For example, Clomid treatment with a gynecologist often looks different from treatment by a fertility specialist. Sometimes Clomid is combined with IUI (intrauterine insemination) treatment. More frequently, it is prescribed to be timed with intercourse at home. This day-by-day guide to treatment will give you a general idea of what your cycle may look like when you take Clomid. As always, follow your healthcare provider’s instructions, and do not be shy about asking questions before, during, or after treatment....

But parents can help kids cope with these negative thoughts and feelings by teaching them how to engage in positive self-talk. While it is still important to recognize negative thoughts and feelings and not attempt to erase them, they also can learn how to reframe their thinking and focus on their strengths or the lessons they have learned from the challenges. If teaching your child to engage in positive self-talk is something you want to explore, we take you through what you need to know including how you can empower your kids with this powerful tool so that they can face life’s challenges with resilience and self-confidence....

“The point of a balance bike is to teach a child to learn to ride without training wheels,” says Elizabeth Davis, MD, FAAP, a pediatric sports medicine physician with Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. “They are bikes without pedals that kids can sit on while their feet touch the ground. There is no known advantage of a balance bike over a traditional bike, but the child may possibly learn to ride a two-wheeled bike with pedals a little sooner....

Every pregnancy and birth experience is unique, and returning to exercise will not look the same for every new mom. On top of all this, having patience with yourself and your new body is a must when it comes to postpartum exercise. “Pregnancy and motherhood arm us with a strength that only exists once you have traveled the path,” says Brooke Cates, a prenatal and postnatal exercise specialist and founder of the online fitness platform, Studio Bloom....

A classic name, Iris comes directly from the Greek word Iris, which means “rainbow.” Iris was the name of the goddess of the rainbow, according to Greek Mythology, and was said to deliver messages to the Gods across a rainbow bridge. Paying homage to the name’s rainbow roots, Iris also refers to the colorful Iris flower, as well as the pigmented part of the eye. Origin: Iris is a name derived from Greek Mythology meaning "goddess of the rainbow....

Feeding tubes can be used in both hospital and outpatient settings, with formula or breast milk. Babies who aren’t premature may also require a feeding tube for other reasons, including oral aversion, failure to thrive, and neurological problems. Although the decision to tube feed is never easy, feeding tubes are the safest and most efficient way to provide adequate nutrition for babies who need assistance. Feeding tubes allow babies to receive some or all of their feeding through the stomach, and can also be used to deliver oral medications....

ACE-certified fitness trainer Caitlin Sacasas explains that after the first trimester, or after you begin to have a noticeable uterine growth, it’s best to avoid these core exercises. Fortunately, there are plenty of alternatives or modifications you can try instead to keep your core strong while pregnant. Benefits of Ab Work in Pregnancy Keeping your core strong throughout your pregnancy and the postpartum period has several important benefits. First and foremost, core work can help support your pelvic floor muscles, which are responsible for supporting your digestive organs and controlling your bladder....

Many parents are eager for this time because transitioning into a chair can free you up a little in the kitchen and at the table. It also lets your baby join in some of the family’s activities, which is great for social development. In order to know when the time is right, there are some key developmental milestones to look for before placing your baby in the high chair. Sitting up without support and starting to eat solid foods are good indicators that your baby is ready for a high chair....

Think back to your days in elementary or middle school. Ever said something mean to someone on the playground about the way they look, talk, dress? Teased them about getting bad grades? Even about being a “smartypants” because they got good grades? Ever joined in with a group of friends and said some “funny” things about classmate or that strange kid down the street? Or ignored someone or excluded them from the group or a conversation?...

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A recent New York Times report states that kidney stones are now showing up in children as young as five or six years old, and pediatric urologists and nephrologists across the United States are seeing a steep rise in young patients. Research has found that dietary factors are the leading cause of kidney stones, which are crystallizations of substances in the urine. Experts in pediatric urology say kids are eating too much salt and not drinking enough water – the two main causes for this condition....

But when Michael talked with an attorney about fighting for sole legal and physical custody, the response was hardly reassuring. “‘I won’t tell you it can’t be done,’” Michael recalls the lawyer telling him. “‘But the odds are against you and it’ll be very expensive.’” Michael surrendered; a joint custody arrangement was eventually worked out. But nine months after thedivorce, his ex-wife was caught stealing drugs from the hospital where she worked....

While you might be familiar with the name Lamaze and the breathing style associated with it, you may be surprised to hear that the Lamaze class your mom took may not be the same as what’s being offered today. Lamaze is also about much more than breathing patterns. Lamaze has evolved and changed over the years, deemphasize breathing-patterns and encouraging a wide variety of skills and techniques to have a healthy, normal birth....

Have your child close her eyes and guess the sounds you make. Use household objects, such as keys, coins, silverware, or a whistle. Tap on a pot with a spoon, snap your fingers, or click your tongue.

Instead, help your kids see the array of occupations that are related to each of their intelligence areas. The best way to do this is by having adults talk with your kids about their career choices and by going on lots of field trips. Then children can begin making their own decisions about what feels right. Of course, virtually every job consists of a variety of responsibilities that touch on several intelligences....

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Drawing supplies Food pyramid diagram We have some good news—your child has just been hired as a chef at a world-famous restaurant. Now the bad news—the patrons are tired of the outdated menu and are demanding that your child overhaul it from top to bottom. Your child’s task is to create a menu that incorporates his or her knowledge of good nutrition. Also, he or she must include a variety of foods sure to please everybody’s palate....