According to a 2012 study published in the journal Obstetrics and Gynecology, no less than 69% of parents wanted to know. Among the reasons cited, 77.8% wanted to know “out of curiosity,” 68% “just wanted to know,” and 66.8% did so “because it was possible.” Prenatal Ultrasound A prenatal ultrasound is a non-invasive test that uses audible sound waves to produce images of a fetus’s shape and position in the uterus....
There is no reason to be embarrassed if you mistake false labor pains for real ones, particularly if there is any risk of preterm delivery. While there are ways to distinguish false alarms from the real thing, the maxim “better safe than sorry” always applies. Don’t hesitate to contact your healthcare provider at any time in your pregnancy if you have questions or concerns. Learn more about false labor....
Paper Art materials Remember those picture books you read as a child? Have you ever read a book with no pictures? Did you wish there were some? Here is an opportunity to illustrate one of your favorite books.
But sometimes the body has trouble passing the tissue, and the miscarriage remains incomplete until a woman seeks treatment. If the tissue isn’t removed, the incomplete miscarriage can cause very heavy bleeding, prolonged bleeding, or an infection. Symptoms of an Incomplete Miscarriage The main symptoms of an incomplete miscarriage are similar to other types of miscarriage, and may include: Backache or back pain Abdominal pain or cramping Disappearance of early pregnancy symptoms (such as morning sickness or breast tenderness) Vaginal bleeding...
When you feel you are ready to move to the next step with your new partner, there are several things you can do to help ease the introduction and transition with your children. Here are a few good ways to introduce your prospective husband or significant other to your children: More: Dating After Divorce Invite him for dinner at a restaurant or neutral spot to meet your kids. Take a trip to the zoo or some other neutral spot, where you, your partner, and children can be involved together....
You can keep a vegan diet and have a healthy pregnancy. However, a vegan diet does put you at risk for some nutrient deficiencies, which may harm your baby if left unchecked, and could impact your fertility when trying to conceive. Overview About 5% of people in the United States identify themselves as vegetarians. A smaller (but still significant) 2% of people consider themselves vegans. That’s an estimated 6 million vegans....
But don’t reach for a tube of regular Orajel to soothe the gum pain just yet. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns against the use of Orajel in children under 2 years of age. That said, Baby Orajel is safe because it is free of benzocaine and belladonna. But, if all you have in your medicine cabinet is regular Orajel, it’s important to understand why it is not a good choice for your teething baby....
When Retention May Help Under certain circumstances, retention can have a positive impact on a child’s learning. Generally, retention can help when: A child has missed a lot of instruction because of absences.Instruction has been inconsistent because of frequent family relocations and attendance at more than one school.The child has a late birthday, which makes her actually a year younger than most other students at her grade level.The child has experienced serious illnesses or emotional trauma that has impacted his ability to stay on task and maintain attention and stamina in the classroom....
Your healthcare provider should have the final say on what is considered safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. However, to help moms-to-be and breastfeeding mothers with the preliminary footwork, we’ve compiled answers, backed by medical advice and research, to some of the most common questions about the use of CBD. More: Do You Really Have to Quit Coffee When You’re Pregnant? What is CBD Oil? Cannabidiol (CBD) oil is made from extractions from the cannabis plant and diluted into a neutral, edible oil....
“Our top priority at UPPAbaby is the safety of children,” the company said in a statement. “We conduct extensive testing to ensure UPPAbaby products meet all global industry and regulatory standards. Despite passing all tests and meeting all standards, UPPAbaby received one report about the all-terrain RIDGE stroller.” 14,000 UPPAbaby Strollers Recalled UPPAbaby cites an opening in the stroller’s rear disc brakes which can be potentially hazardous if a child who is not in the stroller gets their fingertip caught while the stroller is in use....
Allergies in Children Babies and children can experience the complete range of allergic conditions, such as allergic rhinitis (hay fever), skin allergies (most common in kids 0 to 4), food allergies, eczema, asthma, and more. Allergic reactions can be the result of immunologic changes in immunoglobulin E (IgE), an antibody formed by the immune system. They can also be non-IgE mediated, instead involving mast cells and basophils. Babies may come into the world predisposed to allergies, but they may not actually have reactions until they’ve had repeated exposure to an allergen....
And while there is a small tablet within Clearblue pregnancy tests, it is not Plan B. “What people found inside the pregnancy test wasn’t a contraceptive but a desiccant with the shape of a pill that is used to eliminate the moisture on the surrounding environment of the device and thus protect its integrity,” says Cristina Nunez, a pharmacist based in New York State. Ahead, we’ll break down some important myths vs....
However, many parents are curious about the physical benefits of gymnastics for toddlers and are also concerned about the potential risks. So, we’re addressing the most popular questions about toddler and preschool gymnastics. Here’s everything you need to know to decide if gymnastics is right for your child. What to Consider When Putting Your Toddler in Gymnastics Putting your child in gymnastics is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly....
Still, if your kid seems thirsty a lot, it’s worth a trip to the pediatrician. This symptom must be considered alongside any others, as well as a review of your child’s family and health history (and perhaps test results), to come to any conclusions. Diabetes in Children Parents often worry about diabetes in general, but most are really concerned about type 1 diabetes—the kind that typically starts in childhood and requires treatment with insulin shots....
In the book of Genesis, the twins Jacob and Esau were born to Isaac and Rebecca; Esau came first, making him the first-born son. When Jacob was born he was holding onto Esau’s heel. This foreshadows two future Biblical events where Jacob usurps or seizes Esau’s birthright as the first-born son. How Popular Is the Name Jacob? A decade ago, Jacob was an extraordinarily popular name: it sat in the number one spot for 13 years from 1999 to 2012....
How Popular Is the Name Jasmine? According to the latest Social Security Administration 2020 data, the name first started trending in the Top 1,000 most popular names in 1973. It burst into the Top 100 in 1986 at No. 95. The most popular years for the name Jasmine were 1993 and 1994, after Princess Jasmine, an animated character in the Disney feature film, “Aladdin,” appeared on the big screen. Since then, the popularity of the name has fallen, but Jasmine still kept a spot in the Top 100 until 2012....
While humorous, it can be stressful trying to keep clothes on a toddler who doesn’t want to wear them! Pants become the enemy, long-sleeves might as well be called “arm prisons,” and don’t even think about mentioning the evil villain known as “shoes.” Why, exactly, do toddlers love taking their clothes off? Here, we’ll explore why toddlers feel the need to strip down at any given moment, how to deal with it, and tips for keeping them in those adorable outfits you spent so much time picking out....
Age: Three and up Time: An hour or moreType of Activity: Arts and crafts Materials needed: Sobo glue, elmers, or pasteLabels, stamps, gift wrap images, old letters, newspapers, or thin cardsMod Podge1" wide paint brushscissorsdull knifeobject to cover like a small box, old hardbound book, canvas Step Two Choose an object that you want to cover. A piece of cardboard, a small box, an old book, or an artist’s canvas are good for beginners....
