When it comes to parenting, one of the most important skills you can teach your child is the ability to play independently. Not only will this help your child develop important skills, but it will also give you a chance to take a break or get some work done (or just watch them in wonder) while your little one entertains themselves. Here are some tips for promoting independent play in babies:
Liquid Gold
If you’re an expecting parent, you may have heard of people talking about "liquid gold” as part of their lactation/feeding experience. What they’re referring to is colostrum, the incredibly nutrient-rich first milk related after birth. Colostrum has been dubbed liquid gold in part for its appearance (having a dark yellow color and thicker consistency than mature milk), and in part for the valuable role it can play in newborn health.
