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Even—okay, especially—infants benefit from massage

For grown-ups, a massage symbolizes luxury and relaxation. While we enjoy the benefits of a day at the spa, we might not dwell on the positive impact of touch on our mood and overall wellbeing. Human touch helps release mood-enhancing chemicals in adults; it does oh so much more for babies.

the reference manual
Local pediatricians address new parent concerns

Sure, you did your research and were prepared. Then your baby arrived and all that book knowledge withered with real life cries, rashes, snorts, you name it. Never fear. We’ve rounded up some of the most common—and worrisome—concerns of new parents, and went to the experts for guidance.

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We take nola families beyond camp grenada

Ah, Summer! Work invariably slows down, the weather heats up, and we enjoy the leisurely pace. But wait, there IS that one small problem—what to do with the kids? Camp!!

February is National Children's Dental Health Awareness Month, a good time to brush up on your own family's dental needs. Here's something you probably didn't know: The U.S. Surgeon General reports that tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease five times more common than asthma and seven times more common than hay fever. Yikes

Winter Open Houses

It’s time to start planning for the 2008-’09 academic year. To help you find a program for your child, we’ve provided a listing of local private and parochial schools, including their upcoming open house schedule.

Early Enrichment- when it comes to bonding and development, the sky's the limit

Tired of the games of tag between you and your toddler? Or maye you're looking for more fun and meaningful ways to bond with your newborn. Then it's time to venture beyond your home for strcutred stimulation and enrichment for your child.

Sweet Dreams - helping infants get the restful sleep they-and you-need

Trying to get infants to sleep through the night is arguably one of the hardest adjustments to parenthood. And when a parent must soon return to the outside workforce, the resulting stress level and anxiety can reach epic proportions.

Daycare dilemma - choosing the right care to help your little sprout blossom

I furnished my nursery in one week but I still have no daycare in place. Oh, I've put my name on several waiting lists, but I should have done that the day I found out I was pregnant, as most are a year long. For now, I have no idea who will care for my child in the interim. Apparently, I am not alone in this predicament.