More: Cold and Flu Season: Are You Feeding Your Kids Right? What is the coronavirus? “The coronavirus” has been called a novel coronavirus because it is new and has been previously unidentified. COVID-19 is the specific virus that we are hearing about via the news and social media right now. There are other kinds of coronaviruses that have been regular parts of all of our lives for quite some time....

The religion of Buddhism began in the 6th century B.C. around the area of Benares, India. It is based on Siddhartha Gautama’s teachings. He was born a prince in Nepal situated between India and Tibet but renounced his earthly possessions and wealth to teach others the Four Noble Truths and the Eight-Fold-Path. More: 25 Magical Boy Names to Inspire Your Search Buddhism is now practiced by roughly 500 hundred million people worldwide, with the largest concentration in Asia....

More: The Top Outdoor Party Games for Kids However, a busy summer outdoors should not require tons of planning or money on your part. Outdoor play can be more than just the swimming pool, although diving under pool noodles is always a fun game. Check out our suggestions below for easy fun ideas to keep your kids out of the house and engaged all summer long. Water Play Arts and Crafts Physical Activities Science Activities Fun for the Whole Family Looking for more ideas?...

People with this learning style tend to think visually and often prefer learning the same way. They are good at seeing the “big picture,” but they sometimes overlook the details. Characteristics The term “visual-spatial learner” was first coined by psychologist Linda Kreger Silverman Ph.D., an expert on giftedness and the author of several books on visual-spatial learning. She has identified a number of key characteristics of this type of learner:...

We spoke with experts about the kinds of harmful trends perpetuated on social media, how they can affect teens and how parents can help fight diet culture. Does TikTok Promote Unhealthy Relationships With Food? A recent study conducted by the University of Vermont shows that TikTok content appears to be promoting an unhealthy diet and food-restrictive culture, especially in teens. Published in PLOS One, an open-access, free site to share scientific research, the study paints a negative picture of TikTok and body image....

Physical discomfort and anxiety can produce occasional restlessness or even full-blown insomnia. So, what can you do to get more shut-eye during pregnancy? Here are some tips to help you get a more restful night’s sleep when you’re pregnant. If you work outside your home, you may have to get a little more creative, but it can be done. For instance, if you commute to and from work, try napping while someone else transports you, whether that’s in a carpool, taxi, Uber, or on the train....

Before you rush to begin feeding baby food to your little one, here are some tips to ensure a positive experience for both you and your baby. The topic can be very confusing. Before you trade in your bottles and burp cloths for jars and bibs, have a chat with your pediatrician. Ask them to clearly explain their opinion on: Signs your baby is ready for solids Order in which solid foods should be offered How much to feed at each meal How often to offer meals Safety precautions to follow...

So the next time you gather a group of kids in a wide-open space, play tag! Many of these games and variations were inspired by Playworks, a nonprofit organization that helps schools foster physically active, social, healthy play. Band-Aid Tag There is no “it” in this tag game! All players can tag and be tagged. When a player is tagged, they put a hand on the spot where they were tagged—that’s the “Band-Aid....

Teenagers these days feel like they have a lot to worry about. From raging hormones and social drama, to politics and the pressures of getting in to a great college, it can be difficult to concentrate in class and study for tests with the world seemingly on your shoulders. Well, good news parents – you can help your teenager succeed in school by taking advantage of some of the best learning tools for teens in 2017....

Level: Easy Time involved: Two to three hours Materials: 12-inch piece of heavy wire Several colors of sculpting clay (Fimo or Sculpy clay) Baking sheet Foam sheets (optional) Scissors (optional) Glue gun (optional) Assorted colors of craft paints Paintbrushes Foam plate Clear acrylic finish spray

Materials needed: · Canvas tote bag (sold at local craft stores)· Tempera paints (Halloween colors)· Paintbrush· Paper plates· Scissors· Wiggle eyes (sold at local craft stores)· Felt, glitter, buttons, or other decorative materials (optional)· Fabric glue · Newspaper What to do: Step 1: Lay newspaper over your work area in case of spills. Step 2: Pour a bit of paint on a paper plate. Use a new plate for each color....

A rudimentary horn is an underdeveloped “horn” on one side of the unicornuate uterus. About 75% of people with a unicornuate uterus have a rudimentary horn. The rudimentary horn may or may not be connected with the rest of the uterus and vagina. If it is, it is called a “communicating horn.” Signs and Symptoms A unicornuate uterus is congenital, meaning it is present from birth. Yet many people are unaware they have the condition until they become pregnant and the uterus is seen on ultrasound....

Many people seek to learn more about their family history. Some wish to preserve this information for future generations, while others may want to research a hereditary illness. Those who have lost touch with their past yearn to rediscover their relatives. All of us have a deep desire to know who we are, and where we came from. Plus, learning about family history can be just plain fun. When researching family history, many people overlook baby books as a resource....

There’s been a lot of debate over the issue of how exposure to violent video games and other violent media content, such as in movies and TV shows, affects children. Most researchers say it’s unlikely that playing violent video games will cause a child with no other risk factors for violence to turn into someone who’s extremely violent and harms others. Nevertheless, one of the best arguments for limiting all kids’ exposure to violent media content, regardless of their personal background, comes from a recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics....

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For some parents, bed rails at the side of the bed and bed guards give them peace of mind that their child is not going to fall out of bed in the middle of the night. But, before you make the jump, you want to make sure you’re choosing the right bed rails and that they’re installed properly. We’re going to take a closer look at toddler bed rails, safety concerns, and some things to be mindful of before you install them....