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Stuffed animals or dolls Christmas ribbon, bows, or fabric Directions

These developments are also paired with shifts in hormones and mood swings that make many teens worry more about their appearance. For teens that constantly worry about what they look like and what their peers think of them, sudden physical changes can be a source of stress and anxiety. Among these bodily changes and development, stretch marks are something that can cause your teenager lots of pain (both emotionally and physically)!...

In my 30 years of experience in juvenile services with the state of Illinois and in the private youth services field, I have witnessed countless youths who have thrown their lives away to crime and violence. On the other hand, I have also been involved in the sort of programs that are effective in drawing kids from a life of crime, and I have identified the warning signs that can help us take notice of at-risk children....

Beanbag Directions

Tape or string Beanbags (at least one per player) Laundry basket or cardboard box (optional) Directions

Whether you’re searching for early Christmas presents or birthday gifts for toddlers, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two of the best times of the year to buy. But, with deep discounts on everything from clothes to toys to tech, it can be challenging to narrow down the best items. That’s why we’ve scoured the Home Depot Black Friday ads from last year for low prices on trending toddler must-haves....

Bodily Kinesthetic Intelligence Bodily kinesthetic learners prefer bodily information over other forms. Movement serves as an aid to their memory and they remember movement from others as well as their own. People with bodily kinesthetic intelligence may seek out touching and manipulating objects when learning about them. They enjoy creating work with their hands, may have a lot of energy and need to move, and may be talented athletes. Kinesthetic learning styled people enjoy school activities such as drawing, modeling, sculpting, drafting, shop, athletics, dance, and hands-on sciences....

Before you move your child to a booster seat, make sure they meet three important criteria. To sit safely in a booster seat, a child should be: At least 5 years oldAt least 40 poundsAble to sit in the booster without slouching, leaning over, or playing with the seat belt There are many convertible seats and combination seats that allow you to use harness straps up until your child is 40 pounds or more (many can be used until kids are up to 65 pounds or 49 inches tall)....

Most baby bottles are made of plastic or glass. Plastic bottles are lightweight and dishwasher-safe. If you’re concerned about bisphenol A (BPA) in your baby bottles, note that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) completely banned BPA from all baby bottles and sippy cups in 2012, so new bottles should not contain the controversial chemical. Still, be sure not to use plastic bottles marked with a 7 or “PC....

Overview Breast hypoplasia is something that you’re born with, and as you grow the breast tissue does not fully develop. You might not even know your breasts are underdeveloped until you become pregnant and have a child. During pregnancy, hypoplastic breasts may not change very much. Then, after the birth of your baby, they may not fill with breast milk. Is Breastfeeding an Option? Yes, it is still possible to breastfeed even if you have hypoplastic breasts....

The success rate for ECVs is often over 50 percent. Complications, such as bleeding behind the placenta and premature rupture of the membranes, are rare. If an ECV is unsuccessful and you want to try for a vaginal birth, you will be advised to deliver in a hospital so help can be provided quickly if needed. In some cases, the position of a breech baby is likely to make vaginal delivery difficult and a cesarean will be advised....

A fact family is made up of three numbers. As in any family, the members (number) are related. At least four math facts that can be made with them. For example, consider 6, 4, and 10. These members of a fact family are related because the first two numbers can be added to get the third. Starting with 1, ask your child what they need to add to make 10....

The complaints that tend to appear in women soon after giving birth are many and varied, and include the following: Allergies. Asthma. Back, pelvic, or neck pain. Chronic bladder infections. Chronic fatigue. Depression, anxiety, and/or irritability. Digestive disturbances. Dizziness/vertigo. Hair loss or weak, brittle nails. Insomnia. Irritable bowel syndrome. Joint pain. Loss of sex drive. Lowered immunity (manifested by “catching every cold or flu that comes around”). Muscle weakness. Pounding headaches....

“As hair dye is applied to the hair and not the scalp, if used appropriately, very little, if any, would enter the bloodstream of the lactating person,” says Amy Goh, MSN, Certified Nurse-Midwife. “Therefore, it’s unlikely that hair dye would have any effect on the breastfeeding baby." With a newborn baby, it can be hard for parents to take time for themselves. It can also be a challenge to remember who you were before becoming a parent....

If you are a breastfeeding parent seeking to use emergency contraception, you might be unsure of what type is safe to take while nursing your little one. Plan B, one of the most popular and widely available emergency contraception options, might have been suggested to you as a possible option. Still, you may be unsure if Plan B is safe for your baby or if it will have a harmful effect on your breast milk or milk supply....

This may occur if ejaculation happens outside the vagina, or if semen gets on someone’s fingers and then they place them near or inside the vagina. Pregnancy may also occur without ejaculation if the erect penis comes into contact with the vaginal area. A small amount of semen—just a drop or two—is excreted at the start of an erection. This occurs before actual ejaculation and is sometimes called pre-ejaculate....

Effort: Quick and easy — no sewing required Materials: Glue gun Wreath (about the size of your child’s head) Plastic fruit (for the headpiece) Top and skirt that are the same color Maracas (look for these at a dollar store) Red high heels, red lipstick Instructions: Hot glue the plastic fruit onto the wreath (be sure to leave some grapes hanging). Attach some twine to the headpiece, so that you can tie it under your child’s chin, once she is dressed and made up....

“That’s a temple, where Jewish people go to pray,” the father explained. “People who are Christian go to church.” The boy thought for a minute, then said, “And people who are both don’t go anywhere at all.” It’s comments like these that give parents of young children pause, especially at this time of year. With the number of interfaith marriages at an all-time high, many families are searching for ways to hold on to cherished holiday traditions without confusing their children....