1. Know What to Expect When you start a new job, you get an employee handbook. Not so in the stay-at-home mom world. You’re now with the kids 24/7 and that can be a difficult adjustment, especially if you’re used to answering to a boss, listening to water cooler buzz and working in a deadline-driven environment. Now your boss is a person under 3 feet tall, your water cooler buzz has been replaced with toddler talk and your deadlines include beating the clock before the diaper leaks and running through the store before your child has a public meltdown....

PID can also lead to serious pregnancy complications, which is just one of the many reasons why PID needs to be treated before you get pregnant. Antibiotics are the first line of defense. Often, more than one will be used to fully knock out the infection. Only after the infection is resolved should treatment of the resulting infertility be addressed. Learn more about treatment options for pelvic inflammatory disease....

In an Instagram post, she says, “My entire training philosophy is supported by research. Resistance-based strength and interval training prepare women for an empowered birth (of all kinds) and the daily activities of motherhood. These classes are targeted to the pregnant athlete with foundational content for all trimesters and all levels.” Can You Ride Your Peloton While Pregnant? Riding a Peloton bike is a safe way to stay physically active while pregnant....

Age group: 18-40 months Duration of activity: 15 minutes Materials: 1 cardboard box 1 sturdy stick A few kernels of corn Feathers Candy corn Engage your child’s imagination with this activity. This may become a family tradition for years to come.

But how do parents handle children under 12 who are not able to get the vaccine? Should everyone then wear masks to protect them? Experts say possibly in some instances, especially considering the new delta variant. The key is taking your circumstances into account and ensuring that the most vulnerable among you are protected. Staying Unmasked, But Remaining Cautious Masks are meant to serve as a barrier to protect against respiratory droplets entering the air....

A 2016 study found that quality time with parents served as a better predictor of teenagers’ academic aspirations than time spent doing homework or attending extracurricular activities. Parents who discussed books, attended cultural events, and brought teens on community outings raised their teen’s aspirations. Giving your teen regular doses of positive attention will also help you maintain a healthy relationship, which can reduce behavior problems and set your child up for success later in life....

title: “Week 32 Of Pregnancy” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-16” author: “Kelley Rambert”

Wet Diapers in the First Week of Life Breastfeeding moms are often more concerned about wet diapers than moms who bottle-feed. It’s easier to tell that the baby is getting enough to eat when you’re giving a bottle. When you’re breastfeeding, however, it can be a little more difficult—especially in the first few days while your supply of breast milk is increasing. Counting wet diapers is a great way to help you feel more confident that your baby is getting what they need....

Charting your basal body temperature is a relatively easy and inexpensive way to track ovulation. All you need is an accurate thermometer, a fertility charting app or program (there are lots of free ones available), and some patience. Overview While you might think of your temperature as either being normal or feverish, there are a lot of normal variations in between. Our body temperature changes based on movement, how much sleep you’ve had, the time of day, exercise levels, and hormonal changes....

1 slice of bread 1/2 cup of cooked rice or pasta 1/2 cup of cooked cereal 1 ounce of ready-to-eat cereal Vegetables 1/2 cup of chopped raw or cooked vegetables 1 cup of leafy raw vegetables Fruits 1 piece of fruit or melon wedge 3/4 cup of juice 1/2 cup of canned fruit 1/4 cup of dried fruit Milk,Yogurt, and Cheese 1 cup of milk or yogurt 1-1/2 to 2 ounces of cheese...

If, like many people, you’re not sure what these next steps are, here’s a handy list of things to do when your pregnancy test is positive. Call Your Provider Call for a prenatal appointment as soon as your pregnancy is confirmed or you suspect you are pregnant. Some practitioners may not schedule the first appointment until after you have missed two periods, while others have you come in right away....

If you have a tween or teen, try to take their complaints of menstrual pain seriously and see what you can do to help. Luckily, there are a number of effective home remedies for cramps. While some discomfort is to be expected with periods, it can also point to a problem that requires medical attention. It’s important to know the difference between what is normal and what is not....

Knowing how to tell if your periods are irregular will help you understand your body better. Regular periods stay the same length month after month. Your cycle may be irregular, for example, if it shifts from 28 days to 31 days to 25 days. It might be shorter or longer than what’s typical. You may have no bleeding or excessive bleeding. Often, the term “irregular” may refer to a change in what’s normal for you....

Reasons for Tandem Breastfeeding The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the World Health Organization (WHO) recommend exclusive breastfeeding until a baby is 6 months old. After that, the AAP recommends continuing to breastfeed until at least 2 years and then as long as is mutually desired. WHO also recommends breastfeeding until at least 2 years and beyond. Sometimes when people become pregnant again very quickly after the birth of their older child, they may not have yet met their breastfeeding goals and want to continue....

It’s no wonder that child therapists frequently use dolls when working with young children. Sit back and watch your child play in these ways and you’ll be opening a new window into how she feels and how her thinking is developing. Psychology aside, dolls and figures allow your child to create whatever world he wants at that moment—no batteries required. Choosing the Right Dolls and Figures for Your Toddler Toddlers love all sorts of dolls and figures....

If you would like to attempt a VBAC, but your doctor and/or hospital is not willing, the following strategies may help. Know Your Medical History Get copies of your original surgical reports. Find out what type of incision was made on your uterus, which may be different than the scar on your abdomen. Find out what type of closure was done, double or single layer repair. Find out the reasons given for your original cesarean....

While there are still teachers and administrators who brush it off, there are plenty of educators that do their best to eradicate bullying and make sure their students are kept safe. The key to handling your child’s situation is to not only know what to expect, but also know how to work with the school to make sure your child has a safe learning environment. After all, when your child is being victimized, you simply want the bad behavior to come to an end....