“You don’t need a diaper bag, a pump bag, a purse, and a lunch bag or cooler just to leave your home,” explains Ashley Blankenship, breastfeeding counselor, founder of Supported Season, and creator of Bump Up Birth Method. “Consolidate as much as you can to make it as easy as possible!” From choosing between sizes, colors and patterns, totes and crossbody bags, and more, a lot goes into finding the right bag....
“Moms can learn a lot of things crucial to breastfeeding, such as finding a comfortable and effective position, how often to feed, along with other things like what’s normal or abnormal for stools, weight gain, etc.,” says Ashley Georgakopoulos, IBCLC, Lactation Director of Motif Medical who recommends reading a breastfeeding book before the baby arrives. Consider breastfeeding books that fit your needs, provides illustrations for easier understanding, and matches the tone you’re looking for....
Look for products that are specifically formulated for natural coils and kinky hair textures and prioritize products free of parabens and sulfates (which can be drying). These products will target the needs of natural hair like moisture, detangling, and a healthy sheen. We carefully considered ingredients, formula, value, and hair textures when reviewing products. Here are some of the best products for kids with natural hair that will keep their hair healthy and strong....
How to Pick Photos If you keep your photos fairly organized throughout the year, separating your favorites will be a breeze, but if you’re a little behind, that’s no problem at all. Try these quick and easy ways to sort your favorite photos from an unorganized archive: Create a folder on your desktop for holiday cards. Sort through all the photos in your digital library and copy your favorites into your holiday card folder....
However, teaching your kiddo to ride a new bike is often easier said than done. From choosing an appropriate bike to consoling a child when they fall off, being prepared for any situation will help the process glide along. So, whether your child is two years old or ready to take off the training wheels, we’ve compiled a list of the best toddler bikes and the most frequently asked questions when teaching your little one to ride....
Use the following bother barometer to rate each of the habits you wish your spouse didn’t have: Issues that you rate 5, 6, or 7 can escalate into worse problems if they are not dealt with. You must address them with your spouse while they are still at this manageable stage. Most differences that you rate in the middle of the scale can be resolved between the two of you....
Keeping a car is expensive business. You’ve got to buy gas and pay to have the car maintained. Gas prices are already astronomical. Our shaky world political situation at the moment, however, makes it impossible to predict what gas prices will be like in the future. An oil change, depending on where you live, can cost anywhere between $25 and $50, and then there are all the little costs such as washing the car, inspection fees, parking fees, tolls, and so forth....
Domestic abuse occurs in high-income families, low-income families, gay relationships, and straight relationships. Men and women can be abused, and both men and women can be abusers. Domestic violence can happen to anyone. In an abusive relationship, there tends to be a cycle of violence. Because the cycle is predictable, it is important for your teen to be aware of what to look for and to be able to recognize the cycle....
Introduction It’s 10:00 P.M., and 9-year-old Bradford Randall is having trouble sleeping. He should have done his homework before dinner, but he couldn’t resist hanging out with his friends. Now he’s in for it, unless. . . . He begins to plot: “If I get up early, and stay in at recess, I can finish it in time.” Plan in place, he drifts off to sleep. Homework Anxiety Homework anxiety is common among kids Bradford’s age....
Pregnancy Alters the Immune System Although it was originally believed that the immune system weakens during pregnancy to avoid attacking the fetus, recent research conducted by Dr. Brice Gaudilliere in Science Immunology found that an aggressive immune system response is essential for implantation. His research has found that the strength or weakness of the immune system is precisely timed to achieve the best outcomes for both the mother and the child....
Flash forward 15 years: Unfortunately, there’s a built-in sense of rivalry in every daughter-in-law/mother-in-law relationship. A woman and her mother-in-law are in a triangular relationship with the same man. The daughter-in-law’s gain is frequently the mother-in-law’s loss. And when another woman has caused you a loss, no matter how intellectually understandable it is, it’s hard to take. Try these ideas for solving this situation with your mother-in-law.
The Benefits of Preschool Enrollment From your perspective, preschool can be great because you have a guilt-free way to grab some hours for yourself. You can be confident that your child is doing something beneficial while you luxuriate in a hot bubble bath. Then again, you could use this time for household chores, but that’s just silly. The other benefit of a good preschool program is that it helps your child make the transition into an expanded world of people and experiences....
A method that works much better for both you and your child is the three times rule. First, you simply say, “Johnny, stop hitting your brother.” The second time, you say it with a consequence: “Johnny, stop hitting your brother or you will have a time-out in your room, you can’t watch TV anymore today, or I will put away the toy that you are fighting over.” And the third time, no matter what, you apply the consequence....
More: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Mexican Name Most Popular Spanish Baby Names Mexican baby names are almost always Spanish names, because of Mexico’s history being conquered by Spain. Spanish names generally have Latin origins. Mexico is a Catholic country, where we see lots of little girls being named Maria for the Virgin Mary. We also see plenty of composite names (two first names, where the second is not a middle name) featuring Maria, like Maria Elena....
More: 50 Questions to Ask Your Kids to Get Them Talking You can use our list of suggested “Never Have I Ever” questions, or come up with your own on the fly. This is a great way to get your kids to open up and learn something new about each other in a casual stress-free way. It’s also a great game for a birthday party or sleepover with friends. We’ve organized our suggestions into five different categories for you: School, Family, Funny, Gross, and Activities....
Effort: Almost quick and easy - some sewing Materials: Black outfit Empty popcorn bags/boxes Stale popcorn Candy and their empty boxes (M&M’s, Goobers, Junior Mints, etc.) Empty soda cups and straws Instructions: Randomly glue all your accessories to your outfit and you’re a theater floor! More Costume Ideas
Meanwhile, a new study notes that impulsivity in food choices may also play a part. Published in Child Development, the study found that when children are not impulsive about their food, and instead make thoughtful decisions, they make healthier choices. About the Study Researchers based in the United Arab Emirates gathered 467 fifth- and sixth-graders to participate in the study. The selected students normally have a designated snack time during the school day....
How Popular Is the Name Thomas? Thomas is a perennial favorite in the U.S., ranking among the top 50 boy names in America throughout the 20th century. It was most popular between 1931 and 1966, remaining a top 10 boy name for those 35 years. Thomas reached its peak in the 1940s and early 1950s, consistently ranking 8th in the U.S. during that period. The name has dipped in popularity in recent decades, reaching a low point of No....
By three, a child can typically tell you what he wants, even when he can’t properly articulate every word or stammers when trying to get through a sentence. With more words at their command, preschoolers can verbalize their feelings. That helps them to work through the tussles they get into with siblings, peers, and parents, and also affords them the ability to voice their food preferences. A preschooler’s increasing physical prowess means more freedom for parents but doesn’t decrease the need for supervision....
