02-3-2009 - mom and baby

My mood while writing this blog: curious

Mom

Cancer

The Crab

June 22-July 22

Relax -- you were born to be a mama. Cancer moms are intuitive protectors of children and the most fertile sign in the Zodiac. Mothering likely comes easily to you -- sweet, sensitive, and caring, you have no problem providing the ample love and affection your child needs to thrive. You may find others marvel at your affinity for this new undertaking, and it's unlikely that others will feel inclined to offer up unsolicited parenting advice (thankfully!).

One important thing to remember, though, is that your baby bird will need to fly out of the nest on her own someday -- Cancer moms run the risk of being overprotective and preventing their little ones from learning the valuable life lessons available to them by making mistakes every once in a while. Remember to give your child room to explore the world independently. Don't be afraid to let her run on her own a little at the playground or park -- you can stay a few safe steps behind. And trust that she'll be just fine on that playdate or first day of nursery school. Take comfort in the fact that you've created a reassuring, safe haven for baby at home -- and knowing you and your ability to nurture, it's likely that there's delicious food cooking on the stove and that the rooms are beautifully decorated to boot.

Baby

Leo

The Lion

July 23-August 22

Your baby is full of joy and a real charmer. Expect lots of babbling, giggling, and banging as she tries to be the center of attention. While it's fine to encourage these efforts, make sure you don't overpraise her. Your child needs to learn how to share the spotlight too (especially with her siblings). Little Lions are big-time artists, so draw out your cutie's creative side. Give her crayons, finger-paints, and molding clay at an early age. And make up stories and play dress-up to spark her vivid imagination.