What parenting styles did you experience as a child? How did your parents teach you to be well behaved? How did your parents discipline you? Did they always teach and correct you with anger? How did they encourage your independence? List three things your parents did that you wouldn’t mind repeating: List three things your parents did that you will never, ever, not-even-when-the-cows-come-home do to your children: Now think about your own parenting....

Let’s take a look at what to expect when it comes to 6-year-old development, milestones, growth, wellness, and safety—and what to do if you have concerns about any of these aspects. 6-Year-Old Language and Cognitive Milestones If you are noticing that your 6-year-old is talking up a storm, and has something to say about, well…everything, you are not alone. “Six-year-olds are so much fun to spend time with,” says Tiffany Kimbrough, MD, associate professor and pediatrician at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU....

Some women end up with a separation in their abdominal muscles after childbirth which leaves bellies looking stretched out long after pregnancy. This stretching is known as diastasis recti or, colloquially, “mummy tummy." But it’s not just appearance that’s the concern here—diastasis recti can cause back pain, “mommy bladder,” and other discomforts. Many cases of diastasis recti are linked to uterine, rectal, and bladder prolapse. Let’s take a look at what diastasis recti is, how to know if you have it—and most importantly, how to treat it so you can live a strong and healthy life....

Avoid Minimizing Emotions Kids who believe, “I shouldn’t feel sad,” will go to great lengths to avoid grief. But that’s not healthy. Grief is a healing process and should not be avoided. Similarly, kids who think, “Being mad isn’t good,” may paste on a smile and refuse to speak up for themselves. In actuality, anger isn’t bad. It’s how kids choose to deal with their anger that can lead to healthy or unhealthy choices....

The “person first” approach started in Sweden and came out of the need to gain a voice within the general community, particularly during the process of deinstitutionalization during the 1970s. The “identity first” movement is more recent and originated with the Deaf community. Identity-first language draws from the idea that neither disability nor neurodiversity is separable from a person’s way of experiencing and interacting with the world. The choice of language depends, in part, on the individual person’s age, their preferences, and their specific disability....

Take your time before answering questions. Think before you speak, and give your lawyer time to object to the question. (This is a good time to have legal counsel by your side.) Do not let the lawyer get you riled. Control your emotions. If you feel faint, tell the judge you need a break. If there’s water nearby, pour yourself a cup or ask the judge for some. Do not be shy about making these requests....

The natural weaning process typically begins when a baby starts solid foods at about six months of age. Early weaning is when a baby stops breastfeeding before natural weaning begins. Reasons for Early Weaning Some people choose to wean early, and others have to stop breastfeeding before they want to due to a variety of issues. Here are some of the many reasons weaning may happen sooner than expected....

In addition to finding out where to source easy-to-wear, nice-looking pregnancy outfits, you may also wonder when to start wearing maternity clothes, how to feel good about your wardrobe (and body) as your shape changes, where to shop, and how much you’ll need to spend. Do You Really Need Maternity Clothing? If and when you need maternity clothing comes down to personal preference and comfort. Some people can wear their regular clothes for much of their pregnancies....

How many babies have you had? How tall are you? How much do you weigh? These factors will all influence when your belly shows. Though it always shows sooner with your clothes off, so your husband or significant other will notice more quickly than the outside world. When Do You Need Maternity Clothes? Maternity clothes depend on multiple factors as well. For example, if your clothes are already loose and you don’t mind wearing them a bit tighter you can go for longer periods of time without getting maternity clothes....

Give Your Toddler Access to Music and See What Happens You may have noticed that it doesn’t take much at all to get your toddler dancing. Just put on a catchy tune with a decent rhythm and they’ll start moving. They may not even realize that their legs are bouncing to the beat in their car seat as you drive along with the music going in the car. Even very young toddlers are aware of different rhythms and the feelings they elicit....

Consequences for breaking these types of rules are generally best matched to the offense. Breaking a telephone rule might result in no telephone use the following night, for example. Ask for your teenager’s input on all issues discussed at the family meeting—including rules. Your teen may have a perfectly valid reason why he can’t fulfill one of your expectations, and working out a solution now will save you both irritation later on....

More: The Most Successful Baby Names Celebrity Names for Babies: How to Choose a Baby Name Destined for Fame Famous people have a knack for stirring the pot when it comes to controversial baby names. Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow paved the way with Apple, and Kanye West and Kim Kardashian followed suit with their picks of North, Chicago, Psalm and Saint. Kids of Hollywood A-listers and well-known celebrities are likely destined for stardom, unorthodox names notwithstanding, but how many non-famous kiddos are destined for the limelight based solely on their names?...

The Tests and Symptoms First things first: Are you or aren’t you pregnant? Most women find out they’re pregnant by the tried and true method – that is, their period stops. So, if you miss a period, and you’ve been sexually active, it’s safe to assume that you could be pregnant, and you should take a pregnancy test. You can either purchase a pregnancy kit at your local drugstore or go to a clinic (or your doctor) to have a test performed....

It is the name of the Norse goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. She was a deity who practiced a form of magical arts and divination that allowed practitioners to see and change the future. Freya was also ruler over the meadow where she received slain heroes of the battlefield. The mythological roots of this Nordic name are still evident today. The Danish national anthem honors the goddess Freya by referring to Denmark as the “hall of Freya....