Before you decide to pursue full custody, however, you should understand your motives. Do you want full custody to punish your child’s other parent, or do you really think that they are unfit to share custody of your child? Trying to avoid having to interact with your former partner isn’t an appropriate reason to seek full custody. Getting Full Custody Full custody is also referred to as sole custody. In a full custody arrangement, one parent is the custodial parent, while the other parent is generally granted generous visitation rights as determined by the court....

Tween Hair Care Tips Shampoo When Needed: Shampooing is an important part of hair care, but the frequency of shampooing will vary depending on a variety of factors including your child’s hair type, and activity level. If your tween has oily hair they may have to shampoo every day, while tween’s with dry hair might only need to shampoo twice a week. If your child is active in sports, that will also dictate how often your child should shampoo....

More: Having a GREAT Marriage On the other hand, children are also great imitators of less than perfect behavior. If they see the two of you arguing constantly, calling each other names, putting each other down, or being physically abusive, you will probably see them repeating these negative behaviors. They will probably feel insecure, and this insecurity might be reflected in poor grades, bad behavior at school or home, or even depression....

More: I Have a Beautiful Baby. Why Do I Feel So Terrible? I felt guilty that I didn’t enjoy being pregnant, either time, especially since many women struggle to conceive, including beloved friends of mine. In this feature, I consulted with other moms, and a mental health expert, about ways to come to terms with your “I hate being pregnant,” feelings, and accept them as the new normal—sans mommy shaming....

What Is Twin Talk? Rather, the phenomenon is actually attributable to young twins mimicking each other’s attempts at language, often incorrectly. All babies babble incoherent sounds; it’s their way of practicing vocalization and making the connections in their brain that lead to language development. Some twins may give the appearance that they actually understand each other’s babbling, which makes it look like they share a secret language. As they grow up and repeat each other’s vocalizations, it may appear that they are talking in a secret language, while they’re really just mispronouncing sounds and words....

For premature babies, the NICU staff can feed him your pumped milk in a gavage tube or bottle until your baby grows big enough to breastfeed well. For other moms, you can continue to breastfeed while building your milk supply. The following tips will help you to establish a bountiful milk supply as your baby grows. Establishing Your Milk Supply Even if your premature baby is so small that they are only getting a few teaspoons of your pumped milk each day, it’s important to establish a good milk supply in the early days....

Unfortunately, there aren’t many alternatives to a crib or bassinet when it comes to giving your baby a safe sleep environment, but the good news is that you can add a pack ‘n play to the list. When used safely, pack ‘n plays (sometimes called play yards/playards or playpens), are generally a safe option for sleeping babies of many ages, weights, and sizes. Whatever your reason for needing an alternative to a crib, here’s what you should know about using a pack ‘n play for infant sleep....

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If the person with whom she is to ride is “ under the influence,” let her know you’ll come and get her, or pay for a cab, anywhere and anytime. She should also feel free to call you any time she senses trouble. She is to wear a seat belt, regardless of what others are doing. High school parking lots frequently feature some questionable “specimens,” and you don’t want your teen riding in a car in which the brakes are likely to fail, or that may stall on the highway....

But there are also many life lessons your toddler might be able to teach you. You simply have to be open to the idea that your toddler might have an even better way of thinking about certain things than most adults do. Here are 13 lessons you can learn from your little one. Don’t Give Up After Failure Toddlers fail more than they succeed. They often fall down, put their clothes on inside out, and lose their tempers on a daily basis....

Baby girl Lola came into the world quickly and in a dramatic fashion. After getting physically ill for her entire labor and literally breaking her hospital bed, Montée pushed her baby out in just 17 minutes. “My entire labor was only 12 hours, but in 12 hours, we jammed packed it full of things,” laughs Montée. Whether you have a pediatrician in your family or not, Montée’s story is relatable to a lot of parents....

Additionally, the name joins well as a suffix to other names to create a longer one, such as Aislynn, Evelyn, and Brooklyn. It is also very adaptable and goes well with many other names, making it a frequent choice for use as a middle name. How Popular is the Name Lynn? Lynn is a well-known name that is most common as a middle name or joined with another name as the last syllable (think Katelynn)....

Most Common Signs of Miscarriage Knowing the most common signs and symptoms of a miscarriage (detailed below) is helpful. However, remember that experiencing more or more of them does not necessarily mean that you are losing your pregnancy. In fact, while vaginal bleeding is a potential sign of miscarriage, it is also not unusual for it to occur in pregnancies that are successfully carried to term. Still, talk with your doctor if you are having any concerning symptoms in early pregnancy, particularly pain or vaginal bleeding....