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Do Not Let The Baby Cry- 5 Disadvantages Of Letting The Baby Cry

When I first had a baby, a lot of people mentioned that I should let it cry, specially in the mornings. Crying is good for the lungs according to old wives’ tale. After 3 kids, I’ve learned my lesson well. Lungs and crying may be connected but the disadvantage outweighs the benefits. Also, there are other ways to make your baby’s lungs stronger other than crying.

The old saying goes that when you don’t let the baby cry, they will grow up to be a spoiled baby. It can be true specially if you always give in to what the baby wants. But you pacify them without giving what they want. You can talk them as they cry giving them the solution for what seems to be the problem. Or you can carry them as they cry while you try to explain why it is not OK to eat chocolates at night. Or you can just hug them, for us, I find giving my breast seems to work all the time.

Here are 5 reasons why you should not let your baby cry:

Letting the baby cry can lead to a frustrated kid. Letting the baby cry can be very traumatizing to your kid. They maybe a baby but their emotional needs as as big as those of the adults, even bigger actually. And they don’t fully understand what frustrations is all about. How to handle it and what needs to be done to make them feel better. Letting them cry just worsens the situation. It can lead to them being frustrated all the time. Instead of letting them cry, show them how to deal with their frustrations. Is it about the car that won’t start, show them how it works. Give them a solution and not a cold face.

Letting the baby cry can be be damaging to the developing brains of the baby. Neurobiologists say high levels of stress hormone cortisol are ‘toxic’ to the developing brain, according to Penelope Leach.

Letting the baby cry alters the mood of the parents. Admit it moms, crying baby is the worst thing to hear any day. It can easily change your mood into a grumpy old woman. Why the need to lengthen that stage? It eats you up right? The things you need to do but the baby is crying at the background. Stop whatever you are doing and fetch your baby. The human touch can make your baby feel better and yours too.

Letting the baby can also affect older siblings. The frustrations from the baby’s cry is reverberate around the house. This can be felt that just by the baby but almost everyone inside the house. If you have older kids, crying baby can affect their moods, their study habits and at night can also affect their sleep.

Letting the baby cry can lead to baby having low self esteem and trust issues. Trust me on this one. This is from my own experience. I let my 3rd son cry when he was a year old. Thinking all the theories about letting the baby cry correct. I was thinking he would learn how to pacify himself and that he would be more independent. The opposite happened, he was the clingiest amongst all my kids. He was so shy when he was in pre school and he cries a lot. He also have trust issues back then and though we were able to correct it, still it is manifested from time to time. Up to this day, I feel guilty because I let him cry when he was a baby. So moms, I am appealing all to you, DO NOT LET YOUR BABY CRY!

5 Things to Look for When Choosing a Foosball Table

A foosball table is definitely one of the most famous and enjoyable game tables one could have at their home. Playing casual games with family and relatives can certainly liven up the mood during parties and gatherings. At the same time, playing intense and serious foosball matches with friends will surely be able to bring back the competitive youth everyone once had. That being said, buying a foosball table for your home can be a great investment. However, there are a variety of types and brands of foosball tables around. With how competitive and diverse the industry has become, one would surely have a hard time choosing the right foosball table that will match with their preferences and their style.

Fortunately, you won’t have to deal with that kind of problem. With the 5 tips below, you surely won’t be having a problem with choosing the perfect foosball table for you and your loved ones.

1. Know the different types of foosball tables

Standard or Stand-alone foosball table – this type of foosball table is the most common, popular and expensive foosball table available. As the name implies, the foosball table is built-in on a table. In most cases, a stand-alone foosball table comes in separate parts and you would have to set it up or assemble it yourself. Stand-alone foosball tables are usually made of hardwood and a mix of other materials which makes it heavy. There are also those stand-alone foosball tables that are suitable for outside environment so be sure to inquire about it during your purchase.

Tabletop foosball table – this is the mini-type foosball table that is perfect for children because of its small size although adults can still use it. This type of foosball table is perfect for those houses which has small and cramped spaces. An important tip though, if you are buying for your kids, then be sure that is made from kid-friendly materials.

2. Purpose of foosball table

If you are buying a foosball table for your kids and their friends, then you should opt for smaller foosball tables that will allow them to reach the table easier. On the other hand, if you are setting-up a foosball table for adults, clientele outings and such then a standard foosball table with professional styling will be the ideal choice.

3. Height Adjustment

One of the biggest mistakes most foosball table buyers commit during their purchase is their neglect of the height adjustment. Foosball is played by both teams and players standing on opposite sides. Thus, the height of the table which will determine how they will handle the metal rods will be a big factor in their gameplay. Make sure that when your foosball table will have the height-adjusting feature that will allow both teams to agree to a certain table height to make the game fairer.

4. Table playing surface

Never buy a foosball table that has a sticker-type playing surface as it usually wears over time and makes the gaming experience awful and less accurate. Always go for the smooth surfaces with fine finishes that will not look stylish and high-quality but also make the game better and more fun.

5. Foosball table reviews

Last but not the least, always check for foosball table reviews before going to the store and buying one. This will not just shorten the time as it will allow you to have a shortlist of the top models but also will give a certain warranty about the quality of their product and brand.

Alden Richard’s “I Wash It That Way” Safeguard Music Video

Did you know that germs can touch you, even if you don’t touch them?

We all know that germs can be passed through person-to-person contact or touching dirty objects. What many of us don’t know is that germs live in the air, too. If you believe that not touching anything or anyone can keep germs at bay, you better think again.

“#HANGINfection, technically known as Bioaerosols, refers to airborne germs such as bacteria, fungi and viruses that may cause skin reactions and respiratory sickness. Bioaerosols can come from a variety of sources, including soil, organic debris, humidifiers, air conditioners, and even farming and industrial pollution. The human body is also a source of bioaerosols: Shed human skin, coughing and sneezing can all contribute to airborne germs. These can make you sick in unexpected ways. For example, when you sneeze, most of the germs are transmitted at close range, but you need not be close to fall sick, as the smallest particles stay airborne and can travel as far as 20 meters.” says Dr. Pierangeli Vital, Ph.D. Biology (Microbioliogy), University of the Philippines Diliman.

Good thing, Safeguard, Philippine’s Number 1 Family Skin Germ Protection Soap, partners with Pambansang Bae Alden Richards to spread the word about #HANGINfection and how to fight it. The fun part? They didn’t just make it informative. They also made it fun and nostalgic!

The “I Wash It That Way” music video gives a Backstreet Boys hit song a fresh spin to uncover the truth behind #HANGINfection. As told in the music video, #HANGINfection can reach us, including our children, even if we’re not touching anything or anyone. In short, we don’t just touch germs. They touch us, too!

“We know airborne germs are present in outdoor and indoor locations, and only Safeguard provides long lasting protection versus other soaps in the market,” says Ronaldo Puno, President of The Philippine Association of Medical Technologists, Inc. (PAMET).

For more than 50 years now, Safeguard has been providing Filipinos their first line of defense against germs, inhibiting the growth of disease-causing germs up to 24 hours after washing.

Join Alden and Safeguard in spreading awareness about #HANGINfection! Watch and share the “I Wash It That Way” music video on Safeguard’s Facebook and YouTube. Do your share as it matters in the fight against airborne germs. As Alden stresses in the jingle, basta HANGINfection, Safeguard ang protection.