Although the feminine variation of the name is Adriana or Adrienne, the name Adrian is often still used as a girl name. How Popular is the Name Adrian? The name Adrian ranked number 430 on the Social Security Administration’s list of top baby names in 1900. The name started to increase in popularity in the 1960s. By 1985, it had broken the top 100. The name Adrian peaked at number 56 a few times, the first in 2010....
Your time only Who says your child has to wait until Mother’s or Father’s Day to create a special gift for you? Make this the day that you receive a special present from your child-the make-believe animal! Ask your child to role-play an animal. Your child might choose to take on the character of a family pet, a farm animal, or a wild creature. Then ask your child what that animal might choose to give humans as a gift and why....
New research published by the American Society for Microbiology has shown that antibiotic exposure in infancy could lead to an irreversible altered genetic makeup of the microbiota in babies. The alteration that occurs then impacts the immune system, thus increasing the risk of developing childhood food allergies. What the Study Showed The study exposed baby mice to the antibiotic ampicillin via maternal breast milk. Researchers then monitored the gut microbiota (microscopic organisms in the gut) of the mice as they aged....
To resolve abnormal uterine bleedingTo sample an abnormally thick lining as can happen in women with PCOS, endometrial hyperplasia, or endometrial cancerTo remove tissue not totally expelled after a missed miscarriage, incomplete miscarriage, or deliveryTo terminate a pregnancy or remove tissue not totally expelled after a missed miscarriage, incomplete miscarriage, or delivery Following a D&C, uterine tissues can sometimes stick together abnormally and form adhesions. Fibrosis, the thickening, and scarring of connective tissue are also involved....
Pack your child’s backpack with preliminary school supplies.Make sure your child has completed all summer assignments, and that they are packed in her bag.Put your child to bed early. Anxiety and stress are aggravated by fatigue, so make sure that she gets adequate sleep. The First Day of School Wake your child early, to allow plenty of time to get ready for the day. Prepare a hearty breakfast. Pack a and include a lunchbox love note....
Your own numbers away from home—work, cell phone, and pager. A friend or relative to contact if you aren’t available. Your dog’s regular veterinarian. An alternate veterinarian who can board your dog if necessary—25 to 50 miles away. The local boarding kennel. A boarding kennel 25 to 50 miles away. The local animal shelter and animal control. The local health department. The local Red Cross chapter. We have room here for only the basics, so consider purchasing a good veterinary first-aid book to keep on hand....
Why Biophysical Profile Testing Is Done This test can be done in the later stages of pregnancy. It is more frequently used in cases where the mother is going past her assigned due date to ensure fetal well-being. In some cases it is done as a precaution after problems in a previous pregnancy or because of high-risk factors such as previous pregnancy loss in the second half of pregnancy, high blood pressure, diabetes, intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR), Your doctor may also suggest a BPP if you have lupus, kidney disease, or hyperthyroidism....
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Breastfeeding benefits parents and children in a variety of ways, and many of these benefits continue long after breastfeeding has ended. For these reasons, exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for at least the first six months of life by the American Academy of Pediatrics. However, infant formula is an alternative if breastfeeding is not possible or preferred by the baby’s parents. Remember that what’s most important is that your baby is fed and cared for....
Some breath-holding spells are considered cyanotic—cyanosis is when the skin turns a blue or purple color due to low oxygen saturation. This is the most common type. Children can also have what are called “pallid” breath-holding spells. This is when something painful happens, and they quickly turn pale and pass out without crying very much. Breath-holding spells usually begin when a child is between 6 and 18 months old. The good news is that a child tends to outgrow these breath-holding spells when he or she is about 4 to 8 years old....
Dangers for Children Each year, over 35,000 children receive hospital emergency room treatment for injuries associated with bunk beds. Most of these injuries are fairly minor and occur when children fall from the beds. Kids playing on their bunk beds often contribute to these accidents. There are other less obvious, yet potentially very serious hazards associated with bunk bed structures that have entrapped children and resulted in suffocation or strangulation deaths....
In the United States, allergic rhinitis impacts as many as 60 million people a year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). One common remedy for these symptoms is taking an antihistamine like Benadryl. Additionally, Benadryl (along with epinephrine) is often used to treat more significant allergic reactions to foods, bee stings, and other allergens. Unfortunately, though, Benadryl is usually not the best choice of allergy medication if you are breastfeeding—except in emergency situations....
