Using an Exercise Ball in Pregnancy These balls are great for relieving discomfort during pregnancy. It provides a firm, yet the soft place to sit. It also forces good posture, allowing for decreased straining of your muscles. When moms are learning to squat the birth ball can help them achieve this without the need for a partner. Simply by placing the birth ball on the wall and then leaning with it against your shoulder blades, you can learn to squat and gently ease into it, without fear of falling and no partner required!...

When cardiac (heart) and limb defects are involved, the condition is referred to as VACTERL association. Symptoms Since VATER syndrome involves a collection of several different congenital malformations, the signs and symptoms can vary from person to person. The most common symptoms include: Vertebral anomalies: An abnormal curvature of the spine, malformed vertebrae or ribs, or absence of a tailbone are seen in 60% to 80% of children with VATER syndrome....

If you and your parents have time over the vacation, then summer campus visits, while not quite the same as visiting during the academic year, are still worth the trip. Though most students aren’t on campus, you can still get a school’s “flavor” during the summer by taking a campus tour. In the fall, I highly recommend, that you visit the schools on your “short” list (your favorite top schools), in the fall to go on interviews, sit in on classes, and see what the campus is like when school is in full swing....

When a Child ​May Need to Take Vitamins According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, healthy children should be able to get the recommended daily allowances of all of the vitamins and minerals they need from their diet. But some children don’t eat “a normal, well-balanced diet.” If you think your child may need a vitamin supplement, talk to your doctor first, especially if your child: Is a very picky eater (multivitamin and mineral supplement) Is missing out on one or more food groups such as vegetables or meat (multivitamin) Doesn’t drink enough milk or eat other dairy products (vitamin D and calcium) Drinks too much milk and not enough other foods (iron) Consumes a vegan diet (may need vitamin B12, vitamin D, iron, calcium, and zinc if they don’t consume enough through fortified foods) Consumes a lot of junk food (multivitamin and mineral supplement) Doesn’t drink fluoridated water (fluoride) Has a medical condition, such as short bowel syndrome, malabsorption, or cystic fibrosis, that could lead to problems absorbing vitamins and minerals from the foods they eat (multivitamin and/or mineral supplements) Is taking certain anti-seizure medications (vitamin D) Is on a restricted diet due to multiple food allergies or a medical condition...

Tennis ball Wall This is a game for one or two players. The idea is to throw and catch the ball according to a sequence of tasks. When you miss, you lose your turn and have to start all over the next time. Here are some tasks: Meensies: Throw the ball and catch it before it bounces—10 times Onesies: Throw the ball and catch it after one bounce—9 times Clapsies: Throw the ball and clap hands before you catch it—8 times Kneesies: Throw the ball and touch your knees before catching it—7 times Twosies: Throw the ball and catch it after two bounces—6 times Under the knee: Lift your leg and throw the ball under the knee before catching it—5 times Highsies: Throw the ball as high as you can before catching it—4 times Touch the ground: Throw the ball and catch it after touching the ground—2 times Turn around: Throw the ball and catch it after turning completely around—1 time

Directions Fill the cookie tray with water. Dip a sheet of drawing paper in the water and hold it up to let the water drain off it. Lay it on some newspaper and while it is still wet, apply the paints with paint brushes. Watch the blurring effect of the wet colors on the wet paper. When the paper is dry, your child can add detail with felt pens or crayons....

One of the things that I do when I am teaching a class is to ask people ways that they have coped with other types of pain. We each think of other instances and what helped us and put it up on the board. This helps us realize what resources we really do have available. Many women today fear labor. It is a simple fact. And yet another simple fact is that fear in labor (or anything) will increase your pain....

title: “Week 10 Of Pregnancy” ShowToc: true date: “2023-01-05” author: “Andrew Powers”

title: “Week 23 Of Pregnancy” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-23” author: “Carl Staley”

Postpartum insomnia doesn’t affect all parents, but it could happen to you for a variety of reasons, including hormonal changes or lifestyle changes. Experts share what you can do if you’re experiencing postpartum insomnia and when it’s time to see a healthcare provider for help. What Causes Postpartum Insomnia? Postpartum insomnia can arise for a few different reasons. One relates to hormonal shifts that occur after delivery. Once you give birth, your levels of estrogen and progesterone drop precipitously....

Example of Delay of Gratification Delay of gratification is a discipline strategy that refers to the ability to put off the receipt of a reward in order to gain a better reward later. For instance, say that a tween is supposed to be working on a final project for social studies class. His or her parents have said that if he or she earns all Bs and As in class, they’ll take their student out to dinner at a favorite restaurant for a family dinner together....

No matter how you feel about going back to work, the fact remains that you’ll likely need to arrange for childcare when you do. Some parents rely on other family members for this, while others might drop their little one off at a daycare. Many parents hire a nanny to care for their baby during the day. Nannies come to your home to care for your child or children. While they generally cost more than daycare, nannies are able to give their attention to just your child in a space they’re already used to, which makes them desirable for many families....

For many kids, second grade marks the beginning of being one of the “big kids” in the school. No longer just out of kindergarten, second graders have grown used to their school environment and are ready to take on some serious learning. Your child’s attention span is increasing as well. This means they are able to learn more difficult concepts in one setting and apply them to other situations....

Now Gerdes, 35, who is also a real estate agent in Los Angeles, California, is hoping to inspire other single gay men with hopes of fostering to adopt their own children. He has a budding Instagram and YouTube channel, and shares his journey daily. “When I got into fostering, I had so many questions,” says Gerdes. “I went on YouTube and I was looking for gay men, who were fostering to adopt....

One of the most fascinating reflexes is the Babinski reflex, or plantar reflex, which is stimulated when the bottom of your baby’s foot is touched. If you gently stroke the sole of your newborn’s foot, you’ll probably notice that their big toe extends upward and the rest of their toes flare out. What Is the Babinski Reflex? The Babinski reflex is named after neurologist Joseph Babinski, who first described the reflex in 1896....

You probably aren’t thinking about the hundreds of diaper changes ahead of you or the complicated process of sanitizing bottles. You might not yet realize how many possible scenarios there will be that requires a complete change of your baby’s outfit. Babies come with gear. Lots of it. There are diapers, wipes, onesies, swaddling blankets, burp cloths, and possibly bottles. And there are so, so many of each! Having a plan in place to keep your baby gear organized can help you save your sanity and stay focused on the precious moments you are spending with your infant....

While these differences can be complementary at times, they can also lead to conflict. What should you do if you disagree on discipline strategies as parents? Reasons for Disagreements Most couples differ at times when it comes to discipline. For example, parents often disagree on when to intervene with a behavior. One parent may believe that a child should not be given reminders if they don’t do their chores on time....

Women who have undergone a cesarean section are faced with additional risks associated with the surgical procedure. Despite the fact that cesareans are considered relatively safe, it is still important to recognize the warning signs should the unexpected occur. Here are five red flags you should know if you have undergone or are scheduled to have a cesarean section. High or Persistent Fever While it is not unusual to run a slight fever following a cesarean, you should contact your doctor immediately if you either have a temperature over 100 degrees Fahrenheit or a low-grade fever that lasts for more than 24 hours....

It’s easy to become impatient if you don’t get pregnant right away, but it’s also important that you don’t delay asking for help if you think you might have a fertility problem. Here are some signs that it might be time to talk with your provider. Recommended Time to Try Getting Pregnant According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), if a couple has not achieved pregnancy after one year of having unprotected sex, they should seek professional help getting pregnant....