Breast engorgement isn’t pleasant. The breasts can become rock hard and very tender to the touch. Usually, these symptoms disappear after a few days without any treatment. But in the meantime, the pain can be excruciating and even increase the risk of mastitis, an infection that results from bacteria in a clogged milk duct. If you’re in a hurry to get back to normal, there are medications that can dry up breast milk....

Make summer souvenirs into a household decoration! Materials needed:· Heavy cardboard · Large- and medium-sized bowls or pots (to trace your wreath)· Paintbrush· Glue · Summer treasures (flowers, leaves, sand, small pebbles, seashells…) · Yarn or string· Scissors· Markers, crayons, and other decorative items (optional) What to do: Step One: Trace the circle for your wreath by drawing around the large pot or bowl on the cardboard. Step Two: Cut out the circle....

Typically, Mila is a nickname given to people with names like Camila and Emila; but the name has since taken on a life of its own and is now given as a stand-alone first name. For instance, American author, Jenna Bush Hager, named her daughter Mila. How Popular is the Name Mila? Actress Mila Kunis, star of the hit TV series, “That 70s Show,” and the movie “Black Swan” is thought to contribute to the popularity of the name in the United States in recent years....

What Is Milk Thistle? Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a tall, purple flowering plant with prickly spines. Originally from the Mediterranean region, milk thistle has a long history of use in medicine and healing. For centuries, this plant has been used to treat health problems of the liver and gallbladder. It’s also a well-known galactagogue (something that promotes breast milk production) that breastfeeding mothers take to help increase their supply of breast milk....

15 to 20 minutes Materials Low shelf or counter space Directions Extensions Set paper and pencil by the display so family members can leave comments and questions.Bring part of the collection to the dinner table and talk about it while everyone eats.Ask a question about the display that requires research and help the child find the answers.

The definition of elderly—much like that of middle age—depends on where it comes from. Lately, though, we’ve seen this breakdown of age: Young-old is defined as 55 (yikes!) or older Old is defined as 65 or older Elderly is everyone over 75 Can’t say for you, but 55 doesn’t sound anywhere close to old to us, and at 75, we don’t think you’re ready to head to the rocking chair for good....

Midrange to high budget—This is another party that can either break the bank or have a reasonable cost. If you enjoy celebrating the winter holidays and can afford a lavish party, you’ll find plenty of décor, food, beverages, and favors on which to spend a bundle. However, if you don’t have a ton of money to blow, then you can still have a great party by creating a wonderful, inviting atmosphere and serving delicious food....

This condition is called precocious puberty. Here’s what parents should know if a child begins puberty at a very young age. What Is Precocious Puberty? Typically, girls begin the process of puberty sometime between the ages of 8 and 13. The average American girl gets their period at age 12. Other puberty signs usually begin by around age 10 or 11. These are called secondary sex characteristics and include breast buds and pubic hair....

Many parents are a little intimidated by their child’s OT or other therapists at first. After all, she’s supposed to be the expert on what’s troubling your child, right? Actually, you, the parent, are the one true expert on your child: what makes him tick; his likes, loves, and hates; the experiences that really turn him on; and the situations and tasks that he just can’t handle. No one knows him better than you, even if some of the things he does are really confusing....

Practice Buy a combination lock for your child, and make it a summer project to learn how to work it successfully. Locks are easy to carry around and bring out whenever there’s an idle moment, in the car, in a restaurant while waiting for your meal, in doctor or therapist waiting rooms. The more your child turns that tumbler and gets used to the way a lock works, the more likely he or she will be to use one without difficulty at school....

Notebook Pen or pencil Bird book (optional) Directions

Severe pain, however, is not. Intense or prolonged pelvic pain may be a symptom of endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease. Sometimes, the aches you experience have nothing to do with ovulation. If the pain prevents you from having sex or going about your daily life, this is also not normal. Learn more about ovulation pain, why it happens, how to cope, and when to call your doctor. What is Ovulation Pain?...

These colorful pots can be used for more than just plants! Fill them with candies and give them as gifts or use them to hold earrings, spare change, or candles. Materials Terra cotta pot Sponges Acrylic paints Small stickers Paintbrushes Clear acrylic spray Directions