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If you want to lose weight, you’ll probably need to ramp up the intensity and/or length of your workouts, and you’ll absolutely need to take a look at your eating habits too. Once you have your 10-10-10 plan working smoothly, you can try to add 5 or 10 minutes to one or more of those workout sessions. Before you know it, you could be working out for an hour a day without much disruption to your schedule....

Your baby is in an impossible position: They want to suck because of its soothing effects, but they doesn’t want to suck because it causes them pain. As a result, your teething child may lose some of his appetite for nursing (or bottle-feeding)-and maybe for solid foods, too. If they do drink from the breast or bottle, your baby may stop short and then start again many times. Try not to worry....

Understanding what’s happening to children in China (who went into quarantine earlier than kids in the United States) can help American parents be more proactive about addressing mental health issues. Mental Illness Symptoms Among Children in China Researchers surveyed 1,784 children in the Hubei province of China to assess their mental health following shutdowns caused by the pandemic. The students, who ranged from second graders to sixth graders, were asked questions related to their fears of contracting COVID-19, as well as any symptoms related to depression and anxiety....

Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and it’s time to start thinking about gifts! For the mom that does it all, she deserves the very best. Make her day with these perfect presents for the mom boss in your life. More: 10 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Millennial Moms Engraved Mom Boss Nameplate Desk Sign Whether it’s going on her desk in the office, or simply on her nightstand, this nameplate will remind everyone that sees it who’s boss....

As you look through these baby names, realize that many can be unisex names or represent a color in another language. For even more inspiration, consider perusing a big box of crayons or paint color swatches to find the perfect color name for your baby. Adam Origin: HebrewMeaning: Man, to be red, red earthAlternative Spellings & Variations: Adamo, AdemFamous Namesakes: Singer Adam Levine, comedian Adam Sandler, actor Adam DriverPeak Popularity: Adam is a popular boy name in the U....

For example, the names Dana, Ashley, and Leslie were once mainly used for boys but are now increasingly common for girls. Names like Noah, Jodie, Kai, Charlie, Skylar, and Finely are all now frequently used for boys and girls. Plus, you can also pick any name you want for your child, regardless of the gender it is typically associated with. The important thing is to choose the name that you feel best suits your child....

More: 75 Spiritual Names with Deep Meanings There are many ways to represent peace in different languages, cultures, and religions. Here are some of our favorites to start you off on your journey to find the ideal peace-inspired name. Check out our list of girl names and boy names below. Baby Girl Names That Mean Peace Baby Boy Names That Mean Peace Gender-Neutral Names that Mean Peace For more baby name inspiration check out these popular baby name lists:...

Some of the best grandparent nicknames come from grandkids’ inadvertent mispronunciations, like Bumpa or Grum, creating a whole new name that often sticks. Picking the perfect name doesn’t have to be stressful and can actually be fun. You can try out many different options from formal to trendy or traditional to wacky. More: 12 Great Activities for Grandparents and Grandchildren Rutger Bruining, FamilyEducation’s Family History and Heritage Expert and CEO of StoryTerrace, gives us a little insight into family history with names for grandparents....

More: 20 Baby Names With Even Better Nicknames You may choose to pick a nickname for your child, but Jennifer Moss also suggests that parent chosen nicknames don’t always stick, so perhaps waiting until your child grows into their identity is a better time to pick a nickname. On the list of popular names for girls, Margaret is #127 in U.S births, so if you are looking for a creative nickname below you will find 25 different options....

More: What If I Want to Change My Baby’s Name? A Step-by-Step Guide Hygge is definitely perfect for moms due in winter. Nesting is so real, and usually means creating a sense of coziness and comfort for the baby coming soon. While hygge is more of a state of being, you can certainly find inspiration in the origin of the words. There are plenty of adorable Scandinavian names that you can give your winter baby....

More: The Best Board Games for Kids Look for activities that: Promote learning - With many children spending more time at home than at school, we want to keep their brains working while making sure that we are keeping learning fun. Offer sensory engagement - During the winter your children might not be able to spend as much time outside, so look for games and materials that can stimulate their senses while remaining indoors....

While most inherited genes are passed on from both parents, there are some traits; that can be linked directly to the mother. Maternal inheritance is a fascinating thing, and further illustrates the powerful connection between mom and baby. Thankfully, studying genetics has allowed us to pinpoint which of these traits come from which parent, so you can narrow down exactly who your little one got those dimples from. More: 8 Traits Babies Inherit From Their Father Here are some physical and personality traits you probably didn’t know your baby will inherit from their mom....

If you find that your epidural is not working, do not panic. There are still things that can be done to help relieve pain in labor. Try Flipping From Side to Side Sometimes you might have one spot that isn’t quite numb or isn’t as numb as another side. Your labor and delivery nurse can help you move from side to side in an effort to help you get better pain relief from the epidural....

More: 30 Back to School Memes Every Parent will Appreciate You could easily turn jokes into a printable and add it to your kid’s lunch box to help brighten their day. Share a joke while getting ready in the morning, or save it for around the dinner table at night to help ease tension and lighten the mood. From Kindergarten to High School, these 50 jokes are a great starting point, and before you know it swapping jokes may become something everyone looks forward to....

Scottish Names for Your Baby Choose a beautiful and unique Scottish name for your new arrival. Ansley Alastair Blair Blake Cameron Dallas Davina Fiona Kenna Lachlan Lainey Morrison Murdock Rory Skye Popular Scottish Baby Names for Girls Below you’ll find 25 unique Scottish baby names for girls along with their meanings, origins, and a few fun facts. Aileen Origin: Scottish, IrishMeaning: Light, from the green meadowAlternative Spellings & Variations: Aila, Aileana, Ailein, Aileene, Eileen, Helen, Leena, LinaPeak Popularity: Aileen saw peaks in popularity in both the 1920s and 2000s....

More: 50 Music-Inspired Baby Names by Genre Often, we turn to baby name websites, or our friend Google. Sometimes those searches can offer great results. But it seems that more often than not, trying to find a name no one’s heard before is practically impossible. Lists are obviously going to push more popular names towards the top of their lists, no matter what. One of the biggest challenges is finding a name that you’ve really never heard before....