Stahl Eye Center

My 1 year old girl Keona loves to be carried by her grandma because shes very close to her. Then there is this one time when my mm was wearing her eye glasses and because of Keona's curiosity she pulled my mom's glasses and it fell and broke. So she had to buy a new one to replace it. So for those parents and grandparents who are still wearing glasses, don't let this be a hindrance on spending those quality time with your children and grandchildren. There is a type of eye surgery known as Lasik or laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis which is can help you eliminate the need for glasses and it is the most often performed surgery in the US. The Stahl Eye Center who have successfully performed more than 30,000 refractive procedures. Have staff that are specifically trained to assist physicians and provide a comfortable environment for your care. Visit them at http://www.stahleyecenter.com.

Walker Facts

I have found this one article and i hope i found it sooner before i bought a walker for my baby. Although my baby didn't have any accident with her walker. Now that shes trying to walk while holding one of my hands sometimes she leans forward while walking, a habit she got from using walkers. Here's the lowdown on these popular walking aids:

• Walkers with wheels - Vince Gomez, MD says walkers do not help children walk earlier. Some babies even form bad habits because of this. "They walk while leaning and pushing with their toes or feet. These are not natural ways to walk," Rosanne Sugay, MD. adds, "Numerous studies show that mobile walkers cause a significant increase in toddler injuries. They get to places they are not supposed to get to a lot quicker than on their own steam."

• Walking Harnesses - walking harnesses are just fancy version of what Filipinos lampin slung across your baby's chest and underarms, according to Dr. Sugay. She reccomends holding your baby's hands instead. 'Harnesses, if used to often, can sometimes contribute to chest deformities.

• Stationary Walkers - These stationary bouncy chairs cannot be considered walkers because your baby doesn't move around in them. Dr. Sugay says these are not harmful and can actually be fun for your baby.
  

Must haves when on the go

Here are list of things to bring whenever you have plans to go out with your baby or just going to the clinic for your baby regular checkup. Make sure you have these on your diaper bag.

• Extra Clothes

• Extra Diapers

• Milk and Milk bottles (make sure they are sterilized)

• Your breast pump and cooler

• Towels or washcloths

• Baby wipes

• Water

• Blanket and other items to keep your baby warm like bonnet, mittens and booties.
  

Facts about germs

Here are some facts about places that has plenty of germs:

• AT HOME: The kitchen sink harbors the most germs

• IN PUBLIC PLACES: Playground equipment, elevator buttons, shopping cart handles and escalator rails are prime germ carriers. Bring out the antibacterial wipes.

• A TYPICAL ATM: Carries more germs than a public restroom doorknob.

• 80 PERCENT OF INFECTIONS: Are spread by hand, not through air.
  

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