While strategies like bouncing, singing, and feeding can come in handy for encouraging sleep, so can using a pacifier. But you might be wondering about the safety of a baby sleeping with a pacifier in their mouth, and whether there are any precautions to consider. We turned to the experts to learn more about how to safely utilize this tool to help your baby sleep, plus the benefits it can provide....

In fact, while sperm aren’t typically in precum, sometimes they are found in the fluid. Plus, sperm can live inside of precum. So, while uncommon, there is a small possibility of getting pregnant from precum fluid. In fact, research shows that about 4 in 100 women will get pregnant from precum. That said, there are other reasons to be cautious about using the withdrawal method to avoid pregnancy. While very few people may conceive with actual precum, up to 1 in 5 will unintentionally get pregnant when using the withdrawal method because of accidents, such as not fully withdrawing the penis from the vagina in time....

Corrugated cardboard Tape or rubber band Liquid tempera paint Construction paper Directions title: “Cardboard Printing” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-28” author: “Lavinia Davis” Square of heavy cardboardScraps of cardboardGlue ScissorsPaint Suggestion: Print on any kind of paper, such as tissue, butcher, newspaper, construction paper, paper towel, and newsprint. Very nice textures can be achieved when using rough paper.

Why the WHO growth chart?The CDC has recently recommended the switch to the WHO’s chart based on the following: Once a child reaches the age of two, the CDC recommends using its own chart. This is because between the ages of 2-5, the methods used by the CDC and WHO are similar, and the WHO growth chart only provides information for children up to the age of 5. The CDC growth chart can be used up until the age of 19....

These 10 LGTBQ+ children’s books will help you and your family celebrate Pride and continue to honor the impact of the LGBTQ+ community wherever you go. Rainbow: A First Book of Pride by Michael Genhart “Rainbow: A First Book of Pride” highlights the beauty of families with two moms, two dads, single parents, or other kinds of caregivers. The book also gives insight into the meaning behind the colorful rainbow stripes....

Nevertheless, ownership of a cell phone does not include a license to be rude. Do not whip out your cell phone in a restaurant, at a party, on the train, or in any situation in which the call inflicts your half of the conversation on those around you. If you are going into a business meeting and are not expecting a genuinely urgent call, turn off the cell phone. The same goes for the theater, a museum, and other places where the ringing of a phone would be unwelcome....

And while there are some kids that seem to be targeted more than others, every child is at risk for bullying. Even confident kids with a large social circle can be targeted. Here is what you need to know about victims of bullying including how to help them stand up for themselves and cope. Why Kids Are Bullied There are a number of reasons why a child might be targeted for bullying—even just being in the wrong place at the wrong time can lead to bullying....

Level: Easy Time involved: Two to three hours Ingredients: 1-pound bag brown melting chocolate (This can be found in blocks or discs in supermarkets or craft stores.) 1-pound bag white melting chocolate 1/2 pound pink melting chocolate 1/4 pound green melting chocolate Equipment: Double boiler (or two pans that fit inside each other) Heart-shaped candy molds Two sandwich bags Scissors

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It’s important to know what to expect from your teen during each year of adolescence. While all teens grow and develop at different rates, it’s important to know what your teen may be experiencing along the path toward adulthood. There will be many choices ​for after-school activities to challenge their mind and body. With new school routines, you’ll have to help your teen develop good meal habits and maintain good sleep habits....

The question is why? The simple fact is that some children are inherently introverted. It’s a characteristic that many people seem uncomfortable with, misconstruing it as a personality flaw by which a person is seen to be anti-social, troubled, or even arrogant. In dealing with their own anxieties, parents will often force an introverted child to interact with others in a way that is neither natural nor comfortable. If the outcome is not great, it only serves to confirm to the parent that something is wrong when, in fact, the only thing that may be askew is the parent’s expectation....

A Coombs-positive diagnosis is usually not serious but does require that your baby receive medical monitoring. Let’s take a closer look to understand what it means to be Coombs positive, what causes the condition, and how it’s treated. What Does a Coombs-Positive Diagnosis Mean? When a baby is Coombs positive, their blood and their mother’s blood are different types and have mixed during pregnancy and/or delivery. It is determined by a Coombs test or direct antibody test (DAT), usually done on blood from the baby’s umbilical cord....

Age group: 18-40 months Duration of activity: 15 minutes Materials: 1 dried ear of corn Tempera paint Shallow pie tin Light-colored construction paper This simple painting activity produces a unique effect. You may also wish to have your toddler try painting and printing with other vegetables, such as potatoes, cauliflower, and green peppers.

Regardless of the challenges you’re experiencing when it comes to your child’s listening skills, it helps to understand a few of the reasons behind their inability to listen. It’s also beneficial to have a few strategies up your sleeve that will help you build better listening skills in your kids. Why Children Don’t Listen Getting a reluctant child to listen can be overwhelming at times for parents. It’s common to view listening behaviors in terms of respect: “If my child won’t listen and pay attention, but rather seems distracted all the time, it is a sign of disrespect....

Luckily, clinical trials of the vaccine show no serious side effects in young children eligible for the vaccine. That said, minimal effects in kids and teens are possible. Rest, simple pain-relieving medications, and a bit of sympathy can typically help children bounce back quickly. And side effects, which typically include arm soreness at the injection site, tiredness, and/or an achy feeling, rarely last more than a day or two. Here, we share the common side effects reported in kids, what you can expect, and how to help your kids through the worst of it....

In a CNN report, officials at Poole Hospital in England said, “These cuddly toys are used as a form of therapy to help comfort and calm preemie babies.” When a cuddly, crocheted octopus was placed inside the incubator with the preemie, “some babies in the NICU experienced better breathing and more regular heartbeats, leading to higher levels of oxygen in their blood.” However, here in the United States, can crocheted octopi really comfort preemie babies?...