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What Is It? An episiotomy is a minor surgery during childbirth. This cut is made during the second stage of labor right before the baby’s head is delivered. After the baby is born, the doctor uses stitches to repair the incision. How Common It Is Before the eighteenth century, written information on prenatal care focuses on the protection and preservation of the perineum. The first description of an episiotomy dates back to 1742, and it made its way into a medical journal in 1810....

Even if you never expected to bring a baby on a plane soon after they’re born, it’s good to know what healthcare providers recommend in these situations. While medical professionals acknowledge that babies can safely fly right after birth, they recommend waiting a couple of months if possible. There are a few main reasons for this that we’ll dive into. In this article, we’ll hear from experts about when babies can safely travel by plane, as well as what parents should do to prepare for flight and how to make the most of their time on board the plane....

Is Tutoring Available for Kids With Disabilities? There are two main laws that cover special educational services for children with disabilities: Section 504 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Here’s a snapshot of how they differ, and how that relates to tutoring. Section 504 requires that schools provide “reasonable accommodations” so that kids with disabilities can learn alongside their peers. The law defines disabilities broadly—everything from peanut allergies to learning disabilites—but is designed for children who are able to participate and succeed in a typical school curriculum with just a few adaptations....

Average Age of Puberty Puberty normally occurs in a series of five stages (Tanner stages) that typically begin between the ages of 8 and 13 for girls and 9 and 14 for boys. For girls, the average age for puberty to start is 10 1/2 years, For boys, it begins at an average age of 11 1/2 to 12 years. Puberty is considered early (precocious) if it occurs before the expected timing....

More: The 8 Best Convertible Cribs in 2020 Many parents aren’t sure when that magic time is and even how to do it. We’re going to take a closer look at various cribs settings, some signs that are sure red flags that it’s time to lower the baby crib for your little one, as well as some tips to get it done the right way. Different Crib Settings All cribs are different, but there are standard settings that you should be aware of that will help keep your baby’s crib safe....

In the Centers for Disease Control’s National Survey of Family Growth, 11 percent of women and 9 percent of men reported struggling to conceive. This same survey found that just 38 percent of currently childless women with suspected fertility problems sought out or received any fertility care. Within this group of women, most only received fertility testing and advice­­—but not treatment. When it comes to IVF treatment in the United States, it is estimated that only one in four couples in need of this assisted reproductive technology receive it....

Depending on the situation and circumstances, some parents react to their child’s setback by comforting their child. Others may focus on what the child did wrong or worry that their child is not doing well. And in some cases, parents might become angry with their child, or angry with whoever they blame for the setback—a referee, a coach, a teacher, or a judge. No matter your response, it impacts your kids....

Visit Just Multiples to shop for coordinated outfits for babies and toddlers and novelty shirts (Copy Cats, Got Twins?, 1 of 2/2 of 2, etc.). It’s one of the biggest online sites for twin clothing and products that you’ll find. One of the convenient options about their clothing offerings is that you can order twin-themed designs in various sizes and styles, such as baby tees and onesies with long or short sleeves....

As 21st-century humans in an increasingly advanced society, we’ve grown accustomed to not only picking and choosing exactly what we want but also being able to obtain it pretty much on demand. Thanks to technology, we have an amount of control over our everyday lives that we never used to have before. So, shouldn’t that control apply to having babies, too? For people used to making carefully curated choices about how to live their daily lives, it can feel downright frightening to turn all that control over to something as out of our hands as nature....

Motion sickness happens when the brain receives conflicting messages about body movement and the environment you are in. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to avoid the sensory incongruity that leads to nausea and vomiting. There are also ways treat the symptoms themselves when you can’t prevent them from happening. Here, we share insights from a pediatrician and advice from experienced parents for helping a child cope with motion sickness....

Assessing How You Talk to Your Child It’s often difficult for us to view our own actions objectively. As you consider the question of how you would describe the way that you interact with your child daily, imagine yourself recording your interactions and playing back the digital images and sound. Would your voice sound patient and loving? Would you seem engaged and interested in what your child was saying? Or would you see yourself phubbing (phone snubbing) your child—texting friends, checking messages on your cell—instead of fully paying attention to your child?...

When it comes to those in need of IVF, people generally fit into one of two categories: Those for whom IVF is their only option for a biological child Those who have not had success with lower tech treatments Will you need IVF? And what if you don’t want to do IVF? When Is IVF the First Step? There are some situations where IVF is your only option to have a biological child....

If you are diagnosed with a medical problem, you will probably still be allowed to exercise, but you might have some limitations or precautions. If you have any questions, make sure you ask your doctor specifically about the type of activity you are interested in, how often you will be doing it, at what level of competition, and for how long each exercise session will last. Some doctors are more knowledgeable than others with regard to exercise activity and risk factors; you might want to see a primary care sports medicine specialist (one who is a family practitioner, internist, or pediatrician)....

Skills Being Practiced Word recognition Concentration Word-definition matching What You Need Set of vocabulary words Markers Index cards How to Play Have your child write his vocabulary words on a set of index cards, marking the back of the card with an X. 2. Ask him to define each word, assisting him if he has trouble. Write the definitions on another set of index cards, marking the back of those cards with an O....