Book Review Tuesday!

YAYYY! I always get so excited when Tuesday rolls around. Keri and I have received so much wonderful and positive feedback about our book reviews. Without further a due here is my favorite book of choice for this week....

This children's book is amazing for so many reasons. The moral behind Pete the Cat's story is, "No matter what you step in, keep walking along and singing your song... because it's all good." I love how Pete the Cat finds a fun way to say don't sweat the small stuff! Throughout the entire book Pete showcases such a positive attitude. The illustrations are fun, colorful and rustic. Pete the Cat undergoes a couple of shoe transformations. Whether he stepped in mud, strawberries or blueberries Pete keeps the same casual face and just keeps strolling all and singing his song. This book teaches children the art of just being able to chill out. Whether that means that mommy won't be able to refill your sippy cup right away, or you spilled something on your new shirt. No worries, it will all be okay.  

I truly do not want to ruin the book for anyone however this story comes with a CD where all the kids are able to sing along with Pete the Cat. This book is perfect for a story time or circle time. I have talked to teachers who have used this book and they all said it was a winner in their eyes. You can find it in your local library minus the fun CD or you can order it offline CD and all! 

I hope you all enjoy it! 

XOXO,

-D

What all Parents need to know..

This topic has been recently trending across the internet and was brought to my attention from a good friend of mine. I want to speak about Secondary Drowning. Since we are in the Summer Season and pool and beach trips are prevalent in our lives every parent, grandparent, caregiver & friend needs to get educated on this topic.

Secondary Drowning can occur after you have a close call with drowning. This can happen in a pool, ocean or even a bath tub! SCARY! Your child may slip or fall into the pool and begins to drown and they are able to get their head above water and cough it all up. Your child seems to be fine and you go on with your day...

Picture found from Google.

However, ALWAYS pay attention to your child's behavior. They can begin to act extremely fatigued and develop a weird cough. NEVER hesitate to call your pediatrician or rush them to the Emergency Room. 

When Secondary Drowning kicks in a small amount of inhaled fluid can act as an irritant. It causes inflammation and leakage of liquid into the lungs. Sometimes, the body will react by pushing even more liquid into the lungs. It reduces the ability to breathe and the end result is your child will drown in their own body fluids. 

Picture found from Google.

THIS IS THE SCARIEST THING EVER! PLEASE PARENTS, GRANDPARENTS, CAREGIVERS & FRIENDS.. PAY ATTENTION AND SUPERVISE YOUR CHILD IN THE POOL, OCEAN AND EVEN THE BATH TUB!

If you want to read more information about Secondary Drowning, these are the sources I used. Please click the following links below:

1. Secondary Drowning
2. The inspirational Story 

Do you have any safety tips or close call stories with your child? Please share with us your tips on how you handled the situation. Lets help to bring awareness to this topic.

-D