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When your kids are small, they are still learning the true definitions of words. Consequently, they may try out different words to gauge your response and determine whether they have used them correctly. As they get older, they may even choose to use certain words—particularly swear words—to get a reaction from you, or to fit in socially with their peers. As parents, the key is not only teaching kids that words have power and meaning, but that certain words may not be appropriate to use, especially in certain social situations....

Let’s take a look at why teaching about consent is important, and the best way to go about it—from the preschool years through the teen years. Why Is It Important to Teach Kids About Consent? Probably the most urgent reason to teach your children about consent is to protect them from sexual abuse. No one wants to think about sexual abuse of children, but the statistics are sobering. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that one out of every four girls and one out of every 13 boys will be a victim of sexual abuse during childhood....

Just talking about the holidays in general can be fraught with emotion. While it may be tempting to put off telling them until the last minute, you should talk to your family sooner rather than later. If you aren’t sure where to begin, try these suggestions to help you get the conversation started. Give Yourself Permission to Stay Home One of the most important aspects about communicating your plans to stay home is first being secure in your decision....

Recent Male Fertility Research Herbal-Based Compounds Stinging nettle (urtica dioica) is a plant that has long been used for medicinal purposes thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties and the array of beneficial nutrients and antioxidants that it contains. A new study from July 2022 reports that this plant also has the ability to block the movement of sperm. More specifically, the research notes that “in mouse mating studies, stinging nettle leaf extract reduced male fertility by 53% compared to vehicle-treated male mice....

A chilly nursery can make your baby fussy and bring their body temperature too low. Meanwhile, an overheated bedroom may increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), especially if your baby is sleeping in warm clothes or over bundled. Ideally, your baby’s room should be between 68 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Why Baby Room Temperature Is Important Regulating the temperature of your baby’s room is an important step in the prevention of SIDS and ensuring that your baby sleeps safely....

I can’t imagine that there’s a single adult who can’t think back to some of the games they played as kids. There’s “I spy,” a great one for the car that often adults get bored of before the kids do. “I spy with my little eye, something starting with the letter `L’,” or “I spy with my little eye, something that is pink.” The kids will guess forever and revel in their opportunity to “spy” something and have you figure out what it is....

Note: If allergies run in your family, you must delay the introduction of certain foods to baby. Read Food Allergy and Intolerance, for more information before you begin feeding baby solid foods. Age: 4-6 Months Breast milk: Feed on demand, usually about 4-7 times daily, or Iron-fortified infant formula: 24-40 ounces daily, or more as needed Iron-fortified infant cereal: Mix 2-3 teaspoons rice cereal (to begin with) or barley cereal with formula, water, or breast milk to create a semisolid consistency....

The most common cause of pregnancy loss is chromosomal abnormalities, an issue over which parents have no control. The following list does not cover every possible infection that can occur during pregnancy, but it touches on some of the most common that pregnant people may have concerns about. BV is not a sexually transmitted infection (STI), but as it is a vaginal infection, many women will notice its characteristic “fishy” odor, particularly after intercourse....

With the LATCH system present in most cars, parents often assume they can install a car seat in the center using the lower anchors of the LATCH system—but this isn’t always the case. While there will always be a tether anchor for the center seat in the LATCH system, there may not be lower anchors for the center seat. Here’s how to find out if the LATCH system will work in your car—and what to do if it won’t....

What is educational intervention? Many children with AD/HD experience the greatest difficulty in school, where demands for attention and impulse and motor control are virtual requirements for success. Although AD/HD does not interfere with the ability to learn, it does wreak havoc on performance. Thus, in the school arena, AD/HD is an educational performance problem. When little or nothing is done to help these children improve their performance, over time they will evidence academic achievement problems....

When an Intrauterine Pressure Catheter Is Used The IUPC is used when labor is progressing slowly or is stalling to assess that the contractions are strong enough but not too strong by looking at the intrauterine pressure (IUP). Once it is used, it is typically left in place for the duration of your labor and is attached to your leg to secure it. Your water must be broken to use the intrauterine pressure catheter....

Getting your child to start thinking about retirement before he’s even out of school can produce several benefits. He’ll start to appreciate the need to think about the subject, something that many grown-ups put off until retirement is already upon them. He’ll be able to learn about different ways to save for retirement, using tax-advantaged savings vehicles and other methods to build up a retirement fund. He’ll start to learn about tax-favored ways to save for retirement....

While in some cases, bleeding during pregnancy is a red flag that something is amiss, implantation bleeding is one of the earliest signs that you’re pregnant. Since implantation bleeding can be confusing or missed, especially for women not actively trying to become pregnant, we have broken down the ins and outs of this early sign. We will break down all you need to know about implantation bleeding, a few other early pregnancy symptoms that are likely to accompany it, and when bleeding merits a phone call to the doctor....

If you are breastfeeding your baby, you probably have some specific questions about how to keep your little one healthy right now. Because breastfeeding by its very nature requires close contact, you might be unsure of the safest ways to continue breastfeeding if you’ve been exposed to COVID-19 or if you’ve recently tested positive. Thankfully, all experts are in agreement that in most circumstances, breastfeeding should continue, even if the breastfeeding parent has or has been exposed to COVID-19....

The name Jack is a derivative of John, which originated in medieval England. The name went from John to Johnkin to Jankin to Jackin to, you guessed it, Jack. There is also a theory that Jack is Celtic in origin, meaning “healthy, strong, and full of vital energy.” Interestingly, the name was so common in the Middle Ages that Jack became a generic term for a man. Think about the phrase “jack of all trades”—a person who can do many different types of work....

One defining characteristic of the condition is that its symptoms resemble many of the symptoms of Kawasaki disease. “This syndrome has features which overlap with Kawasaki disease and toxic shock syndrome,” explains a May 2020 memo from the New York State Department of Health. “Inflammatory markers may be elevated, and fever and abdominal symptoms may be prominent.” Although the cause is still unknown, Kawasaki disease is characterized by abnormal immune system activation....

Inspect It Septic tanks should be inspected on a regular basis. Every two years is the minimum,with an annual inspection being ideal. You’ll want to hire a licensed septic-field inspector for this. The tank may not need to be pumped out this often, but this schedule will also help diagnose other problems, such as worn or damaged baffles, clogged pipes, or damage to the drain field. Sludge and scum levels are measured during inspections, but this is also something you can do yourself....

French Toast Casserole Photo source: Flickr Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread, cubed 8 large eggs 2 cups milk 2 cups half-and-half 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup butter, softened 3 tablespoon maple syrup 1-1/3 cups chopped walnuts Directions: Spray a large baking dish with cooking spray and add French bread cubes. Combine eggs, milk, half-and-half, vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon....