child will want to restrict the food intake worrying about fat and calories, basically obsessed about weight gain. Bulimia is a condition were the child will eat more food than necessary but after purge or vomit through worry of weight gain. Bringing is a condition of over eating and looking for comfort in food.
These three disorders are rapidly in rise in our children specially females who are more venerable due to the high standards set for them as beauty. It is so common research reveled that 1 of every 25 females go through this face at some point of there life.
Shocking! But true eating is causing huge problems! Food intake was such a nice, happy experience but now turned into a frightening , worrying experience. So my thoughts on these to you MOM's ? Be aware and even unintentionally never let your children worry too much on the outer appearance , make them feel what is inside is the most important thing. Focus on giving them the true values of life, care, love, compassion, and of course individualism. One mold for each person , customer made, just one of each! Learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all......you heard the song!

Whoopee shopping for schools?!

Hi Moms ,
Happy new year! Hope you all had a barrel load of fun! So as always everything good must come to and end and with a beautiful new year we have big decisions to make, yes let's go school shopping!

Yes Choosing the right school is the second biggest decision every parent makes, the first one is having the child! Anyway not an easy decision since we might run out of too many choices. The first thing that crosses your mind is how practical it is for your child and for you to attend the school plus the financial affordability. A young child's first steps to prepare them to school starts with pre school , Montessori, nursery or kindergarden right ? So first start with defining all these terms! Confusing added to all the rest of the turmoils.  So here goes....

Pre school is a preparation for the young child to get ready to go to elementary or the big school, this concept started way back in 1779 when parents were not home to teach there kids. This is a method which teachers the child reading and writing. But now progressed in to much developed teaching patterns to suit the 21st century needs. Then the other terms a quick clearing out in your mind, Nursery is a place for kids young as 2 to 4 years and kinder garden is " children's garden "  a word in German again just like nursery to help the child grow, blossom and be fruitful just like a garden! Then Montessori the second name of the creator of the curriculum Dr. Maria Montessori. The distinguish difference in this two syllabus are in MontessoriMethod  each child develops at there own pace.

So what do we choose ? My two cents worth ?! Stick to a place which has a mix curriculum both pre school and Montessori, why ? Cause both methods are necessary. Pre school is the system the child will follow right through there learning process in there life, that is teacher directed learning. As per Montessori Method is designed to bring out the natural potential in your child as crawling, walking and talking! Here's the hitch when the child goes to the " big school " the teacher will have a set curriculum and everyone will have to follow at the same pace. Look for a combination it will help you and Benefit your child.

Good Luck

All I want for Xmas is ..."........

Hi all Moms,
Yes it is that time of the year where you have to give in unfortunately! But all dark clouds have a silver lining so let's look at buying that toy for your child more positively! Children love toys and we all know this, these are there treasures at young age so we shouldn't deprive them of these luxuries. Just a few tips to have in mind when you purchase these are durability, safety, age appropriate and of course optimal development.

Play is a very important part of a child's learning and development, they learn so many skills and ability through play. When you choose a toy keep in mind a child is developing cognitively. Physically, there language abilities and social and emotional skills. Yes sounds like a lot of jargon when you can't keep them still in a toy shop! Try and focus children may want so many things which is advertised through media but is there any benefit of your purchase ? Choose wisely buy toys which optimize there growth potential and develop many skills and talents.

Let me help you with an out line : from birth to six months stick to large toys which give soothing sounds and movement. Six months to one year large toys which cannot be swallowed and not too heavy. Why? This is the time the child is experimenting through there eyes and mouth, so look carefully at the materials which goes in to they toy.
One year to two stick to pull toys and building blocks yes physical and cognitive development is on the boom.
Three to five years buy toy which builds up there imagination skills.
Five years to seven years yes action toys ! There physical development is on a high ride.
Seven up wards they will have there likings and interest figured out so something to suit the skill

But last but the least avoid very male/female or Pink vs blue concept of strong gender defining  toys. Where the girls always get dolls and beauty accessories only to enhance there out look and appearances.
And boys with wrestlers , soldiers and swords and guns, which encourages aggressive behavior. Stick to neutral toys and always keep in mind these are optimal development years and all we need to encourage is the child's potential to gain many skills and talents!

Good Luck and Happy shopping!

Training for your child carer ? Watch!

Watch !
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Tinker Bell ?

Vacant position a fairy Nanny ?

Hi Moms,
Is separation anxiety kicking in ? Looking for the perfect person to keep your baby or toddler happy while you are away?  I am afraid this is a tough and scary place to be, because no one can look after your baby better than you! So we need to face reality pick the second best choice but make it a good one. Something you need to consider is the separation anxiety in your child, how well you handle this initially before you move on and leave your baby or toddler behind.

The good news is Separation anxiety is normal during early childhood. It usually starts at about 6 to 8 months of age and lasts until about 2 and a half years to 4 years. This anxiety reflects the child's attempts to hold on to what is safe and comfortable and it will settle down as the child grows older and confident.  In the first few months of life the baby is attached to the main carer or carers, that is you MOM and DAD, this is because they learn the love, attention, comfort and nourishment you provide. The baby recognizes the special people in there life very early and clearly recognize the difference with family and strangers. When the child feels this special person in not there they get upset and reacts to that condition or situation. So how do we soft peddle this moments ? Start with establishing patterns where you are out only for a short time and come back and spend time with your young one and make them safe.

Unfortunately all  children have to learn I to deal with separations. It is part of life so let's make this difficult situation easy as possibles for them and us . If separations are managed well, it helps children to deal with separations better through out their lives. So let's move on and pick the best Tinker bell possible!

Always make sure your child care giver is through recommendation and check all given references. Make certain before you leave your baby or toddler with your care giver you spend time training them under direct supervision. Plan out the schedules for them always insist they follow the routine without upsetting your baby or toddler. The best way to see if the journey with your care give and you is a continuous path, check when you come back if they catch up on all your baby or toddlers day. Are there too many mess for you to pick up? Is the baby clean and happy?  Are they willing to work late ? Do they value your time where they inform you well ahead if they are running late or unable to come ? But most of all the connection your baby and toddler has with the care giver, if your baby's or toddlers response is not warm and cuddles to them that clearly shows that's what they are getting from Tinker bell while you are away !
Good Luck MOM

Hope u watch this!

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