To help you navigate the Can I or can’t I? waters of pregnancy, we tapped two experts to weigh in on whether or not it’s safe to get a facial while pregnant. Plus, we’ll share some precautions you should take if you do decide to treat your skin to a little TLC. Getting a Facial During Pregnancy If you’ve noticed changes in your skin while pregnant, know that you’re far from alone....
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When Breasts Start to Sag There isn’t a specific age when you can expect your breasts to begin to sag. A person in their twenties can have droopy breasts, while someone in their forties can still have perky breasts. Because many things contribute to sagging breasts, people experience it at different times. Of course, age does eventually become a factor for everyone. If you escape drooping in your thirties and forties, you will most likely begin to notice the loss of elasticity and fullness in your breasts as you go through the hormonal changes of menopause....
With transracial adoption – adopting a child who is a different race than you – there are special considerations adoptive parents need to keep in mind. Race is Going to Matter In transracial adoption, race matters. In the past, many white parents with adopted African American kids or children of color have taken the “color blind” approach. With good but misguided intentions, these parents tried to raise their kids without even considering their racial identity....
What Is Chickenpox? Chickenpox is a highly contagious infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It is recognizable by the red, irritated blisters that appear on an infected person’s skin. Chickenpox used to be a common illness, particularly in childhood. Thanks to the introduction of the varicella vaccine in the mid-1990s, however, hospitalizations related to the virus have reduced in the United States from 30.9 to 14.5 per 100,000 cases. The most common symptom of chickenpox is a rash on the back, face, and chest that spreads quickly....
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Luckily, most cases of diaper rash are mild and clear up with at-home treatments—but that doesn’t make them any less unpleasant for both you and your uncomfortable baby. They seem to have a way of sneaking up when you least expect them, leaving you concerned and curious about how it could have been prevented. So, what’s the deal with diaper rashes? We’re here to break down what they are, the causes, the treatments, and how to help prevent them from wreaking havoc on your baby’s sensitive hind parts (and your sanity)....
It is also recommended that women who are trying to conceive or who are breastfeeding take prenatal vitamins as an insurance policy against the irregular diet. But what difficulties may occur due to these vitamins? Your Prenatal Vitamin Might Make You Nauseous Some women find that their churning stomachs are due to their vitamins rather than to morning sickness, or that their vitamins make morning sickness worse. You can try changing prenatal vitamin brands....
Whether you take your child to a day care center or a private home, watch the clock religiously. Nothing will ruin your relationship faster than taking advantage of your provider’s timetable. Deliver and pick up your child within the agreed-upon hours. Resist the urge to call and say there’s been an “emergency.” Money matters. Always pay on time. Don’t make partial payments unless you’ve cleared it with your provider in advance....
It is a very uncertain time in many of our lives. Whether you’re pregnant (or trying to get pregnant) and feeling stressed, a new parent learning to care for a newborn amidst the chaos, or a more experienced parent now adjusting to a new schedule at home and just trying to make it through each day—we get it and are right here with you. We know the developing information about coronavirus (COVID-19) can feel overwhelming—especially for parents dealing with the new realities of social distancing while caring for their children....
People studied gave birth between March 22 and May 31, 2020 in New York City, then an epicenter of the pandemic. In 78% of cases, newborns had passive immunity through immunoglobulin G, a type of antibody. “Transfer of maternal antibodies to the fetus during pregnancy is a highly effective way of protecting the newborn against infections in the first six months of life, a crucial period where their immune system is still developing,” says Elie Hobeika, MD, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist at Fertility Centers of Illinois....
Miscarriage Bleeding may also be an indicator of miscarriage. The amount of bleeding and cramping that you experience may vary depending on how far along you are in the pregnancy. Before 5 Weeks Most miscarriages happen before 10 weeks gestation. In a very early miscarriage before five weeks, also called a chemical pregnancy, your cramping will probably be only slightly heavier than in a menstrual period. Some women may not have a difference in the amount of cramping....
