When it comes to giving children medicine, a little imagination never hurts. But what’s more important is vigilance: giving the medicine at the right time at the right dose, avoiding interactions between drugs, watching out for tampering, and asking your child’s doctor or the pharmacist about any concerns you may have. Whether it’s a prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) drug, dispensing medicine properly to children is important. Given incorrectly, drugs may be ineffective or harmful....

The skin condition can also be called PUPPS or PEP. It normally occurs in a pregnant person’s first pregnancy during the third trimester (with an average onset of 35 weeks). PUPPS also common in parents-to-be who are carrying multiples. Thankfully, PUPPP does not usually affect subsequent pregnancies. Learn more about treating a PUPPP or PUPPS rash during pregnancy. Appearance of PUPPP The rash of PUPPP almost always begins in the stretch marks (striae) of the abdomen....

I recently had my six-year-old son tested for being “gifted.” I was told he might be at risk for a learning disability. Can this be true? Read the answer… My gifted 12-year-old son has a problem with spelling. What do you suggest? Read the answer… Is retention beneficial for a gifted LD child? Read the answer… What is your theory on the correlation between ADHD and gifted children? Read the answer… Is retention beneficial for my gifted second-grader who also has ADHD?...

The name Rebecca is of Hebrew origin, meaning “to tie” or “bind.” It derives from the Hebrew name Rivkah, which originates from the verb ribbqah, meaning “join,” “tie,” or “snare.” The name also has a biblical connection and features in the Old Testament. Rebecca was the wife of Isaac and the mother of Esau and Jacob. However, the common spelling in the Bible was Rebekah. How Popular Is the Name Rebecca?...

Suggested Weight Gain During Pregnancy Based on BMI No matter what you weigh prior to pregnancy, you must gain some weight. Women who are considered to be clinically obese still need to gain a minimum of 11 pounds, while women who are underweight need to gain more than 25-35 pounds. Here is the suggested pregnancy weight gain based on BMI: Normal BMI (20 to 24) - gain 25 to 35 poundsUnderweight BMI (Less than 20) - gain 28 to 40 poundsOverweight BMI (25 to 29) - gain 15 to 25 poundsObese BMI (over 30) - gain 11 to 20 pound...

Difference Between GERD and Reflux In gastroesophageal reflux, or reflux for short, stomach contents come back into the esophagus. When an infant has reflux, the milk may stay in the esophagus or the baby may spit up. Reflux is a relatively common occurrence in infants. About 70% to 85% of infants spit up many times a day within the first two months of life. In 95% of cases, infants stop spitting up by the time they are 12-months-old....

The most common fertility drug side effects are bloating, headache, breast tenderness, upset stomach, hot flashes, and mood swings. The most common fertility drug risks are conceiving a multiple pregnancy (like twins or triplets or more) and developing ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS). These aren’t the only potential side effects and risks, just the most common ones. Fertility drugs can create miracles and are generally effective. Still, it’s important to know what can go wrong and how to possibly lower your chances of complications....

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Although the exact numbers are not known, a survey of the HHS Administration for Children and Families found that 65 babies were abandoned in public places in 1991 and 105 in 1998. They also found that 8 of those infants were found dead in 1991, which increased to 33 in 1998. Safe Haven Laws In response to these abandonment cases and a group of 13 abandoned babies in Houston in 1999, Texas lawmakers adopted a Safe Haven or “Baby Moses” law so that mothers could leave a baby in a safe place without having to worry that they would go to jail....

This activity lets you put the sand your kids drag home from the beach or park to good use! Materials Needed:· Sand· A tray; an old cookie sheet; or a large, flat bowl· Plaster of Paris· Tempra paints (any color)· Paintbrushes What to Do: Step One: Fill the tray with damp sand, adding a little water if necessary. Step Two: Make a design in the sand. You can use your fingers, paintbrushes, or even cookie cutters....

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Vegetables, of course, provide fiber, antioxidants, and micronutrients that round out your child’s healthy diet. So it’s only natural (and, in fact, great!) to want to help your child reach their daily target of servings. For this reason, a movement has taken root in recent years to hide vegetables in familiar, kid-friendly packages like muffins, casseroles, or smoothies. Entire cookbooks have been written to help parents find ways to incorporate veggies on the sly....

After an uncomplicated vaginal birth, most hospital protocols indicate the newborn baby should be placed on the mother’s chest right away in order to initiate skin-to-skin contact. That’s because this type of touch, also referred to as kangaroo care, has been found to be incredibly beneficial to both babies and mothers. Investigating Kangaroo Care For this study, 95 full-term infants were separated into three groups: one was placed in an infant cot immediately following birth, another group was bundled and placed in their father’s arms, and still another was placed, naked except for a diaper, onto their fathers’ bare chests for skin-to-skin contact....

Effort: Almost quick and easy - some sewing Materials: Black one-piece fleece jumpsuit Faux black fur Faux white fur Wire coat hanger Velcro strip (4 inches) Clear nylon thread and needle Black headband Black and white felt Stiff Stuff Scissors Instructions: Bend the wire hanger into a skinny diamond shape, breaking off the hook. This will be the tail. Completely cover it with faux black fur. You can either sew the fur on or hot glue it....

The number of children who abuse inhalants has doubled in the last decade. The risk is enormous because the effects of inhaling toxic chemicals are so unpredictable. A child who tries a certain amount and appears okay could use the same amount another time and get very sick or even die. Some kids have died the very first time they’ve sniffed an inhalant; their parents never even had the chance to notice warning signs....

For the study, which was published in the journal Psychological Science, 1,030 families with a total of 2060 twins were observed, with almost an even amount of male and female subjects. The study was replicated with an additional 240 families—480 twins with an even gender split. The study subjects were often disciplined differently. Nature vs. Nurture The purpose of the study was to examine the argument that a child’s genetic makeup is more relevant than a punishment like spanking....