Cough Remedy

Do you have a child over the age of two who can't stop coughing?  Rub a generous layer of Vicks VapoRub all over the bottom of their feet and cover them with socks.  It is an old wives' tale, but it works!  Within 5 minutes your child will feel calmer and the coughing will completely subside.  WARNING:  DO NOT USE ON CHILDREN UNDER 2 YRS OLD -  Vicks VapoRub can cause respiratory distress at that age.  Good luck!

Stranger Danger

Stranger Danger Tip:  Teach your kids that when a stranger is trying to pull them out of a store, into a car, or otherwise abduct them, not only must they scream for help, but more importantly, they must scream the words "This is a stranger!  This is NOT my parent!"  If they do not, bystanders may ignore the child's cries for help, thinking that it is just another kid throwing a temper tantrum and giving their parent a hard time.

Pacifier/Bottle Trick

Having trouble getting your baby to drink from a bottle or suck on a pacifier? Try this little trick: wet the rim of the nipple with water, then dab a few crystals of sugar on it. The baby will go for the sweet taste and simultaneously learn how to latch on and suck! Good luck!