Instead, parents are asked to describe their child’s personality, needs, and learning style as well as what type of teacher and classroom structure would suit him well. In fact, some schools have developed questionnaires for parents to fill out for this purpose. Be sure to make it clear that you are aware of the teacher request policy and that your request falls within (or why it falls outside of) those guidelines....

Prone and semi-prone birthing positions are more conducive to the use of instruments, such as forceps, stirrups, and vacuum extractors. Medications, including epidural anesthesia, are also easier to administer when someone is not in a squatting position. Under the right circumstances, squatting offers many benefits to someone who is in labor. Potential benefits of squatting to give birth include: For people who are giving birth for the first time, it can short the second stage of labor (pushing phase) Increases the pelvic diameter May decrease the need for interventions like forceps or vacuum deliveries Reduces the need for an episiotomy Shortens the depth of the birth canal Works with gravity to help bring the baby down...

When your grade-schooler reaches adolescence, hormonal changes will lead to increased oil production and body odor. That’s when you’ll be glad you didn’t wait until then to instill good health and hygiene habits.​ Here are five fundamental personal hygiene practices to teach your child. Hand Washing Teaching your child how to wash their hands is probably the most important health and hygiene habit. Think about all the different objects and surfaces you touch on a daily basis....

Every human has two parietal bones—one on the left side of the skull and one on the right side. Each parietal bone looks like a curved plate that has two surfaces and four sides. Imagine taking a string and placing one end at the top of your right ear and the other end at the top of your left ear, letting it rest on top of your head. The length of that string would give you a very rough idea of your biparietal diameter....

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Sweats and t-shirts may be comfortable and functional, but they won’t get us on the cover of any magazines. We may find ourselves in a rut and could be just as boring to our husbands as they are to us. Consider making a change in your routine. Even if this is simply a night of dressing up or attending a lecture, anything that says “You are special. I want to be with you....

If, for instance, you are currently being treated your oncologist may suggest you discontinue. Medications used in certain treatments, like chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, or anesthesia used during surgery may be passed on to your baby. In addition, lactating breasts can be more difficult to examine and operate on. Research has found that if you have had breast cancer in the past, breastfeeding is feasible. Even if you have had a mastectomy on one breast, there is still the possibility that you can breastfeed from one side....

The Benefits of Breastfeeding The numerous benefits of breastfeeding are undeniable. For multiples, who are often at a developmental disadvantage due to low birth weight or prematurity, being breastfed can give them a wonderful boost. Consider the following benefits: Nursing aids jaw, teeth, and facial development. Antibodies in breast milk protect infants from illness. Breastfed babies have fewer allergies. Breastfed babies have fewer ear infections. Studies have shown that breastfed babies have higher IQs....

Don’t worry if you don’t know a lot about either way of nourishing your infant. Nobody is born with that knowledge, and up until now, you’ve had little reason to concern yourself with the subject. The time has come, however. Before baby arrives, investigate each feeding option. Carefully weigh the pros and cons of each so that you can decide what’s right for you and your family. You’ll need some time to get familiar with breastfeeding or with infant formula....

If you don’t rise to the occasion, you will sink in the estimation of others. Everyone should stand when being introduced. At one time women remained seated when new people arrived on the scene, but not nowadays. However, when newcomers arrive at a very large function, they are greeted only by those nearest them. If it is impossible for you to rise—if perhaps you are wedged behind the table—at least lean forward or rise slightly so as not to appear distant....

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Many forget that children can develop depression, behavioral disorders, and psychiatric illness just like adults can. These problems can be difficult to recognize because a child’s brain is still only developing. More: How Reading to Pets Can Help Boost Kids’ Reading Skills A pet can be one of the greatest forms of affordable therapy for those struggling with their mental health. But is this as true for children as it is for adults?...

Now, however, you’re quite naturally suspicious of everything you put in your body. That packet, which once looked perfectly innocent, is making you raise an eyebrow. Daniel Roshan, MD, a high-risk maternal-fetal OBGYN in New York City, says that Emergen-C is fine to take while pregnant. “Vitamin C increases iron absorption from the stomach and decreases anemia,” Dr. Roshan says. “It also helps people to recover from a cold faster, so overall it’s a good supplement to take....

Not enough research has been done to say for sure whether Flonase is safe to take during pregnancy, but studies indicate that it may be OK as long as you stick to the recommended dose and get your healthcare provider’s approval. “Flonase is currently category C per the FDA for use in pregnancy,” says Neeta Ogden MD, an allergist and immunologist and a medical advisor for Curex. “This means the drug can be taken if there is a clinical need for it where the benefits outweigh the risks....