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Knowledge is power here. Understanding what postpartum depression is—what it really feels like to experience it—is the first step toward recognizing that you have a problem.It’s also valuable to understand how postpartum depression is diagnosed and what happens when you make that first brave step toward feeling better. Signs and Symptoms Postpartum depression is a perinatal mood disorder experienced by mothers in the first 12 months after having a baby and is usually diagnosed after you have experienced symptoms for two weeks or more....

Pregnancy is beautiful—you’re growing a life inside of you and have all these new, sexy curves. As for clothing, you don’t need to don floral muumuu’s as your belly expands. Pregnancy fashion does indeed exist. You can still look fabulous, and rock that belly bump in trendy attire. Celebrity stylist and mother-of-two Jeni Elizabeth Bianco, shares some fall fashion advice for pregnant women. Her clients include Tamera Mowry, Marissa Winokur, Jenni “JWoww” Farley, and Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi—to name just a few!...

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How can you say a child has a learning disability when he just may be a late bloomer? Read the answer… How can you tell after only two months in kindergarten that a child has a learning disability? Read the answer… How can I make sure my son is properly diagnosed by the school specialist for a learning disability? Read the answer… My friend’s kindergartner doesn’t recognize letters. Yet her tests haven’t indicated a learning disability....

In the short term, stress can be a good thing for your teen. It can motivate them to practice their sport in preparation for tryouts or inspire them to join a study group to prepare for a challenging class. But stress can also have a negative impact, especially if it is ongoing or not dealt with in a healthy way. Aside from the fact that their body is constantly “on,” stress that is left unaddressed can cause a number of physical and mental health issues....

More: 10 Fascinating Baby Name Traditions From Around The World Gender-Neutral Names Parents are beginning to realize that giving their kids gender-neutral names isn’t just a passing phase. Often they’re names once considered masculine that parents are now giving their girls, but it does happen in the other direction too. Gender-neutral names like Justice, Briar and Finley are all growing in popularity for kids. Old-Timey Vintage Names This trend seems to favor boy names....

Chemical reactions occur inside our bodies all the time. If your child has trouble remembering to brush his teeth, this activity is a great way to show him how cavities form. Materials Egg Small container Vinegar Chicken bone Directions

While sunlight is an important way that we get vitamin D to keep our bodies healthy, getting too much sun can have health consequences—some of which are serious. Here’s what you should know about the risks of sun exposure or tanning while you are pregnant. You’ll need to balance these risks with your body’s need for vitamin (and that’s true even for people who are not pregnant). Risks of Sunbathing While Pregnant The risks of regular sunbathing (like sunburn and skin cancer) also exist when you are pregnant....

1. Name Your Goal Need bookshelves in the library? More gym equipment? A brand-spanking new playground? Clarify your intention from the get go. How much money do you need? Will the school pitch in or will you be raising the money solo? Now is the time to set budgets and estimates for your goals. For example, if you are building a new playground, get quotes and estimates on everything you’ll need....

And of course, many teens wait until the last minute. But gathering poster board, craft supplies, or equipment the night before the science fair isn’t likely to turn out well. Start talking to your child early about narrowing down the types of science fair projects that interest them the most. If you can get them excited about it, they’ll only invest more time and energy into creating an impressive project....

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How do you remain high vibe and filled with energy when your work and life schedule is hectic? That is the question I get asked all the time as a busy ER Doctor and entrepreneur. My answer is always to do something for yourself every day and to be protective of your time and energy. I come across women every day who struggle with finding the work/life balance that they crave and because many are chasing perfect, they give up on their efforts before they see any lasting results....

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But since retiring from gymnastics in 2012, she’s focused on her personal life, putting “wife” and “mom” before “Olympian.” She married professional athlete, Andrew East, in 2016, and then they had two children. Her daughter, Drew Hazel East, was born on October 29, 2019. She loved her new role as mom, so East and her husband jumped back into trying for a second. “We expected to try for a baby and it to take a while, not [happen on] the first try,” she says....

From mid-September to early December, the country documented 6,601 cases of scarlet fever, which is a substantial increase from 2,538 cases in the same time period during the last regional surge from 2017 to 2018. Scarlet fever can sometimes progress into a more serious illness called invasive group A strep (iGAS). In the U.K., cases of iGAS have been high this season as well and have resulted in 60 deaths, 13 of which were children under 18....

What Is Precipitous Labor? Precipitous labor, also called rapid labor, is defined as giving birth after less than three hours of regular contractions. Sometimes it’s also called precipitous labor if labor lasts anywhere under five hours. Although rapid labor might seem like a good thing, it can also carry risks and drawbacks. For instance, precipitous labor is often associated with higher preterm birth rates. About 7% of people who have had quick labors delivered preterm babies....