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These newborn procedures also include erythromycin eye drops, a vitamin K injection, and a hepatitis B vaccine. Although you can decline the hepatitis B vaccine, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advises that the vaccine be given in the first 24 hours after birth. More than 1 million people in the United States are living with a lifelong hepatitis B infection, and a baby who gets infected with hepatitis B during the first five years of life has a 15% to 25% chance of premature death from liver disease....

Reassess and PrioritizeHoliday stress sets in when you try to do it all. “Stress is an emotional reaction to circumstances that you feel are out of control,” says Vernon. “To cope, take some time out, rethink what’s stressing you out, and look for alternatives.” Vernon also advises changing your demands to preferences: Tell yourself, “If I have time, I’ll do this and that. If not, I’ll only do that.” 2....

Colorful Creative Salt Materials 1/2 cup salt 5-6 drops food coloring Microwave and microwave-safe container or wax paper Directions Pasta Dye Materials 1/2 cup rubbing alcohol Food coloring Dry pasta Newspaper Wax paper Directions Egg Dye Materials Small bowls or cups 1/4 teaspoon food coloring per container 3/4 cup hot water per container 1 tablespoon white vinegar per container Directions Ornamental Frosting Materials 3 egg whites 1 teaspoon cream of tartar Bowl Eggbeater 1 pound powdered sugar (about 4 cups), sifted Damp cloth...

Brown paper bags, butcher paper, or large sheets of paper Rubber stamps Ink pads Directions

Toddler Collaborative Play and Playing With Other Children Up until this point, toddlers engage in parallel play: when children play near each other, not with each other. The characteristics of collaborative play aren’t just niceties that show a child is beginning to realize they aren’t the only person in the world. This type of play teaches important social skills that help children grow during everyday play. In the collaborative play, children solve a problem by working together to reach a common goal....

There are two types of drugs used for this purpose: GnRH agonists and GnRH antagonists. An agonist is a type of drug that stimulates a response; an antagonist is a type that blocks a response. While the mechanisms of action for the two drugs differ, they both work by suppressing the body’s production of various hormones that trigger egg development and ovulation. In this way, they down-regulate the physiological function of the ovaries....

In order to help kids succeed, it is important for parents to watch for signs that their child is struggling with learning and behavior. Interventions that account for both learning and behavior challenges can help improve academic achievement and outcomes. How Learning Disabilities Affect Behavior Learning disabilities can have an impact on a child’s behavior. That can create a complex problem in which a child’s learning disability and behavior problems make learning difficult....

This pressure can be particularly stressful for students with learning disabilities, who may already feel overwhelmed by schoolwork demands. Stress reduction is another great benefit of planning. Breaking assignments into subtasks with timelines helps students feel less stressed because they are creating a manageable schedule for each task. Why Planners Can Help Students Learn Valuable Skills Any student, including those with learning or other disabilities, can experience difficulty with time management and organizational skills....

Speech therapy also addresses the mechanics of producing words, such as articulation, pitch, fluency, and volume. Some children only need help with language, while others have the most problems with the mechanics of speech. Some kids need help with multiple facets of speech, language, and swallowing. Adults may need speech therapy after a stroke or traumatic accident, stroke, brain injury, or surgery that changes their ability to use language or their ability to swallow....

It seems like an oxymoron—two angry, divorced people ending up friends. Yet it is possible, according to Bill Ferguson, an attorney-turned-divorce consultant and author of Heal the Hurt That Runs Your Life (1996) and Miracles Are Guaranteed (1992). The key, says Ferguson, is to end the cycle of conflict and restore the feeling of love. By love, this does not necessarily mean “the husband and wife kind of love,” he says, “but the kind of love that one human being extends to another....

Here are some of the items you may have or be able to buy cheaply: FeathersBeadsPipe cleanersRibbonGoogly eyesCraft sticksButtonsColored paperYarn Supplement these items with odds-and-ends and recyclables: BoxesPlastic tubsPlastic bottlesLidsMagazinesGreeting cards You’ll need scissors and a couple of different types of glue. A low-temp glue gun is a good choice for older children. Put everything in a box. When the grandchildren come over, cover a table with a protective cloth and let their imaginations run riot!...

Of all the things you plan for during your labor and birth experience, the room is probably way down on your list. I would argue that you should actually move it up on the list. The reason is that your physical environment can influence your state of mind and how well you can relax and yes, even enjoy the experience. Creating the Perfect Environment for Labor If you are anxious or nervous, it can be made worse by your environment....

Here are some specific steps you can take: Limit TV-watching and video game playing—no more than two hours a day—for both kids and adults in the family. Give your child “fitness” gifts for birthdays—anything from jump ropes to in-line skates. Make his birthday party something physical. Indoor climbing gyms are popular with the younger set. Older kids might like ice skating, bowling, or facilities with climbing walls, which have become the “in” thing....

Interestingly, a family’s costs decrease with each additional child—what’s referred to as the “cheaper by the dozen effect.” In fact the USDA states that for families with one child, expenses averaged 27% more per child than expenses in a two-child family. The USDA bases these estimates on the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Expenditure Survey, which draws a picture of an average American consumer. The top three costs the USDA names, in descending order, are housing (29% of the total cost), food (18%), and childcare/ K-12 education (16%)....

When Do Teenagers Deserve a Reward? A teen can earn a reward for positive behavior or by changing negative behavior. While you should not feel that you have to “pay” for every good thing your teen does, reinforcement of good behavior will help ensure that it continues. Plus, it feels good to give your teen a reward. It shows that you are paying attention when your teen is being good and not just when they do something wrong....

I also spoke to other moms, crowdsourced on Instagram, and spent hours meticulously and methodically packing. Honestly, I was probably over-prepared but I didn’t want to risk a meltdown—from me or from my toddler. I was ready…or at least physically. All those preparations still didn’t negate the fact that I was still a little terrified to travel with my “terrible 2s toddler” for the first time. If you’re a parent of a toddler, then you know that you can’t really plan for everything....

Important Social Skills Skill: Is starting to discriminate between fact, fiction and fantasy. Why It’s Important: First graders are learning how to be part of a social group, as opposed to being the singular center of attention, a relationship which, at this age, tends to rely heavily on perceived credibility. Knowing when to tell the truth, when to stick to a story for play purposes, or when to admit she’s making something up will play an important role in your child’s ability to develop and maintain friendships....