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Understanding what milestones are, and whether children are meeting them can help parents identify problems early, or reassure them that their children are on track. Learn about the main types of milestones, why they matter, and how you can use them effectively to guide your parenting journey. Why Developmental Milestones Matter You can think of the developmental milestones as a checklist. They represent what an average child can do around a particular age....

While you can’t expect your preschooler to sit quietly through an hour-long tale, teaching kids not to interrupt is an important social skill. Children who understand how to politely enter into a conversation—instead of talking over people—will likely be more successful in developing and maintaining relationships. Why Kids Frequently Interrupt Kids often interrupt adult conversations because they’re bored. If you’re talking to someone else about adult topics and your child isn’t involved in the conversation, they may frequently interrupt as an attempt to amuse themself and gain attention....

Timing of Ovulation and Implantation When you ovulate, halfway through your menstrual cycle, an egg is released from your ovary into one of your fallopian tubes. On average, the egg has 24 hours to be fertilized before it is no longer viable. During conception, the egg is fertilized in the fallopian tube and then travels along the tube to make its way into the uterus. Once in the uterus, the egg implants itself into the lining (endometrium) of the uterus....

Does Beer or Wine Increase Milk Supply? Beer can raise the level of prolactin, a hormone responsible for milk production. Beer also contains barley and hops, which may also help to an increase in supply of breast milk after drinking beer. The alcohol itself will not help you to make more breast milk. The alcohol in beer and wine may also get you feeling a little relaxed, which may aid in the let-down of your breast milk....

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Empty paper towel roll Scissors Construction paper Glue Glitter or stickers for decorating Directions:

Most students will have more time in school, more testing, and more choices. Making it last In seems probable that school days and school years will become longer. Time for non-instructional activities such as recess, lunch, and traveling from class to class will be reduced. The most significant changes will be made in high schools, where there is a trend toward replacing the traditional seven or eight period day with longer class periods, called “blocks....

This is not a time to skimp on food or count calories. You’re not entirely eating for two people, but you do need extra nutrients for your growing fetus, especially in the second and third trimesters. If you are a healthy weight pre-pregnancy, you’ll need to gain 25 to 35 pounds during your pregnancy. Overweight women should gain slightly less, while underweight women will need to gain a bit more....

5 to 10 minutes Materials Variety of lightweight scarves of different colors and patterns Directions Extensions Wad the scarves into balls and throw them playfully at your baby.Put one scarf over your head and another over your baby’s.Put one scarf over your head and let your baby pull it off.Put on some jazzy music and keep the scarves moving.

Put one of these crayons in the soap dish – washing up for dinner has never been so colorful! Materials needed:· 1 cup Ivory Snow soap powder (this brand is the most gentle for skin)· Food coloring (as many colors as you’d like)· 2 tablespoons hot water· 1 small mixing bowl for each color crayon you want to make· Ice tray or candy mold (for the crayon molds)· Mixing spoonWhat to do: Step One: In a large mixing bowl, stir the soap flakes and hot water until the mixture thickens....

The Goal of Science Study Children’s interest in science often seems to decline in grade four and after. I suspect that this happens because science study is too often textbook-driven, passive, formal, and narrow in its scope. But the major goal of science study in these grades should be to keep children interested in science and cause them to believe that they can be successful science students. Not an easy task – but one that is critically important....

Whether you’re looking for running games for a sports practice, physical education class, a birthday party or just to play in the backyard, here are some games that are always a big hit with kids. How to Play Divide kids into two even teams.Each team forms a line on opposite sides of the circle.On your command, one kid from each team starts running around the circle (in the same direction)....

Choose something simple and colorful; possibly geared to a slightly lower age level, and never above. You don’t want to send something too unfamiliar or complicated to a child who doesn’t feel well. If the child is in a hospital, a soft stuffed animal is often just what they want, even when they are older. But it’s also nice to have a simple amusement for the long hours in bed during recovery....

A scan may be given before 10 weeks if you have bleeding or pain to rule out the possibility of a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. At this scan, you will need to drink plenty of water to raise the uterus and provide a clearer image. The sonographer will put some cold gel on your abdomen to maximize contact with the skin and will then move the transducer gently over the area....

You can make your expectations even more clear by creating a checklist. For example, an index card taped to the mirror in the bathroom might bear this post-shower checklist: Wring out washcloth and hang on side of tub. Hang towels on bar. Use bathmat to dry up puddles on floor and hang over edge of tub. Put shampoo back in cupboard. For a while, you may have to remind your child of her new responsibilities—expect to, and don’t get angry....

In fact, research shows that the most common coping mechanisms people use when processing a miscarriage are avoiding or talking about their loss, meaning going back to work may feel welcome for some, but not for others. Communication between you, a doctor, and your boss are key elements to making your transition back to work go smoothly. Learn more about how to make returning to your job after a miscarriage easier....

On the other hand, making the switch to working mom gives your family extra income, but now you’re faced with new challenges you didn’t have before you had children. Ask yourself these 10 questions before you make a final decision. How Is Your Financial Situation? Your family budget took some adjusting to when you went from two incomes to one, but you made it work. Your kids may now be involved in dance, sports, and other activities, plus school expenses you didn’t have before, and your budget is taking a hit....