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Mum Mum's Blog Report: University of Chicago Study Finds Parenting Style and Baby's Temperament Predict Challenging Behavior Later in Childhood; Crib and Bassinet Safety Issues Examined; Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Millet Cereal

06.29.2008 | 11:06:54 pm | Posted by mummums

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University of Chicago Study Finds Parenting Style and Baby’s Temperament Predict Challenging Behavior Later in Childhood
Several recent studies have found that parental involvement during baby’s first year of life can have a vast influence on a child for years to come. The post explains that even though the first year may feel like the toughest, parents can lay the groundwork for their child’s future behavior.

The University of Chicago study found that parenting style along with baby’s temperament are distinct predictors of challenging childhood behaviors. Mothers reported infant temperaments including predictability, fussiness, and general disposition. Also noted was the mother’s direct involvement with the baby and familial activity level. Researchers concluded that fussy babies and those whose mothers did not provide intellectual stimulation were at higher risk for behavioral problems including trouble in school, than those with less fussy dispositions.

Crib and Bassinet Safety Issues Examined
When preparing baby’s nursery, crib selection is one of the most important components. Even before the crib, many parents use bassinets so that baby may stay in the same room. Mum Mum’s reviews recent safety issues with both cribs and bassinets.

This week, Toys ‘R’ Us recalled over 320,000 cribs made by Jardine. The cribs were recalled due to several reported cases of children getting injured or stuck in faulty wooden slats. In addition, a new study by Children’s National Medical Center reviewed the safety history of bassinets. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies stay in the same room as parents yet in their own sleeping space for maximum safety during the first few weeks. The study found that if parents follow recommendations by the Consumer Product Safety Commission for bassinet usage, they are indeed safe for infants.

Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Millet Cereal
Millet is one of the oldest grains known to man, and has been a staple food in Africa and India for thousands of years. In fact, millet currently sustains 1/3 of the world’s population. The post provides a family friendly breakfast optimizing this gluten free grain.

The nutty flavor of millet makes this grain highly versatile in a variety of culinary ways. It can be cooked like rice or pasta, and boasts a high nutrient content including an excellent source of magnesium. The millet cereal recipe contains bananas and is reminiscent of warm banana bread. Not only is it gluten free, it is also free from all common food allergens.

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Baby Development –University of Chicago Study Finds Parenting Style and Baby's Temperament Predict Challenging Behavior in Later Childhood
— in MumMums blog posted 7 weeks ago
By Colleen Hurley, RD, Certified Kids Nutrition Specialist The recurring news of late about how a mother bonds with her baby during the first year of life may begin to sound redundant, but each new study provides a bit more insight into a childs late

Baby Development – Crib and Bassinet Safety Issues Examined
— in MumMums blog posted 7 weeks ago
By Colleen Hurley, RD, Certified Kids Nutrition Specialist Where your new baby is to sleep is probably the most important component of nursery preparation. During babys first few weeks, many parents opt to use a bassinet so that the baby may be in t

Organic Baby Food – Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Millet Cereal
— in MumMums blog posted 7 weeks ago
By Colleen Hurley, RD, Certified Kids Nutrition Specialist About Millet Millet is one of the oldest foods known to man and may possibly the first cereal grain to be used for domestic purposes. Referenced in the bible, millet was the primary grain us

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