But many pregnant people are surprised to find that their baby bump makes an appearance a bit earlier in their second pregnancy—sometimes several weeks earlier than before! Still, you may be wondering when you can expect it to happen, why this happens, and if it ever indicates a medical issue worth investigating. When Do You Usually Begin to Show During Your Second Pregnancy? “I remember I was only 10 weeks pregnant when a friend ran up to me in Whole Foods and yelled, ‘congratulations!...

Research had already established that pregnant people who were previously infected with COVID-19 can transfer antibodies to their baby in the womb. But the case study shows that the COVID-19 vaccine also gives a baby protection from COVID-19 before it’s born. About the Case Study The South Florida woman, a frontline healthcare worker, received her first Moderna COVID-19 shot when she was 36 weeks pregnant, and three weeks later she gave birth to a healthy baby girl....

What eye color will your baby have? When a new addition is on the way, it’s only natural to wonder about their appearance. Will you give birth to a blue-eyed child or one with dark eyes? There is no way to be totally sure about your child’s eye color, but you can make a good guess about their genetic makeup. More: What Are the Chances My Baby Will Have Red Hair?...

Your time only Have you ever looked at a cat and just known that it was thinking: “A meow in time saves nine?” Ask your child about the words of wisdom that would roll off the tongues of your pets (or animals in your neighborhood) if they could talk. Perhaps each animal would come up with a different version of the proverb. For example, the dog might say, “A bark in time saves a missed school bus” in response to the cat’s version of the saying....

Xavier is a popular choice in the U.S., one of the few common names that begin with an X. It’s a versatile, well-known (yet not overly used) name and it’s most often given to boys. In the U.S., Xavier is pronounced as though it starts with a Z, like Zavier. While traditionally, the name is pronounced as though it begins with an H, more like HAH-vee-yay. How Popular is the Name Xavier?...

It’s not always easy to identify a yeast diaper rash, but it does matter when it comes to treating a sore, red little bum and preventing future infections. Use this guide to diagnosing and treating a yeast diaper rash. What Is a Yeast Diaper Rash? A yeast diaper rash is a yeast infection in the diaper area. The strain of yeast that’s responsible for diaper rash is called Candida. This fungus grows best in warm, moist places—such as on the skin inside a wet or soiled diaper (babies can also get yeast rashes in the folds of their necks and under their arms)....

Most lawyers will draft a basic will for about $300, and it’s an investment you simply can’t afford to be without. What It Should Include A will does not have to be long or complicated, or filled with language that nobody can understand. It does, however, need to include certain information. Basically, a will contains a description of a person’s assets, property, and belongings. And it describes how those things are to be divided after the person’s death....

More: A Parent’s Guide To VSCO When they ask for money to go to the mall Between social outings, vacations with friends, allowances and more, having a teen can be EXPENSIVE. When they don’t tell you they’re eating dinner at a friends house And of course, they ALWAYS let you know they’re having dinner with a friend after you’ve prepared dinner for the whole family. When they ask for you to do another task and you’re already busy Like they need something made for a bake sale the next day, or to be in school early the next day and tell you at the last possible minute....

Dish out kisses and hugs to the little ones. For your teens, you might have to settle for a high-five as you pass them in the hall. Your spouse or partner needs affection, too. Take the time to gather as a family early in the morning or before bed to share your thanks. This is a good way to show kids how to be thankful and it makes everyone consciously think of new reasons to be thankful every day....

Looking for some of the latest and greatest electronic gadgets for your tech-loving kid? If you’re looking for gift ideas, these tech gadgets range from educational toys to devices made for budding coders, photographers, and inventors. Here are 15 of our favorite and the coolest electronic gadgets for kids available. More: The Best Tablets for Kids Our Top Picks What to Consider When Purchasing Gadgets for Kids Kids and technology is pretty controversial, and for good reason....

The 15 podcasts below are some of the best parenting podcasts out there right now. You find most of them on iTunes or Spotify as well! 1. The Longest Shortest Time This light-hearted award-winning podcast is a great listen for parents and even those who are not parents. It first aired in 2010 and was created and hosted by Hillary Frank. She is the author of several books as well....

Your Baby’s Development at 22 Weeks At 22 weeks, a baby is typically over 7 1/2 inches (19.2 centimeters) from the top of the head to the bottom of the buttocks (known as the crown-rump length). The baby’s height is approximately 10 3/4 inches (27.4 centimeters) from the top of the head to the heel (crown-heel length). This week, the baby weighs around 16 3/4 ounces or just over a pound (476 grams)....

Paper Towel Butterflies Materials: Small bowls Water Food coloring Heavy-duty paper towels Paint brushes Droppers Chenille sticks Glue stick Googly eyes Instructions: Spring Flower Sensory Bottle Photo source: Kids Craft Room Your older kids can help make these spring flower sensory bottles for your little ones to play with on a rainy day. Materials: Plastic soda or water bottle with lid Fresh wildflowers Glitter Plastic gemstones Sequins Green and blue electrical or duct tape Clear packing tape Instructions:...

Why a Child May Have Trouble Falling Asleep Not Tired: Yes, it could be that simple. Since some gifted children don’t need as much sleep as other children, they may just not be tired when their parents put them to bed and want them to go to sleep.Need More Time Alone to Wind Down: Your child may need extra time alone to settle down from the day. Sleep won’t come quickly as the child needs time to reflect....

Fishtail Braid Photo source: Wicker Paradise/Flickr Fishtail braids take a little practice to master, but once you do, you can pull it together in no time. Part your hair down the middle and pull your hair into two sections on either side of your head. Take a strand of hair from the outside of the right-hand section and weave that strand of hair over the top of the right section and underneath the left section....