For most of us, those late nights (and late mornings!) become a thing of the past once kids enter the picture, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still find fun and meaningful ways to usher in the new year. Celebrating New Year’s as a family can have all the trappings of what many of us value about this holiday. It can be a time to reflect, take stock of our lives—and of course, let loose and celebrate....

You might be wondering why this is happening, and if there is any way that a nosebleed could harm you or your baby. Nosebleeds aren’t fun, but you can rest assured that they are quite common. In fact, many people notice an uptick in nosebleeds during their pregnancy. This increase is due to hormonal changes and increased blood volume. Thankfully, nosebleeds during pregnancy are rarely serious. They are more of a nuisance—and a mess—than anything else....

Many people start blaming their spouse at this point. “If only he or she cooked me dinner every night,” “If only he or she really cared about my feelings,” “If only he or she kept the house clean for me when I came home after a long day at work.” This can easily turn into “None of this is my fault; it is all my spouse’s fault.” Now you have made your spouse your enemy....

Pros & Cons Octave is one of those online therapy companies that is helping make mental health care more accessible for the whole family by offering individual, couples, family, and group therapy virtually. Since I was reviewing this company for Verywell Family, I decided to try the company’s couples therapy services. In addition, we tested (separately) the company’s individual therapy sessions and we surveyed 105 users who had or are currently using Octave right now....

5 to 10 minutes Materials Small baby blanket Directions Extensions When your baby can roll on her own, tempt repetitions with a favorite toy or by smiling and talking. As your baby rolls over, gently roll her back so the movement is repeated, making it a game and talking about what you are doing as you go back and forth.

Don’t confuse GnRH antagonists with GnRH agonists (like Lupron.) GnRH agonists cause a surge in reproductive hormones for a few days and then shut down those hormones. When used during IVF treatment, they need to be started at least a couple of weeks before the IVF treatment cycle begins. GnRH antagonists do not create this initial surge in hormones. They are started after the IVF cycle has begun and may be taken only once or daily for a few days....

“These parents think they should be nominated for ‘Parents of the Year,’” says family therapist Carleton Kendrick. “They regard themselves as enlightened crusaders for their teens. They walk the walk and talk the talk.They’re so desperate to be considered cool by their kids that they believe the law doesn’t apply to them.They think they’re wiser and better than the parents who won’t provide alcohol.” “Some parents seek the approval of their teens and want to be looked up to,” says Richard Yoast, director of the American Medical Association’s Office of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse....

In a press release, Pfizer and BioNTech revealed that the antibody response and side effects in this age group were similar to ones seen in older people. The trial included more than 2,000 children, who were each given two smaller doses of the vaccine than those given to people 12 and older. The companies said that it produced antibody responses and side effects in children that were comparable to those seen in a study of people 16 to 25 who received the full dose of the vaccine....

Roughly 20% of American children today have a weight that classifies them as obese. Childhood obesity can lead to high blood pressure and high cholesterol, both of which increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Most children weighing in the obese range will stay that way as adults, where they face an increased risk of various health problems, including cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. According to the study, childhood obesity is both reversible and preventable by following certain dietary habits....

Age: Preschool and upTime: 5 minutes or your life timeType of Activity: Backyard science Materials needed: One tree (oak, maple, or any other type of tree or bush) Shovel Bucket of water Measuring tape Journal Pen or pencil Camera (optional) Pick out a tree. Very young trees are usually sold bare-root. Bare-root means that they will look like sticks with a bit of root at one end. They can only be planted when they are dormant....

Proponents claim that this discipline method can help strengthen bonds and increase trust between parents and children. When you respond to provocation with these five tried-and-true examples of positive discipline instead of anger, you also teach a child that it is possible to respond to frustrating moments without conflict. 1. Redirection Little ones have a short attention span, so it’s not too difficult to redirect them to another activity when they’re acting out....

Know Your Child’s Friends and People Who Are Close If your child has been invited to a playdate at a friend’s house, be sure to ask the parents of your child’s friend some very important key questions such as whether they keep guns in the house and who will be there to supervise the children. Get to know who all your child’s friends are and who she socialized with at school....

Before your baby can leave the hospital, healthcare providers will perform a car seat test to determine if your baby can safely ride in a car seat. For babies that cannot safely ride in a car seat, they may need to stay in the hospital a little longer. Or, doctors may recommend they travel in a special car bed. You can help keep your preemie safe in the car by knowing how to safely use a car bed or choosing the right car seat and positioning your baby in it correctly....

Just as when you are not pregnant, the most enjoyable and comfortable sex positions will be different for everyone. But during pregnancy, you may not want to lie on your back, or have your partner on top. Some pregnant people also prefer to avoid deep penetration. As you experiment with what works best for you, try these pregnancy sex positions that take the pressure off the back and belly. If you’re nervous about trying all new positions, focus on trying one at a time until you find one that works....

But expectant families may be able to breathe a sigh of relief after hearing about recent research from the University of California San Francisco, which has found that most infants born to moms with COVID-19 are healthy and well by the time they’re 6 to 8 weeks old. While research is ongoing, these early findings offer an optimistic outlook for families affected by the coronavirus. Health of Infants From Parents With COVID-19 The journal Clinical Infectious Diseases recently published the first report from the U....

Your younger child is no longer enjoying pretending to be the baby and bursts out in tears. You come to the rescue, and suddenly your 4-year-old starts crying too. Later that night, they wake up hysterical about monsters hiding under the bed and insist on sleeping in your room. Most of the time, preschoolers tend to be sweet, imaginative, and cooperative. But they are still learning to get along with others, and they may struggle with emotional regulation....

As a parent, you can only begin to imagine the heartbreak over these tragedies. The majority of deaths were completely unintentional, with the child unknowingly left in the car or the child getting into the car on their own. Situations in which kids get hurt in hot cars include: Infants and toddlers are simply forgotten in their car seat Infants and toddlers are intentionally left in a hot car Kids get trapped in the trunk Toddlers or preschoolers sneak into the car to play and can’t get out...