Reps. Short for repetitions, meaning the number of times you do an exercise. Usually 6–15 reps make a set. Sets. A group of repetitions. Usually you do 1–3 sets per exercise. (A man working on bicep curls might do 3 sets of 10 reps. This translates to 3 full rounds of 10 bicep curls each.) “He’s/she’s ripped.” A major compliment about a guy or gal’s defined physique. “You’ve really got great definition in your …” A tired but effective gym come-on....

Help your child understand that life isn’t a competition. It’s not just about getting what you want, but about finding solutions in which everybody gets some of what they want. If two people have both given a bit of ground but leave happy, that’s a much bigger success than getting your way but leaving another person feeling squashed. Emphasize that, for negotiations to work, it is essential to maintain a respectful and considerate attitude toward the other person....

How Popular Is the Name Luke? The name Luke has been a top 500 name for boys in the U.S. since 1955, but it got a bump in the late 1970s and early ‘80s. This is perhaps because of the 1977 release of the first “Star Wars” film, featuring Luke Skywalker as its central character. Luke ranked #97 in the U.S. in 1980, breaking into the top 100 for the first time, but it hovered in that area for another decade....

No doubt you know pretty much what your children’s strengths are, and you’ll help them by telling them as much: “You really are a good diplomat. There seem to be fewer squabbles when you’re around.““Do you know, I wish I’d had half your ability at math when I was in school.““Could you help me organize the toy cupboard? You’re so good at working out where things should go.” There are, however, a few things you have to look out for when showing your children where their strengths lie: “Do you know, I wish I’d had half your ability at math when I was in school....

How They Work These medications cause an increase in the level of prolactin, the hormone responsible for milk production, so they have the side effect of making breast milk. Under the direct supervision and monitoring of a doctor, these medications have been prescribed to help create, re-establish or increase the supply of breast milk for nursing mothers. Reasons They’re Prescribed You would like to breastfeed an adopted baby You have weaned your child and would like to start nursing again You are pumping for a baby in the hospital and your milk supply is low...

It’s generally a good idea to tell your boss about your pregnancy as soon as you feel comfortable. This conversation can sometimes be straightforward, but it can often feel more complicated, especially if you do not have a good relationship with your employer. In any case, your company should have clear leave policies that you should be made aware of through your employment contract. In a tragic situation where one loses their baby before they carry to term, figuring out their rights in terms of bereavement leave can be an even more challenging conversation to have with an employer....

The Mockingbird Stroller was provided by the brand so our reviewer could thoroughly test it in her home. Keep reading for our full product review. With the arrival of my second child this past spring, I’ve been searching for a reliable double stroller to use for family outings and walks to our local playground. The Mockingbird Single-to-Double Stroller is simple and sleek and, in theory, exactly what I need for my family of four....

More: What Real “Mom Brain” Looks Like What is Mom Burnout? Sheryl Ziegler, psychologist and author of Mommy Burnout, states that simply put “Mommy burnout is the emotional and physical exhaustion that you feel from the chronic stress of parenting.” She goes on to explain that “no matter how much sleep you get, you’re always tired…there’s always something else. You lose your motivation and passion. Mommy burnout is not an extension of depression....

If you don’t have cable service, you have no problem, because local and network stations don’t air explicit programs. If you bring in basic service, you are less likely to be bringing in “hot” shows. If you opt for movie channels, which offer a variety of, shall we say, interesting late-night programming, there are lock-out boxes that permit you to block certain channels. Check with your cable company to find out what devices are compatible with your service....

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This process can take a few weeks and sometimes medical intervention to complete. A “natural” miscarriage (or expectant miscarriage) is when you let nature take its course instead of having surgical or pharmaceutical interventions to fully resolve the miscarriage. After a miscarriage diagnosis, you’ll usually be presented with various management options. All of these treatments result in the removal of the fetal tissue (also called products of conception) from the uterus so that your body can heal and go back to its pre-pregnancy state....

In response to all of these issues, Instagram has rolled out some new safety features, giving parents more control of their child’s Instagram account. But, will they be enough for parents to feel more comfortable with their children using the social media site and keep kids safe? We’re going to take a look at these new safety features so you can decide if more parental controls are needed and decide is Instagram safe for kids....

The ointment prevents infections caused by exposure to gonorrhea or chlamydia but it also protects against other bacteria commonly found in the vaginal and rectal area, which is why it is required for all vaginal deliveries even if you don’t have a sexually transmitted disease (STI). Without this treatment, there is the risk of infection and blindness in babies, it is given by state law. What’s Used Erythromycin is the typical eye ointment used in newborns....

Most researchers and doctors define normal fetal heart rate as between 110 to 160 beats per minute (bpm), with some experts using narrower parameters, such as 110 to 150 bpm or 120 to 160 bpm. How Your Baby’s Heart Rate Changes Though there are many words to describe the moment that you first hear your baby’s heartbeat, most people use words like galloping to describe how the heart rate sounds....

The International Olympic Committee previously stated that family members could not accompany athletes to the games later this month. That meant breastfeeding moms would have to leave their babies at home. But public outcry from advocates and the athletes themselves led to a reversal in that policy. “The restrictions should have never taken place,” states Cecilia Tomori, PhD, associate professor and Director of Global Public Health & Community Health at Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing....