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When these fears surface, it’s natural for parents to want to provide comfort and encouragement. But sometimes knowing how to address our child’s fears in healthy and productive ways can feel elusive, especially because fear of change is not really a concrete fear like a fear of spiders or a fear of storms. As a result, it can be challenging to know where to start. Here’s what you need to know about the fear of change and what you can do to help your child cope....

And of course, you don’t want to just send your kids anywhere for daycare. You want to send them to a place where you’ll know they’ll be well cared for. What happens though, when you can’t afford child care? Here are some options for finding child care on a tight budget. Look for a Home Helper If you’re working from home and you need someone to supervise younger children just to ensure they are safe, you might look for an older child who can be a helper....

Sadly neglected for a long time, avocados have become much more popular as more and more adults are eating them for their countless nutritional benefits. Avocado as a first food for baby is a nutritious and developmentally appropriate food for babies beginning solids. And actually, avocado would make wonderful first food for a baby if your little one has not started solids at all yet. No more need for that boring rice cereal when there are avocados around....

In fact, according to research published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, an unexpectedly large number of girls and tweens report feeling ill-prepared for menstruation and changes occurring in their bodies as well as reproductive health. While many girls reported gaining puberty and menstruation information from one source such as their mother, sister or a teacher, they still felt the information was incomplete, inaccurate and provided too late. What’s more, some girls report feeling scared, traumatized and embarrassed by the arrival of their first period....

Steps for Reporting an 504 Plan Problems Steps to take when reporting an issues with 504 plan accommodations. How to Deal With 504 Plan Violations Remember that the goal is not so much to enforce the letter of the 504 Plan as it is to get your child the assistance and adjustments needed. If school personnel have alternative suggestions, be open to them—or make some yourself. If a teacher objects to things like more time on tests or lessened workload because they give an unfair advantage, ask if there’s some extra credit work your child could do in an area of strength to compensate for that....

There are a few approaches you could take when bringing up the topic of Pride. Perhaps it’s sparked by their questions about a friend’s two moms or dads. Or consider the iconic rainbow flag that’s been a symbol of the gay community since the 1970s—and is typically seen everywhere during Pride Month. It could be the perfect jumping-off point to start your discussion. “The only people who love rainbows more than the LGBTQ+ community are kids,” jokes Olin Winn-Ritzenberg, LMSW, Youth Leadership & Education Manager at The LGBT Community Center in New York City....

She may find that waiting until the last second means an unexpected illness, emergency, or problem will prevent her from getting her work done. Her future boss or college professors aren’t likely to accept late work—or the excuses that accompany delayed projects. Teens who don’t learn time management skills are at risk of becoming lifelong procrastinators. And waiting until the last possible minute to get things could cause problems ranging from high-stress levels to relationship trouble....

You may want to place some expectations on how your child spends it, but you really can’t require your child to use the allowance as you see fit. You can, however, provide guidance on how the money should be used by discussing these issues with your child. Dictating Your Child’s Spending In receiving an allowance, your child faces a great temptation to spend it all at the first opportunity. But one of the reasons for giving an allowance is to make sure that your child has money for the things she wants when she wants them....

More: An Age-by-Age Guide to Explaining the Death of a Pet to Children Does Genetic Make-Up Impact Dog Ownership? In studying 35,035 twin pairs from the Swedish Twin Registry, it was found that the rate of dog ownership was significantly higher for identical twins versus fraternal, because non-identical twins only share half of the same genetic variations, while identical twins share their entire genome. “We were surprised to see that a person’s genetic make-up appears to be a significant influence in whether they own a dog....

Why hCG Is Important When an embryo forms, it begins making hCG, which facilitates the production of other important pregnancy hormones like progesterone and estrogen. This causes the lining of the uterus to thicken and increase its blood supply, so it can receive the embryo and feed it after implantation. The correct balance of these essential hormones is key for a healthy pregnancy and development of your baby. Pregnancy Tests Home pregnancy tests work by finding hCG in the urine....

More: TTC? 5 Things to Consider First What is a “geriatric pregnancy”? One of the terms that irks me the most is geriatric pregnancy. This less than endearing term insinuates that a woman is old at the age of 35 years old. The word geriatric, by definition, means relating to old people, especially in regard to healthcare; a branch of medicine that specializes in the care of problems and disease of old age....

Qualities of an Extrovert Extroverts enjoy social situations and even seek them out since they enjoy being around people. In school, you can expect an extroverted child to enjoy working on a team project or in a study group rather than alone. Extroverts tend to “fade” when alone and can easily become bored without other people around. When they must work on a task alone, it can be helpful for you to be nearby to encourage them and to let them tell you about what they are doing....

The idea of lying to your kids sounds harsh, but most of the time, it’s a harmless part of parenting. In fact, a study published in the International Journal of Psychology found that 84 percent of the American parents they surveyed lie to their kids to get them to behave. This is also known as “instrumental lying.” If that sounds like you, you are definitely not alone! That said, there are certain times when bending the truth is acceptable, while at other times, parents should be more honest....

Here’s why: You Isolate Yourself Stay-at-home parents easily fall into the isolation trap. It’s easier to avoid your children’s public meltdowns by simply staying home. And it’s easier to stay in your pajamas than get dressed, pack the diaper bag and leave the house to head to the playground. The at-home parenting life naturally lets you slide into isolation and that’s not good for you. That isolation, which is more of a convenience factor than you purposely hiding from civilization, leads to loneliness....

In their pure forms, they have similar effects and carry similar risks to babies through breastfeeding. However, the official recommendations regarding their use by breastfeeding mothers varies, based on research, the lifestyle issues of women using each substance, and the likelihood that mothers will be able to control their intake of the drug—whether through self-control of their dosage, or through knowing the actual ingredients of what they are taking....

As a parent or caregiver, the most important thing you can do is listen to your child and believe what they tell you. This doesn’t mean that all kids who question their gender identity are transgender, but the biggest way you can support a child’s mental health and well-being is by loving and supporting them unconditionally. What is transgender? Transgender is a term that’s used to refer to someone who does not identify as the gender they were assigned at birth....

However, whether it was from Mattel’s Barbie or a host of other sources, I do remember feeling inadequate in how I looked by the time I was twelve or thirteen. I had developed chunky thighs, a little belly, wore glasses, and had thick, often unmanageable dark hair. While I never dreamed of blonde hair, I realized I didn’t fit the beauty standards of the time. Fast forward 30 years, and I am finally learning to accept my body shape and who I am, which is empowering....

According to FamilyEducation’s Nutrition Expert, Michelle Routhenstein, MS RD CDE CDN, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Owner of Entirely Nourished, “I wouldn’t recommend kids follow the ketogenic diet unless they have epilepsy and are being monitored closely by a medical professional and Registered Dietitian.” More: Is There a Link Between Processed Foods and Autism? Don’t have time to read now? Pin it for later: Here is what to consider when thinking about feeding your child a ketogenic diet:...

An IV port Saline lock Intramuscular (IM) injection Though others are available, the most common forms of these medications are: Stadol (butorphanol tartrate)Demerol (meperidine)Nubain (nalbuphine hydrochloride) How IV Labor Pain Meds Make You Feel Unlike epidural anesthesia that causes an area of your body to become numb, typically the entire area between your breasts and knees, IV medications promote relaxation and reduce the sensation of pain. Many women report that the IV medication makes you feel sleepy or as if you drank an alcoholic beverage....

People undergoing in-vitro fertilization (IVF) often end up with excess embryos after they have finished growing their families. It’s possible to freeze and donate these embryos so that others can bring them to term in the future and give birth. In the Ridgeway family’s case, these babies, born on October 31, had been frozen as embryos way back in 1992. Twin Babies 30 Years in the Making Phillip and Rachel Ridgeway were already the parents of four when they decided to give birth via an embryo donation....