By Chris Lakatos

As parents, there are many things we could do for your kids :

Create a feeling of family by attending functions and activities in the school when possible. It is difficult for a parent, who is working full time; to attend and be at all functions at the school. But attending at least one function every few months will make the child realize you are paying attention and that you do make an effort to be there as they are involved in a play, talent show, art show, musical and so on.

Do make an effort to be aware of what your children are watching. Are your children watching horror movies all the time or are they watching Disney movies ? If you are not sure what your children are watching, you could be missing out on why thy want to eat green eggs, why they want to dress in all red, why they think they can fly, or what they want to do with the gun. Make yourself aware of what your children are watching, and if they are watching age appropriate television.

Children will often times talk back as they are testing the waters, testing you to see how far you will allow their expressive behavior to continue. A child will talk back to get attention. To curb the child who is constantly talking back, send them to the corner for five minutes. Putting the child in the corner with his or her face in the corner for three to five minutes will curb their talking back to you. When time is up, remind the child, they were put into the corner because they were talking back, and that the next time they are talking back to you, they will spend even longer in the corner.

Help your child deal with stress. Stress is found during all stages of life. Teaching and helping your child to deal with stress is important. Ask your child what is wrong, and then confront the problem head on. Sometimes the smallest things can cause added stress and it will directly or indirectly affect their grades in school. Find the source of stress, such as if there is a bully at school or some classmates are calling them names, or perhaps they just dont like to walk to school alone - find the root of the problem. For instance, 'investigate' why your child is losing sleep and help them solve that problem.

Teach children to wear their seatbelts no matter how short the trip or whom they are driving with. Seat belts are proven to save lives, and it only makes good sense to wear a seat belt. While teaching a child to wear their seat belt, they will also need to understand what could happen if they are not wearing a seat belt. Allow the child to understand that people can get hurt or even die. A child that understands the importance of a seat belt will wear the seat belt even in a car with other teens, or while riding with anyone.

With this, I hope every parents will not neglect their child in whatever circumstances they are in. Your children childhood deserves to be healthy and happy and we as parents could help by sharing a bit of our time ,attention and of course, lots of love to them.

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Tags: Art Show, Talent Show

By Viojieley Gurrobat

If your child has the following symptoms, it can indicate that a sinus infection is present: chronic cough; cold that lasts for more than ten to fourteen days; low-grade fever; thick yellow or green drainage; irritability; fatigue; swelling in the eye area and post nasal drip. Remember though that even if symptoms last for two weeks it does not necessarily mean that there is sinus infection. If the symptoms are improving, then it may just be a cold. But if your child remains sick beyond two weeks, a visit to a doctor is recommended.

Although most children respond well to antibiotic, it still wont help your child get better faster. When antibiotics are used unnecessarily it can cause secondary infections to your child with bacteria that has become immune to the medicine. Nasal sprays may be prescribed to relieve short term stuffiness and nasal saline can help in improving mucous membrane function. If your child is suffering only from acute sinusitis, it should get better in the first few days. But for chronic sufferers, it is important to get the help of doctors to avoid any further infections in your child.

A correct diagnosis of sinusitis is often done upon careful examination of a childs nose, throat and ears and making a careful study of the symptoms that the child is having. Getting a sinus x-ray is not really necessary especially if your child is six years old or younger. Nevertheless, the use of an x-ray cannot be underestimated as it can help know where the blockage has occurred and it can help check the reliability of a sinusitis diagnosis.

If left untreated sinus infection can lead to serious complications, including brain damage. So, as a parent you have to be always concerned about your childs health. But you have to also keep in mind that sinus infection is not diagnosed by a mere yellow or green runny nose. It is detected by analyzing the symptoms and looking at how bad they are.

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Viojieley Gurrobat loves readings books in her spare time. She writes stories and poems about anything under the sun.

Tags: Diagnosis of Sinusitis, Sinusitis Care

By Karen Fusco

1. You Should Make Your Child Eat Everything on Her Plate. Once upon a time it was common practice to make a child eat everything that was put on his or her plate. Unfortunately, its really not a healthy habit. Because of the growing incidence of overweight children and adults, its important to instill proper eating habits at a young age. That means teaching your child to stop eating once they feel full - not forcing them to eat everything in front of them.

2. A Runny Nose with Green Mucus Means a Bacterial Infection. If your child has a runny nose with green mucus, it doesnt necessarily mean an antibiotic is needed. If the green mucus is present for 5 days or more, a trip to the doctor may be warranted as an antibiotic is probably necessary. However, many viral infections can cause green or yellow mucus and these illnesses just need to go away on their own. An antibiotic wont help a viral infection.

3. A Fever Should Break on Its Own. Some people think that a fever should be allowed to break on its own because giving a child a fever-reducing pill will cause the fever to last longer. Fevers can make a child feel miserable and a fever-reducing pill wont make the fever last longer, it will just make your child feel better. Always check with your doctor if you have any concerns about giving over-the-counter medication to your child.

4. Children Should Take Daily Vitamins. Many people believe children should take multivitamins. Before giving your child a multivitamin, check in with your doctor as many of the foods your child eats are already fortified with vitamins. If your child is already eating a balanced diet, a daily vitamin may not be necessary.

5. Babies Should Be Fed Cereal So They Will Sleep Through the Night. Whether or not your baby sleeps through the night may have very little to do with how full they are. Unfamiliar sounds, discomfort and a wet diaper are just as likely to wake a baby up in the wee hours of the morning. The best way to get a baby to sleep through the night is to establish a sleep schedule. Then your baby can grow into the schedule and sleeping through the night will eventually become second nature.

Karen Fusco is co-founder of http://www.SilkBow.com which supports Busy Moms with free gift ideas and helpful tips to meet the challenges of motherhood. SilkBow is the perfect place for the perfect gift. Karen can be reached directly at: karen@SilkBow.com

Tags: Five Common, Parenting Myths

By Karen Fusco

1. You Should Make Your Child Eat Everything on Her Plate. Once upon a time it was common practice to make a child eat everything that was put on his or her plate. Unfortunately, its really not a healthy habit. Because of the growing incidence of overweight children and adults, its important to instill proper eating habits at a young age. That means teaching your child to stop eating once they feel full - not forcing them to eat everything in front of them.

2. A Runny Nose with Green Mucus Means a Bacterial Infection. If your child has a runny nose with green mucus, it doesnt necessarily mean an antibiotic is needed. If the green mucus is present for 5 days or more, a trip to the doctor may be warranted as an antibiotic is probably necessary. However, many viral infections can cause green or yellow mucus and these illnesses just need to go away on their own. An antibiotic wont help a viral infection.

3. A Fever Should Break on Its Own. Some people think that a fever should be allowed to break on its own because giving a child a fever-reducing pill will cause the fever to last longer. Fevers can make a child feel miserable and a fever-reducing pill wont make the fever last longer, it will just make your child feel better. Always check with your doctor if you have any concerns about giving over-the-counter medication to your child.

4. Children Should Take Daily Vitamins. Many people believe children should take multivitamins. Before giving your child a multivitamin, check in with your doctor as many of the foods your child eats are already fortified with vitamins. If your child is already eating a balanced diet, a daily vitamin may not be necessary.

5. Babies Should Be Fed Cereal So They Will Sleep Through the Night. Whether or not your baby sleeps through the night may have very little to do with how full they are. Unfamiliar sounds, discomfort and a wet diaper are just as likely to wake a baby up in the wee hours of the morning. The best way to get a baby to sleep through the night is to establish a sleep schedule. Then your baby can grow into the schedule and sleeping through the night will eventually become second nature.

Karen Fusco is co-founder of http://www.SilkBow.com which supports Busy Moms with free gift ideas and helpful tips to meet the challenges of motherhood. SilkBow is the perfect place for the perfect gift. Karen can be reached directly at: karen@SilkBow.com

Tags: Parenting Myths, Viral Infections

By Jenny Parker

Reading with toddlers requires a slightly different skill set than reading to babies. After all, toddlers have out grown their fascination with eating their books and hopefully have developed a longer attention span than when they were babies. They can now begin to absorb and enjoy the story lines along with the colorful pictures that they have always liked to see. This provides parents with the opportunity to take their children to a whole new level of adventure with books. Below are some ideas that can help making reading a fun experience for both you and your toddler.

Be sure to select a book that is age and content appropriate for your young child. Every child has his or her level of development–only you know your child best. If a book is over your childs head, no matter how great this book is, shelf it until your child is ready to appreciate it. It is no fun for anyone to read an interesting book to an uninterested child.

Make your child a part of the story! Use your childs name instead of the main characters when reading the book. Instead of 'Everybody loves the little gorilla', make it 'Everybody loves Billy' or 'Everybody loves Annie.' Incorporate family members in your story too. Instead of 'grandma loves him,' and 'his aunts and uncles love him,' make it 'Nana loves Annie,' and 'Uncle John and Auntie Mary love Annie.' Let your child be the little caterpillar; the beautiful flower. You child will enjoy the books more since he is on the center stage of all his books.

Dont forget the action. It is great fun to act out certain scenes in a story. As you read 'Here come clown feet' squeeze your childs little nose and make a clown sound. And when you read 'Here come pig feet' push your nose up and say 'Oink, oink.' When you find ways to act out the silly scenes, you and your child will giggle through the favorite scenes of your books over and over again.

Repeat and explain. Now that your child can appreciate the meaning behind the stories, make sure you help your child understand the stories during your reading times. If some of the lines or vocabulary might be new to your child, be sure to take the time to explain what was said in the book using terms and words your child can understand.

Animate your reading voice! Children love high pitched sounds. While it is important to read clearly and slowly, your child will love to hear your special sound effects, your special Papa Bear voice and Little Bear voice. This will further engage your childs interest in a book.

Get your child to 'read' to you. Once a favorite book has been read over and over again, give your child a chance to 'read' it to you. Dont be surprised if the story line is a tenth of what it used to be or even completely new to you. You can point to pictures and ask questions to help your child along, and always encourage and enjoy the story however your child wants to tell it to you. Whether she can really read it or not, your child will have a big smile on her face and be beaming with pride that she can read.

Reading together provides a wonderful way for parents to bond with their children–make it fun too!

This article is printed with permission from AsianParent.com — Offering a large selection of Chinese childrens Books and DVDs for 0-12 year olds.

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Tags: Making Reading, Toddlers Fun

By Dawn Holland

Here are a few ideas you can do to make reading fun for your child.

Popcorn Reading

This is a fun way for a child to be able to read the words he/she knows and pass on the words that are causing frustration. While reading a book together, each of you take a turn reading aloud. When the one who is reading says the word 'popcorn', it is the other persons turn to read.

Reading Buddy

Pair your reader up with an older 'reading buddy' and have them read a book out loud together. We all have had times where an explanation of something made more sense coming from one of our peers or a sibling. This gives you child the opportunity to practice reading without an adults watchful eye causing possible nervousness.

Highlight Heaven

Grab an older book and a highlighter and have your child highlight every word one the page that he/she can read. After all the words your child knows are highlighted on the page, take a moment and have your child look and see how many words he/she can actually read. This is quite a confidence booster.

Flashlight Reading

Before your child is too tired at the end of the day, take some time and read in dark room. Take a flashlight with you and read the book by flashlight. Little boys especially like this one.

Secret Hideout

What child hasnt built a fort at one time or another? If you dont already have a fort in your house or outside in the yard, help your child create one. It can a blanket fort, a plywood fort outside, a tree house, or even a simple under to bed fort. (Just make sure you both can fit…being able to get out once youve gotten in is helpful too!) Bring your childs favorite reading book, get comfortable and read away.

Reading Corner

Make a 'reading corner' somewhere in your home. Let your child be a part of decorating it and picking just the right spot to place it. Add some bean bags or pillows, maybe a favorite poster on the wall or even some family pictures.

Take a break and just read to your child sometimes

No explanation needed here.

Picture Detective

Have your child flip through a book and look at all the pictures and tell you what he/she thinks is going to happen in the story. Read the story and see how close he/she was.

Pop-up word

Pick one word that your child particularly has a hard time with and every time your child reads that word, both of you stand up. This will help him/her remember the word because an action is associated with it. This works particularly well with kinesthetic learners. (A child who wants to move all the time and likes to touch and feel everything.)

Star of the Story

Have you ever seen a personalized story book where your childs name is printed in the story? This is a unique way to get your reluctant reader excited about a book. In these kinds of books, your childs name and the name of his/her friends are printed in the story-line, making your child the star of his/her very own book! How motivating is that? He/she will have to read the book to find out what kind of adventure he/she will be going on!

To learn more about personalized story books, click the link below.

Sometimes all it takes to make reading fun is some imagination and a change of scenery.

Dawn Holland is a wife, a WAHM of 3 boys and an RN with 12 years of maternal infant and pediatric nursing. Dawn owns Books from the Hearth, an on line bookstore specializing in personalized childrens books and letters. http://www.BooksFromTheHearth.com Changing the World…One Family At A Time http://www.OnceUponAFamily.com/now

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By David Kane

Lets take charge of the situation and dispel this myth straight away. You have not willed it onto your child. It is nobodys fault or a judgement of some sort any more than an inherited ability that makes someone more likely to be good at sports or singing. You can also take charge by educating yourself about the condition. Do not waste time worrying if there are better treatments or medications for your child. Find out. Use the medical profession, library and internet. The best prescription is knowledge.

The next step is to be aware of your childs health. One problem with having an ill child is their inability to clearly explain how they feel. An asthmatic child may not come to you in the middle of the night and mention difficulty breathing, or persistent coughing. Instead they may leave their condition to worsen until their lungs have expanded enough to start pressing on their stomach. At this point they may mention they feel sick.

Some children just take a rest when their breathing becomes difficult and never mention they feel out of breath.

If you suspect your child may have asthma you probably know the classic signs to look for: coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, changes in color of skin, nails, or lips, and a tightness of the chest. But also be aware there are other signs that suggest there may be a problem: nausea, lethargy, and low appetite. Also notice if your child has to hunch forward as they exhale if they are feeling short of breath.

If possible take a look at your childs breathing as they sleep. This will enable you to see how they breathe when they are relaxed. Then you will be able to tell when their breathing becomes labored.

Next, ensure your child takes any inhaled medication properly. Many asthma medications are delivered by inhalers and it is often difficult for a child to understand and perform the necessary sequence of breaths to take these medicines. How long did your child take to learn to blow their nose properly? I know of one child who insisted they were holding their breath while they kept their lips firmly together as they breathed through their nose. Many children feel they cannot hold their breath for the required interval and end up dramatically gasping for air. If your asthmatic child has to take medicines through a metered dose inhaler it is often best to use it with a spacer or aero-chamber.

You need to be prepared for an asthma attack. Know what to do. If your child suffers an asthma attack keep calm and resist the urge to cuddle your child. Though this is perfectly natural it will constrict their chest and make it harder for them to breathe.

If you are driving your child to ER or a physician while they are having an asthma attack you must still buckle them into their child seat. Do not hold your child. Imagine what would happen if there was an accident.

To deal with asthma effectively you have to understand the disease and understand your child. You may be tempted to let your doctor make all the decisions, but there is so much more you can do than just administer medication. You can improve the condition by making changes to the home environment, to your childs diet, to how they breathe, and to the exercise they take. The more you know about asthma the more effectively you can control it.

David Kane is the author of Stop Asthma Now and is giving away copies of his Guide to Allergy Relief. To get your copy visit the Stop Asthma Now - Asthma Relief eBook site while the offer lasts.

Tags: Asthmatic Child, Steps To Helping

By Joan Yankowitz

Here are 10 child safety devices you need to help prevent injuries to young children.

1. Safety latches and locks — use on cabinets and drawers to help prevent children from gaining access to medicines and household cleaners, as well as knives and other sharp objects.

Look for safety latches and locks that adults can easily install and use, but that are sturdy enough to withstand pulls and tugs from children. Safety latches are not a guarantee of protection, but they can make it more difficult for children to reach dangerous substances. Even products with child-resistant packaging should be locked away, out of reach. A safety latch or lock usually costs less than $2.00

2. Safety gates — use to help prevent falls down stairs and keep children away from dangerous areas. Look for safety gates that children cant easily dislodge, but that adults can open and close without difficulty. For the top of stairs, gates that screw to the wall are more secure than pressure gates.

New safety gates that meet safety standards display a certification seal from the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA). If you have an older safety gate, be sure it doesnt have 'V' shapes that are large enough for a childs head and neck to fit into. A safety gate will cost from $13.00 to $40.00

3. Doorknob covers and door locks — use to help keep children away from places with hazards, including swimming pools. Be sure the doorknob cover is sturdy enough not to break, but allows a door to be opened quickly by an adult in case of emergency.

By restricting access to potentially hazardous rooms in the home, doorknob covers could help prevent many kinds of injuries. To prevent access to swimming pools, door locks should be placed high out of reach of young children. Locks should be used in addition to fences and door alarms. Sliding glass doors, with locks that must be re-secured after each use, are often not an effective barrier to pools. A doorknob cover usually costs about $1.00 and a door lock usually costs $5.00 and up.

4. Anti-scald devices — use for faucets and shower heads and set your water heater temperature to 120 degrees Fahrenheit to help prevent burns from hot water. An anti-scald device will cost from $6.00 to $30.00

5. Smoke detectors — use on every level of your home and near bedrooms to alert you to fires. Smoke detectors are essential safety devices for protection against fire deaths and injuries.

Check smoke detectors once a month to make sure theyre working. If detectors are battery-operated, change batteries at least once a year or consider using 10-year batteries. A smoke detector usually costs less than $10.00.

6. Window guards and safety netting — use to help prevent falls from windows, balconies, decks, and landings. Check these safety devices frequently to make sure they are secure and properly installed and maintained. There should be no more than four inches between the bars of the window guard.

If you have window guards, be sure at least one window in each room can be easily used for escape in a fire. Window screens are not effective for preventing children from falling out of windows. A window guard or safety netting usually costs from $8.00 to $16.00.

7. Corner and edge bumpers — use to help prevent injuries from falls against sharp edges of furniture and fireplaces. Be sure to look for bumpers that stay securely on furniture or hearth edges. A corner and edge bumper usually costs $1.00 and up.

8. Outlet covers and outlet plates — use to help protect children from electrical shock and possible electrocution. Be sure the outlet protectors cannot be easily removed by children and are large enough so that children cannot choke on them. An outlet cover usually costs less than $2.00. 9. Carbon monoxide (CO) detector — use outside bedrooms to help prevent CO poisoning. Install CO detectors near sleeping areas in your home. A carbon monoxide (CO) detector usually costs from $30.00 to $70.00.

10. Cordless phone — use to make it easier to continuously watch young children, especially when theyre in bathtubs, swimming pools, or other potentially dangerous areas. A cordless phone costs $30.00 and up.

You dont need to spend a lot of money to childproof your home. But you do need to do it now.

Joan Yankowitz publishes the popular consumer and business Kwik eGuides. Instantly download the <a href='http://www.kwikeguides.com/child_safety.htm' How to Keep Your Child Safe Kwik eGuide.

Tags: Child Safety, Safety Devices

By Jane Cashin

Your child will increasingly look for interaction with their surrounds and their commitment is 100%. Having seen my baby thrashing around at 6 months I realise now why they say babies are tough!

However, it can be quite shocking to see how children treat each other. When one child knocks another over or worse hits another, its quite upsetting. Here are a few tips about how to handle rough and tumble play and what to do when you think it is out of hand.

Observe Babies know what they want before they can tell you. Youll find they will let you know even at 10 months what they want, up or down, this room or that, hungry or just playing. They start to protest when you take a toy away, or get them out of the bath. Look for these signs in your baby and see if you can find their likes and dislikes.

Allow Put your child with other children and watch them go from an early age. Youll find out whether they are shy or forward. Often babies grab toys, roll into and grab at other babies. They love to interact.

Monitor You wont always be there to keep your child out of trouble. So learning to go with the flow and deal with a rough and tumble world is essential. Your job is to guide that exploration into positive play. Sharing, gentleness, conversing, these are all skills that your child may not have. Reminding and showing those skills when your child is being a bit too rough is a great way for them to learn.

Focus on the behaviour When you see your child or another doing something you dont like focus on redirecting the behaviour. By saying 'Why dont we put the blocks in the box now' you may prevent a block being thrown or hitting another child. This skill is the most important tool you will have for the first few years. Your child learns what they should do with the item, how they should behave.

Model the behaviour you want Your child learns by example. If you yell to express yourself, so will they. If you hit them, they will hit back, or hit others in return. By being gentle with your child you respect them and engender a feeling of safety. By taking them gently by the hand to the naughty corner or to get dressed when they resist, you tell them you care and that you need them to do what youre asking.

The disadvantage of yelling I imagine all parents yell at some time. The problem is that this is quite exciting behaviour. When your child is trying to get your attention, yelling at them is very satisfying as they get your full attention and a big reaction. Their reaction to getting what they want is to yell back at you. I found with my child when I used yelling to get their attention (after a few requests in a speaking voice) there were two unpalatable consequences. My child yelled at me and others for everything they wanted the first time, and they didnt listen to anything I said unless I yelled.

By taking a step back and speaking quietly when your child is doing something wrong you can be very effective, as long as your tone is stern. The child learns that you are not impressed, but you are not rewarding their action by an exciting period of (negative) attention. The time to get excited is when they do the right thing.

Get them to articulate As your child develops they will be frustrated by knowing what they want but not being able to express it yet. This is the source of the terrible twos or toddler tantrums. By encouraging your child to ask for what they want from the beginning you can head off some of those tantrums. If you anticipate the needs of your child and do everything for them, you dont give them a sense of independence. Worse, you let yourself in for the situation where your child expects their needs to be met without needing to articulate them. By telling them what they are asking for and encouraging every new word, you can lessen those frustrating moments for you and your child.

Have predictable consequences You have to tell your child what you do want in the way of positive behaviour. With younger children, redirection to the thing you want usually works.

Once you have a toddler who doesnt listen, you need another tool. We use a bargaining system; if you do this then well do that. The rewards are TV programs, craft activities, the playground or a walk. Things we would do anyway but which our child loves. We also use 1,2,3 as an attention getter and to prevent time wasting.

This principal when applied to rough play is to ask politely for the child to change their behaviour, or quickly take the thing if they are doing something really wrong, like hitting another child. Let them know what you want, then see if they do it. If not, there is a consequence.

Take them out of the situation If your child is still doing the wrong thing take them out of the game, get down to their level and give them time out, explaining why. If your child is a victim of bad behaviour, then also take them out of the situation. They rely on you for their safety.

There is a fine line between a child learning to tough it out and for them to feel threatened and unprotected. By monitoring and mentoring your child, you allow them to encounter some of the inevitable knocks of life. With good self esteem, such a child will then stand up for themselves and say 'Stop hitting me, I dont like it', or they will move away of their own accord.

In my case, I did need to stop my child going to a daycare centre and to a playgroup due to the uncontrolled behaviour of other children. By doing that, my child has learnt to value himself. He knows about consequences and is moving towards self control and self esteem, the corner stones of becoming a valuable member of society.

Jane Cashin is a mother of two busy boys, but still finds time to write for http://happybub.com, a site where parents and parents-to-be can share and gain experience about positive, natural and happy pregnancy, childbirth and baby practices.

Tags: Aggressive Play, Member of Society

By ian Williamson

Parents are not teaching their children how to earn money at a young age. They give the child a toy just to spoil them and wonder why the item is only played with for a couple of days and now remains in the corner of the room gathering dust. The child did not really want that toy. All they wanted was for somebody to buy them something. This cycle continues until the parents are willing to stop buying the stuff and start allowing the child to value what they are given.

Everyone knows that the things that you buy for yourself are those items that you will take good care of. Spending your own money that you have saved, then buying that treasured item, makes it that much more important to you. You know that you wanted that item and you will take care of it.

It should be no different for your children. Really, at any age when they start demanding things to make themselves happy, they should start working for that item. You and the child will find out very quickly just how bad they wanted that item.

There are numerous chores that a child can do around the house to raise money. Have older kids rake the leaves or cut the grass. Younger kids can straighten up the magazines or run out and get the paper in the driveway every day. The point is they should earn the right to purchase the item they covet so badly.

Kids should tell their parents that they are working towards buying something. Parents can then set monetary values on the different chores the child will do. If the child wants to buy a $50 video game, it does no one any good if they were to pay them $50 simply to sweep out the garage. The child should be made to work and save.

Ideally for older children it would be great if they were to find extra work to perform at a neighbors house. You will find that when kids really want something they will be constantly asking if there is anything they can do to make some money. Parents should view this as both a way to instill some financial values in their children as well as making the child a functioning member of the family.

Making the children more financially accountable will help free the parents from having to perform all the household chores. In turn, the children will understand the value of money and learn how to set and accomplish their goals.

For more Parenting Articles by Ian Williamson please visit http://www.real-articles.com/Category/Parental-Care/38

Tags: Earn Money, Value of Money

By ian Williamson

Parents are not teaching their children how to earn money at a young age. They give the child a toy just to spoil them and wonder why the item is only played with for a couple of days and now remains in the corner of the room gathering dust. The child did not really want that toy. All they wanted was for somebody to buy them something. This cycle continues until the parents are willing to stop buying the stuff and start allowing the child to value what they are given.

Everyone knows that the things that you buy for yourself are those items that you will take good care of. Spending your own money that you have saved, then buying that treasured item, makes it that much more important to you. You know that you wanted that item and you will take care of it.

It should be no different for your children. Really, at any age when they start demanding things to make themselves happy, they should start working for that item. You and the child will find out very quickly just how bad they wanted that item.

There are numerous chores that a child can do around the house to raise money. Have older kids rake the leaves or cut the grass. Younger kids can straighten up the magazines or run out and get the paper in the driveway every day. The point is they should earn the right to purchase the item they covet so badly.

Kids should tell their parents that they are working towards buying something. Parents can then set monetary values on the different chores the child will do. If the child wants to buy a $50 video game, it does no one any good if they were to pay them $50 simply to sweep out the garage. The child should be made to work and save.

Ideally for older children it would be great if they were to find extra work to perform at a neighbors house. You will find that when kids really want something they will be constantly asking if there is anything they can do to make some money. Parents should view this as both a way to instill some financial values in their children as well as making the child a functioning member of the family.

Making the children more financially accountable will help free the parents from having to perform all the household chores. In turn, the children will understand the value of money and learn how to set and accomplish their goals.

For more Parenting Articles by Ian Williamson please visit http://www.real-articles.com/Category/Parental-Care/38

Tags: Kids Learn, Value of Money

By Sarah Jenkins

How ADD affects a classroom is usually seen before diagnosis takes place. It may be seen in the little girl in the corner, twirling her hair as she looks out the window, or the boy running around the other students snatching books out of their hands. In many cases, it is the teacher that first recognizes an issue with inattentiveness and/or hyperactivity. Seeing the problem is usually considerably easier than correcting it.

Once the situation is brought to everyones attention and diagnosis is made, treatment begins. Whether the child is medicated becomes a major aspect of how the next steps will go. Some schools insist that children with ADD be medicated, almost to the point of tyranny. Other schools, however, are more open to parents wishes.

The school your child is in will either make this an easy road or a difficult one. Ideally, your child will be in a school that is understanding to your circumstances, respects your decisions, and shares a team frame of mind, to ensure your child reaches their potential. Unfortunately, some schools do not share in this openness. Smaller communities or poorer districts tend to be less accommodating to special needs children or unique circumstances. Hopefully, you will be blessed with the first school; if you have the second, you may have a fight on your hands!

A child with ADD can be disruptive, difficult to teach, and at times, impossible to control. It is for this reason many schools are not cooperative. However, you have to be careful that your child is not treated substandardly.

Some schools will immediately attempt to put a child with ADD in remedial classes, although their intelligence level would not constitute such a decision. In many situations, this is done to prevent any additional time being taken away form the regular classroom; however, you do not want your child to be categorized in negative manner which is not founded.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that you there for your child and for their well-being. If you do not agree with a decision being made, you should discuss your feelings with your childs teacher or principle to ensure the best plan possible in initiated for your child.

Sarah is an acclaimed writer on medical matters, and has written extensively on the subjects of Attention Deficit Disorder, Bird Flu and Cohns Disease. For more of her articles, go to http://www.imedicalvillage.com now.

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By William Johnston

The cause of mesothelioma cancer:

Mesothelioma is a cancer caused by exposure to asbestos without sufficient protection over one's mouth and nose. Asbestos is a fibrous mineral which was discovered in the 1860s but not properly used until the 1930s. Asbestos was used hugely in construction due to its property of being fireproof even at high temperatures. It was not until the 1960s that it became clear that asbestos was causing a number of diseases. These diseases include mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer.

Asbestos as the cause of mesothelioma:

When exposed to asbestos without sufficient protection, a person will inhale many tiny asbestos fibres that are suspended in the air. These will pass into the respiratory system and get most probably get lodged in the lining of the lungs. An accumulation of these fibres can cause the cells around it to become abnormal and this can lead to mesothelioma. Through the lymphatic system, asbestos fibres can become lodged in the lining of the abdomen or in the lining of the heart.

The suffering endured by patients of mesothelioma:

The symptoms of mesothelioma vary depending on what type of mesothelioma a patient has. However, there are several common symptoms of all types. These include chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing, coughing up blood, weight loss and loss of appetite. These symptoms usually take affect only when the mesothelioma cancer has fully matured and developed. Due to the fact that these symptoms are frequent for a number of more common diseases such as pneumonia, mesothelioma is very difficult to diagnose in its early stages.

The treatments available for mesothelioma:

As yet, all treatments for mesothelioma have a low success rate. The effectiveness of treatment depends largely on how aggressively and early the cancer is treated. If treated in its later stages when it has fully developed, it is extremely difficult, almost impossible to cure. Treatments include surgery which comes in two forms, aggressive surgery and palliative procedures, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and dual therapy which is a combination of all three main treatments combined. Dual therapy has shown the most promising signs so far as a curer for mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma research:

Research is being undertaken in numerous research labs all across the United States although so far no breakthroughs have been made. Many pharmaceutical companies are also endeavouring to find new drugs for chemotherapy. Researchers have recently predicted that a long awaited new treatment method for mesothelioma is on the way to being discovered.

For more information on pericardial mesothelioma such as the risks, causes, symptoms and treatments go to:

http://www.pericardialmesothelioma.co.uk,
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http://www.asbestos-resource.co.uk

 

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By Nishanth Reddy

Sleep apnea can be caused by complete obstruction of airway or partial obstruction. Therefore obstructive sleep apnea is defined as obstruction of airway during sleep. Due to the obstruction of airway, your childs sleep gets interrupted. As the sleep is interrupted, your child may feel drowsy during the daytime. This also results in tiredness, headaches, loss of memory, lack of energy and depression.

If your child is a normal weight child, he may have tonsils and adenoids which can be cured with surgery. If you child is overweight, the excess fat may narrow the airway. Excess body fat on the neck and chest constricts the air-passageways and sometimes the lungs.

Obesity, mainly abdominal and upper body obesity, is the most significant risk factor for obstructive sleep apnea. Thus morbid or malignant obesity carries a greater risk.

If your child lies down, the throat muscles relax, the tongue falls back and the airway gets obstructed. Due to the obstructed airway, the oxygen cannot be pumped to various parts of the body. Therefore oxygen levels drop, and your child arouses from sleep to breathe and the cycle begins again. Your child might experience snoring which is the result of sleep apnea.

Snoring results from the vibration of excess tissue - whether its fat, large natural anatomy or both - as the child breathes in.

Here are the signs and symptoms so that you can identify that your child is suffering from sleep apnea.

1. Interruption of breathing during sleep. Your child may gasp for breathing when breathing is interrupted.

2. Loud snoring or noisy breathing during sleep. As a parent of your child, you can find if they snore; your child may make all types of strange noises when he is sleeping. But snoring is less common in children.

3. Your child may be having a restless sleep. If your child is having sleep apnea, he is not going to get a good night sleep, as may not be able to breath properly while sleeping.

4. Breathing through the mouth, rather than through the nose.

5. Excessive tiredness or daytime sleepiness during the day.

6. With the inability to breath properly, your child may have difficulty in paying attention and difficulty in concentrating.

7. Your child may be having tonsils and adenoids.

Your child may sleep with his mouth open. You can see his chest retract as he gasps for air, and he sometimes sleep in strange positions. Your child may show signs of depression or outward signs of confusion because he may be generally tired, from lack of sleep. Your child may also show signs of behavior changes as he is not getting the sleep needed.

Due to the presence of some, or indeed many, of these signs does not necessarily mean that your child is suffering from sleep apnea, but it would be better to consult a specialist if he is facing with any of these symptoms.

Today, sleep apnea is being widely recognized as a common disorder amongst children of all ages, and particularly amongst children between the ages of about three and six. Estimates vary, but in the United States alone, the number of children suffering from sleep apnea is put at between one and a half and two million.

Nishanth Reddy is an author and publisher of many health related websites. For more information about sleep apnea visit: Sleep Apnea Guide

Tags: Overweight Children, Sleep Apnea

By TRICORI.COM

Affecting between five and twenty percent of children, ADD is not specifically a childhood problem, as many children who suffer with this disorder continue to have problems well into their adult years. The symptoms of adult ADD, however, are generally not as marked as during childhood– generally because the sufferer has learned to cope with their disorder over time. Boys are usually affected ten times more often than girls.

Some typical behaviors associated with Attention Deficit Disorder can include:

- Having trouble concentrating on school work - Being easily distracted when working on a task - Easily forgetting simple instructions for tasks - Daydreaming frequently - Rarely finishing tasks assigned - A marked rise in impulsive or unpredictable behavior - An inability to sit still for a period of time - A constant need to have the attention of others

The persistence of any of these symptoms may be cause to consult with your family doctor about ADD testing. This condition has now been shown to be a hereditary condition, caused by a chemical imbalance in the neurotransmitters within the brain. These chemicals are responsible for sending messages around the brain and they essentially control how we function and behave.

The treatment of ADD calls for a 'team' approach in order to handle it properly. Parents, health professionals, and sometimes psychological and speech professionals must all work together to help a child or adult with ADD learn to function better. Having a plan that allows for a consistent and stable approach to the problem will help the child most. Strict discipline is not the answer, as the child has done nothing wrong. The behavior of the child should never be thought of as deliberate or willful with this disorder.

Getting the child to handle small tasks and offering frequent praise for any positive actions is reassuring and helpful to the child. Try to avoid having too many parts to the task required of the child. Simple and easy-to-accomplish tasks will work best. Writing down the details of the task or even having the child do this is always helpful and allows them to focus on the task at hand.

Having the child repeat back what you ask them to do is not only a way to check that they understand the request, but also allows them to focus on what they should be doing.

Trying to always have eye-to-eye contact with the child will force a focus on the task being requested. You can set a specified time for the child to have the task completed and always remember to praise every positive aspect of the childs behavior. Encourage the child to find a quiet area in which to try and accomplish small, manageable tasks. This will help him or her to focus on what needs to be done. Teach the child how to store their favorite items (such as toys and games), in areas where theyll be safe and always in the same place. This will help to provide a consistency to their personal corner of the world.

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By Marilyn Franklin

Food allergies come in many forms but the one that seems to manifest earliest is a milk allergy. This is because it is usually associated with infants and babies. When many people hear the term milk allergy they associate it with lactose intolerance. The confusion is understandable but the allergen or trigger for each of these problems is very different.

Allergies can start throughout your life. I didnt start having allergies to pollen until I was in my thirties. Others may have allergies start right out of the gate as infants. Though some pediatricians tell you that allergies to things like milk can be outgrown the jury is still out on how true that is. Some suspect that allergies that are 'outgrown' may actually just change in the sense that the symptoms may be less intense or different all together. Though a milk allergy is associated with childhood and infancy plenty of adults suffer as well.

Milk Allergy versus Lactose Intolerance

A true milk allergy is triggered by the protein in cows milk or any other type of dairy. A lactose intolerance is a reaction to the milk sugar lactose. Someone who is lactose intolerant has a problem with the level of an enzyme called lactase which is required to 'digest' the milk sugar lactose. This deficiency or absence happens usually after 5 years of age so someone who was fine drinking milk may suddenly start having this intolerance.

An allergy involves the response of the bodys immune system. The immune system is involved in causing the symptoms of a milk allergy while the symptoms of a lactose intolerance are usually gastrointestinal in nature.

Milk Allergy and Babies

As a mother of two I know what a terrifying and confusing time it is when your baby is sick. I was advised before giving birth that breastfeeding would help not only avoid a milk allergy but also with keeping the baby healthier in general. My experience with my firstborn led me to believe that the doctors and nurses were right. My daughter did not develop any milk allergy type symptoms and rarely got sick.

Unlike my daughter though my son who I also breast fed for his first year did develop symptoms like ear infections, asthma and eczema that indicate allergies. He also developed diarrhea at a certain point that led to an investigation into possible celiac disease. So bottom line you just dont know. Every baby is different and the amount of time they are breast fed can delay the onset of these symptoms like it did for my son.

Since milk allergies usually occur in infancy you may be wondering what are some of the symptoms of milk allergy in newborns. Here are some symptoms that can indicate a milk allergy:

Chronic Runny Nose
Coughing
Ear Infections
Colic
Rash
Eczema
Diarrhea
Recurring Colds

The best thing to do when you suspect this type of allergy is to consult with your doctor. Whether you are young, old or have a baby that seems to be reacting badly to milk. Only a doctor will be able to confirm your suspicions.

Whether you have a milk allergy or are lactose intolerant you will have to manage your intake of dairy products for the rest of your life. Some peoples reactions may be stronger than others so their approach might be different. Since there currently is no cure for this allergy you will most likely be advised to eliminate dairy products from your diet. Keep in mind that you will have to learn to identify milk proteins on ingredient lists. Your allergist can provide you with a list. With all this knowledge you will be able to live more comfortably with a milk allergy.

Marilyn Franklin writes for AllergyFiles.com where you can findmore information on dairy allergies.

Tags: Lactose Intolerance, Milk Allergy

By Ramone Stevenson

Food allergies are a growing concern and even more so with our children. In the USA alone there are as many as 7 million people living with a life threatening food allergy many of which are related to the peanut family. Dealing with your child's food allergy can be a serious matter.

Of course it all depends on what type of food allergy your child has as to the seriousness. Some allergies may cause little more than a bit of an upset stomach, dry cough, or runny nose but for others the situation can be life and death. If that is the case it is important that your child understands as this can be the first line of defense.

However with younger children keeping a handle on that food allergy can be a bit more difficult. It is important that all care givers, teachers, parents of new friends, and anyone else the child may be exposed to are fully aware of the allergy and its seriousness.

Whether it is a nut allergy or any other type of food allergy they may run from mild to fatal and can include tingling, wheezing, hives, tummy upset, and diarrhea.

A fatal food allergy can kill in two different ways. The first is from swallowing the food which causes instant swelling in the vocal cords, quickly stopping the breathing, and almost instantly killing before anyone recognizes what is going on. This is called laryngospasm. The second we are all more familiar with and it is called anaphylactic shock where it can take as long as two hours for the reaction to occur and it will kill if intervention is not there.

Nut allergies are a serious food allergy for many but they are only one of many food allergies and one we are more aware of because so many foods contained traces of nuts but were not marked. A practice that is changing. Another very common food allergy is to the dyes used in foods which are thought to cause hyperactivity and even learning problems with some children.

There are some excellent natural remedies that can help treat a non life threatening food allergy. A food allergy is a reaction by the body's immune system which is designed to fight disease and bacteria keeping us safe but
Some times it misfires as in the case of a food allergy.

For a mild to moderate food allergy you can look to some natural herbs and supplements for relief. You can also increase the amount of cold water fish your child eats of you can give them a supplement. You should also eliminate trans fats from their diet and increase the amount of fresh fruits and vegetables they eat.

And of course you can always eliminate the food that causes the food allergy from your child's diet. For example if your child is allergic to dairy products restrict the child's intake. This only works however if there is only a few food allergies. If your child is allergic to many foods you will want to look at alternatives.

Of course you will still most likely have to eliminate the source of the food allergy until your child becomes desensitized. With serious food allergies such as nuts do not play around trying to home treat. You should also make sure your child always has an anaphylactic kit on them and make sure everyone that will come in contact with your child and could be feeding fully understands this food allergy.

Many make the mistake of thinking that if they do not feed nuts they will have ensured that the child is not exposed to the food allergy not realizing that just trace amounts can be deadly. This is also true with other foods that might have trace amounts present in an unsuspecting environment.

Just about everyone suffers to some degree from a food allergy and our children are no different. However dealing with a child's food allergy can be much more serious because it can be missed much easier than with an adult. Children simply forget.

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By Stacy Andell

Educational Program Services
All Pittsburgh Schools Early Childhood Programs cover five days a week, for at least six hours a day. The goal of the program is to ensure that preschool children develop the skills that they will need for attending kindergarten, including self confidence, physical abilities, increased academic awareness, and social interaction.
This free program is open to children between three and five years old. Pittsburgh School Head Start Programs accept children between three and five, while the Pre - Kindergarten accepts children who are three and four years old. Children must be at least three years old by September 1st of the current school year.
Health Program Services
Children participating in the Pittsburgh Schools Early Childhood Program have access to a variety of health services to evaluate their health needs and identify problems early on. All students entering the program must provide complete medical records, including immunizations. Follow up care on the health condition of the child is provided.
The Pittsburgh Schools Early Childhood Program recognizes the need for mental and psychological assistance to preschool children in order to develop the emotional and social skills necessary for attending school and being successful in school. Parent and mental health professionals work together to recognize the special needs of each child and prepare special courses of instruction or treatment for those children who require special attention.
Children in the Pittsburgh Schools Early Childhood Program receive two meals every day. A nutritionist helps prepare the meals as well as help parents design meal programs that suit the needs of their preschool students. Special services are also provided for students with disabilities involving diagnosis, therapy, consultation, referral, and follow up treatment. A minimum of 10%25 of the children participating in the Pittsburgh Schools Early Childhood Program must be children with disabilities. Staff and parental counseling is provided to ensure that these children can participate in the program.
Childcare Partnerships
Many working parents can take advantage of subsidies for childcare for children that are eligible for the Head Start program. Pittsburgh Schools have developed partnership agreements with a number of child care and early learning agencies throughout the city. These programs provide learning opportunities for children that are similar to the school based programs in the Pittsburgh Public Schools Early Childhood Program. These childcare providers have been screened by Pittsburgh Public Schools and been provided with curriculum, materials, and training to match the school based programs.
The Pittsburgh Public School Early Childhood Program Selection Process
All City of Pittsburgh residents who meet the age criteria are eligible to participate in a lottery for places within various classrooms in the Pittsburgh Public Schools Early Childhood Program. These lotteries will take into account whether children have a sibling who is already attending a Pittsburgh Public School. Children who do have siblings are given priority over those who do not. Many of the special classrooms, such as the one at the Children's Museum will have other conditions to ensure that there is an equal racial and gender mix of students.

Patricia Hawke is a staff writer for Schools K-12, Which provides free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. Patricia has a nose for research and writes stimulating news and views on school issues.

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By Lori S. Anton

Parents are teachers, too. When it comes to child rearing, one of the most important lessons a parent can teach their youngster is responsible behavior. This means helping the child learn how to interact with others in a way that displays self-respect, as well as respect toward others.

No child comes into this world pre-programmed with good manners and virtuous attributes such as a willingness to share, consideration for the feelings of others, respect for others possessions, respect for authority figures, and a selfless attitude.

Considerate, responsible behavior must be taught while a child is very young so that it is instilled by the time they are older, when irresponsible behavior risks evolving into criminal behavior.

Teaching a child about responsible behavior begins at home. It is accomplished by setting a good example on a daily basis. Parents do this by being conscientious about exhibiting maturity in the ways they deal with other people, react to stressful situations, disagree with others, make choices, etc.

Parents can help their children grow into responsible adults by being a positive role model. Helping them learn how to think, feel, and act responsibly, and to pursue their own interests without becoming insensitive of the needs and feelings of others.

Accountability, fairness, honesty, courage, and respect toward self and others are important character traits. Many parents help instill these qualities by sharing deeply held religious and moral convictions with their children. Showing "why" these attributes are important as a foundation for ethical behavior, even when difficult or not materially rewarding.

Responsible behavior is a cultivated trait. It is a characteristic formed over time, made up of our outlook on life and daily habits. Responsible people behave that way whether or not anyone is watching, and regardless of how others may act.

There are several aspects of responsible behavior that should be highlighted to children. At the top of the list is Respect and Compassion toward others. This should be the corner stone for all other aspects of responsible behavior:

* Honesty
* Courage
* Self-control
* Self-respect.

Respect and Compassion: Responsible behavior is impossible apart from respect and compassion toward other people, as well as other life forms. Compassion dictates kindness and an unwillingness to intentionally cause suffering or pain. Respect dictates basic manners and consideration toward others. Concern is exhibited through both feelings and actions.

Honesty: To be honest means not only telling the truth to others; it means being honest with one's own self. It means making decisions based upon truth and evidence, not upon self-serving motives or prejudice.

Courage: When a person is courageous, they take a position and do what is right, even when there is risk involved. It means facing duties instead of behaving irresponsibly, recklessly, or carelessly.

Self-control: Self-control is the ability to act responsibly, and resist inappropriate behavior. It involves sticking to long-term commitments, and dealing with anger and other emotions in a responsible manner.

Self-respect: When a child is raised to be honest, courageous, and to exhibit self-control, they automatically learn to respect themselves. It is as they respond to people and circumstances in a responsible manner and learn to make responsible choices that they discover self-respect.

And it is self-respect that will hold your child in good stead as they grow, mature into adults, and then perhaps become responsible parents with children of their own to rear.

For specific ways to teach children responsible behavior, visit the Savvy Baby Gear web site.

 

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By Xavier Nelson

On your first visit to the store you will likely be overwhelmed by all of the products on the market designed to child proof or baby proof your home. Is every corner and crevice a danger? You cant child proof the world, but as you continue to teach your children about safety you may find it useful to reduce the risk of injury in the home where the child is spending most of the time.

Some child proofing requires no devices, just common sense. Other areas definitely require the use of a child proofing device. Not all children are the same. If you feel a certain product would help protect your child from a situation they are more likely to get into, you may consider adding that to your arsenal as well.

Here are some basic steps for child proofing your home.

Move Cleaners, Medicine and Other Poisons

You need to move any poisonous substance out of the reach of your children. A common mistake? Keeping cleaners under the kitchen sink or bath products on the ledge of the tub. While you might think that child resistant caps will protect your children, you should be aware that the requirements for a child resistant package may mean that at least 80-85% of children couldnt open them. That means your child might. All poisons and medicines should be stored in a high cupboard or locked area.

Not surprisingly falls are one of the biggest causes of injury to young children. Stairways are particularly dangerous and should always be properly gated. Never use pressure mounted gates at the tops of stairs since your child may be able to put enough pressure on them to give way.

Despite having a gate it is important for parents to keep a close eye on children around staircases.

Keep Windows Safe

Lock windows or use guards to prevent them from opening too far. Screens will not keep your child from falling out of a window.

Make sure that blind cords are out of reach and the beds, cribs and other furniture are moved away from windows where a child could climb up and reach. Youd be surprised what they are capable of.

Outlets, Drawers and Cupboards

There is a huge assortment of products aimed at protecting your childrens fingers from being caught in door hinges, slammed in drawers or by closing cupboard doors. Test out several products in a childrens store that demonstrates how different products are used. The main purpose should be to prevent an accident but if you find the products difficult to use you may end up not using them at all.

Small Toys and Other Choking Hazards

Another major cause of hospital visits for small children is choking. Small toys, batteries, buttons, coins and other objects go straight into the mouths of babies and toddlers (and even some preschoolers). Prevention is the key. If you have older children they should be taught to keep small toys out of the reach of younger children. Keep a keen eye for objects on the floor where your baby is present.

Monitor New Dangers

You will need to be constantly aware of what your child can get access to. As you child grows and develops they may suddenly be capable of reaching or pulling down items you didnt think of.

Dont forget that most child proofing devices you can buy are temporary solutions to prevent the most disastrous accidents. Your children should also be taught how to behave and where to be especially careful. After all, your children will likely be in many homes that are not child proofed like yours and their safety will depend on understanding whats not safe.

All the best, Xavier

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