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Signs and Symptoms of a Miscarriage Signs of a miscarriage can include spotting or vaginal bleeding frequently, but not always, accompanied by abdominal cramping similar to menstrual cramps. It’s important to note that spotting and bleeding in early pregnancy is common, and often benign. While bleeding is not necessarily a sign of a miscarriage, it is important to have it checked out if it does happen. Generally speaking, if the bleeding is light and last for only a day or two, it is probably not a problem....

Instead, help your kids see the array of occupations that are related to each of their intelligence areas. The best way to do this is by having adults talk with your kids about their career choices and by going on lots of field trips. Then children can begin making their own decisions about what feels right. Of course, virtually every job consists of a variety of responsibilities that touch on several intelligences....

The fear of the unknown was so real for our family in 2020, and I’m sure many of you can relate. As a wife and mother of two school-aged girls, the anxiety I felt was at times almost unbearable. The fear often manifested itself into physical symptoms that made me question whether I was sick myself. What tempered the fear was my family. My husband was my rock. My girls were amazing with the way they handled remote school....

Documenting Legal Requirements for Your Homeschool After you have determined the state requirements for your homeschool and understand any involvement with the local school system that is required, you should create a file with all the relevant legal documentation in it. This file should include the following documents: The HSLDA analysis of your state’s requirements. You can print this out from the HSLDA Web site. A copy of your state’s actual legal requirements for homeschool....

Here is a list of observable behaviors of children with fine-motor difficulties. Difficulty with writing; poor grasp leading to poor form, fluency, and frequent discomfort when writing. Difficulty controlling speed of movements leading to excessive speed and resultant untidy work, or work not being completed due to overly slow movements. Difficulty with precision grip and inaccurate release and therefore problems with games that involve placement of pieces; for example, dominoes....

You likely know that you need to be careful about what medications you take when you’re pregnant. But the information isn’t as straightforward for when you’re still trying. This article explains common OTC drugs and considerations for when you’re trying to conceive. NSAIDs Ibuprofen is one of the most commonly used OTC nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is a popular pain reliever, especially for severe period cramps. Over-the-counter NSAIDs include:...

Regardless of your room size, here are some must-haves, in no particular order: Computer. If it’s at all possible to buy one or borrow one, do it. Most colleges have pretty good computer facilities that you can use for free, but they’re often crowded and noisy, and not in your own room. If you have a choice, opt for a laptop – you can bring it to the library or outside, and can have more options for where to work....

In most cases, parental alienation is done purposefully, even if the parent doing the damage has never heard the term parental alienation syndrome. However, PA can also happen unintentionally if adults are not conscious of their words and actions. Parental alienation syndrome describes the symptoms or side effects the afflicted child experiences. Child psychologist Richard Gardner coined the term PAS or parental alienation syndrome in 1985; however, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders has yet to recognize it....

Your child may be able to express their fears and say that they feel worried about an upcoming game or competition. Or they may have trouble connecting their anxious feelings to their sports performance. Either way, parents can step in to offer reassurance and help. Identifying Performance Anxiety Many kids won’t come out and say what they’re nervous about. They may not even realize they are anxious. So how can parents figure out what’s going on?...

Materials Large baking potato Scrub brush Play dough or clay, felt scraps, buttons, raisins, miniature marshmallows, toothpicks, yarn or old plastic scouring pad, fabric or ribbon scraps Directions

Back in the 1950’s, it wasn’t uncommon for people with diabetes who injected insulin to have what looked like a mini-laboratory complete with glass syringes that needed to be sterilized by soaking in alcohol and needles sharpened with a whetstone. Because glucometers were not available, blood sugar levels could not be attained easily or quickly. At that time, it was felt that women with diabetes could not and should not have babies....

The truth is that, although coronaviruses are common (both SARS and MERS are coronaviruses), COVID-19 is a new coronavirus, and experts still don’t know for sure how it is affecting different populations and risk groups. As we get more information about COVID-19, you should stay in close contact with your doctor, and follow updates from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in terms of guidance and risks as you move through your pregnancy....

Here are a few questions to ask about prenatal conditions that can affect a child: Is the pregnant woman receiving adequate prenatal care? This means care in the first or early second trimester of her pregnancy, when she should be examined at least monthly by an obstetrician or certified nurse midwife. Is the pregnant woman eating right? Is she taking prenatal vitamins? Because unborn children receive all their nutrition from their birthmothers, the birthmothers’ diet is crucial....

Discuss Kindergarten In the weeks before school begins, discuss kindergarten with your child. Express enthusiasm and excitement at all she is going to learn. Try to evoke responses from your child to see how she may be feeling. Don’t overdo it and don’t force the topic, if your child is not interested or seems unwilling to discuss it. The main idea is to make kindergarten something exciting to look forward to, rather than something to fear....

Early breast development can be a source of embarrassment, and if your daughter is among the first in her class to develop breasts, she may be very self-conscious about it. She may favor big shirts, and bras that flatten rather than “point” her breasts during these early days. She will probably be uncomfortable until some of her friends begin to develop, too. Bra shopping is another milestone. It’s actually become much easier, given today’s wide fashion selection....

On the other hand, if the issue with your child concerns safety, the direct approach works very well. Say, for example, your teenager has been caught driving recklessly. You will need to seek out advice on this problem and communicate what you expect of her clearly, directly, and as soon as possible. The Indirect Route of Using Advice Nowhere in the parenting rules does it state that you have to tell your child everything....