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Although estimates vary, one study found that around 25% of women experienced prenatal depression. However, it also isn’t uncommon for women to experience some depressive symptoms even though they may not be severe enough for a diagnosis of depression. Experiencing depressive symptoms during pregnancy can increase the risk of developing postpartum depression. Experts recommend that all women should be screened for depression both during and after pregnancy. Symptoms Many of the signs of depression mimic pregnancy symptoms....

Every witch needs a broom! Help your child make one of her own. Materials needed:· Paper towel tubes (3)· 2 paper lunch bags· Yarn (Yellow and brown)· Scissors· Glue· Stapler· Masking tape· Paint · Paintbrush· Markers· Construction paper (one sheet) What to do: Step One: Cut two strips of construction paper about 2 inches wide and 6 inches long. Step Two: Paint the paper towel tubes. Be creative – think about what type of witch would ride this broom....

Maps help kids understand the concept of location. These activities will help your child practice making and reading maps. Directions

Your dog’s health, of course, is the most important factor. Unless your dog is in severe, acute pain, you’ll have some time to decide. Talk to your veterinarian about your dog’s condition, treatment options, and chance for recovery. Cost may also be a factor, and you shouldn’t feel guilty or embarrassed if you simply cannot afford the recommended treatment. Unfortunately, medical care can be extremely expensive, for dogs as well as for people, and most of us have financial limits....

Effort: Fairly easy - no sewing required Materials: Wire (about 2 yards) Coat and tie Leaves Umbrella Hairspray Glue or tape Instructions: Have your child wear a suit and put wire in the tie, as if it were blowing over his shoulder. (Also insert wire in his coat and do the same as the tie.) Tape or glue leaves to your outfit. Hairspray his hair back for a wind-blown look....

Materials Precut wood shape Clear acrylic spray Paintbrush Spring-style clothespin Acrylic paints Magnetic strip Permanent black marker Glue gun Directions

Are They Kids or Teens? Do you remember what is was like to leave your elementary school behind? Some kids are psyched; some are scared. By being aware of the changes at school and the changes within your child, you can help make this transition to his new school go smoothly. You may have noticed that as your kids reach adolescence, they seem more like adults every day. Don’t be fooled!...

Cooking time: 1 hour Serves: 4 Ingredients: 4 cups turkey breast, shredded 5 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon shallot, minced 1 lemon, zested 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, chopped 2 leeks, thinly sliced 2 carrots, diced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/3 cup flour 4 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup heavy cream 3/4 cup frozen peas 1 sheet of puff pastry 1 egg...

This colorful project is a great way to wile away a rainy afternoon. Materials needed:

“Nobody showed up!” That’s how Karen L. of Silicon Valley now laughingly recalls her attempts to get pregnant. She married in her late 30s; husband Bill was a few years younger. After years of trying, there was no baby in sight. “When I was 44, we decided to pursue adoption,” she says. Three years later the couple was “chosen” in an open adoption process to become the parents of Jamie, now 3....

Whether you’re on the fence and searching for advice on why families choose to have multiple children, or are currently pregnant and searching for reassurance, these stories will share the many aspects—the challenges and the advantages—of being pregnant with a toddler at home. Keep reading to see why these families decided to have another child when they did, and how they explained to their two-year-old that another baby was on the way....