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In fact, one of the first pregnancy symptoms many people have is changes in their breast tissue. Breasts respond to pregnancy by changing in preparation for breastfeeding. These changes, which result from increased blood flow and hormonal changes, begin soon after conception. They include heightened sensitivity, breast pain, particularly around the nipple area, a darkening of the areolas and nipples, and enlargement of the breasts, nipples, and areola. Learn more about common breast changes that might happen during your pregnancy....

You can enjoy a healthy, respectful, and supportive relationship with your child’s school. These steps will help you strengthen your communication skills and make this school year a positive experience for you, your child, and your child’s teacher. Two-Way Communication Building a Foundation Realistic Expectations An Open Door! Pitching In The Benefit of the Doubt School-Related Tasks

Thankfully, it’s generally not harmful to eat honey while breastfeeding. You may have heard that babies under the age of 1 shouldn’t eat honey because of the risk of botulism, but your baby can’t get botulism if you eat honey while breastfeeding. Let’s take a look at what you need to know about eating honey while breastfeeding, what the benefits of eating honey are, and what to know about keeping your baby safe in general from the risks of botulism from honey....

Ahead, learn all about using azelaic acid while pregnant—or at any point in your life, for that matter. We asked two board-certified dermatologists to explain what this skin-loving ingredient is, as well as its many benefits. You may just become a fan of using it yourself. What Is Azelaic Acid? Azelaic acid is a topical skincare treatment that can help tackle multiple skin concerns. You’ll find it in various creams, foams, serums, and gels....

While you might typically enjoy going upside down and experiencing the stomach-leaving-your-body feeling of a big drop, if you’re pregnant, it’s best to stand on the sidelines. Here, learn why experts don’t recommend riding roller coasters while pregnant and what you can do for fun at the amusement park instead. Riding Roller Coasters During Pregnancy While it may be an activity you enjoyed in the past, the swoops, drops, and twists of a roller coaster are not safe for a pregnant person....

More: Can You Drink Coffee While Pregnant? With every decision that women make while pregnant, they now need to consider not only whether it is a good choice for themselves, but also if it is a healthy choice for their growing baby. One of these choices that may give many pregnant women reason to pause is whether or not to dye their hair while pregnant. Bleaching, dyeing, or highlighting their hair is a regular aspect of life for some women, but just like with many choices during pregnancy, it is important to research and understand the factors of how it may impact your pregnancy....

This article is all about travel games for the car—filling those hours in the car while you travel with the kids, on vacation, to Grandma’s, wherever you need to go. Stave off the inevitable “Are we there yet?” with one of these memorable travel games for kids. Things You May Need in the Car For some car games you will need to have some tools on hand to make game-playing easier....

This is understandable, considering the startling statistics floating around out there—that first-trimester miscarriages occur in approximately 10% of confirmed pregnancies and that 30% to 40% of all conceptions end in a miscarriage. The Risk of Miscarriage That all being said, if you have one or more living children, you may not need to worry quite that much, claims an older study in the British Medical Journal. In this study, British researchers examined the effects of women’s previous pregnancy history on the risk of miscarriage in the next pregnancy....

Effort: Quick and easy — no sewing required Materials: Black or dark-colored pants Jacket Blouse or shirt Leather shoes or boots Sunglasses Fake gun Cell phone Wallet FBI or CIA badge for wallet Gum Instructions: Have your child dress in the clothing. Add gun, sunglasses, wallet, and cell phone. Tell your child to chew the gum and look mysterious. More Costume Ideas

First, it is actually very difficult to tell the size of a baby before birth. Some providers will make an estimate merely by putting their hands on your abdomen and guessing by what they feel. Others use ultrasound measurements, but these measurements may be off, in either direction, sometimes by 15% or more. This can mean a highly inaccurate weight estimate. A lot of what plays a part in the baby’s birth has to do with the pregnant person’s body, which changes in labor due to the hormones, opening and moving, as well as the molding of the baby’s bones which change shape to fit through the pelvis, being molded by the force of labor....

To perform the test, your doctor will induce mild contractions. An external fetal monitor, which is strapped to your abdomen during the test, keeps track of the strength of the contractions and your baby’s heartbeat. Reasons for a Contraction Stress Test Contraction stress tests (CST) are one way to monitor the health of a fetus before labor. A CST may be part of a series of tests you undergo. Other common late-stage pregnancy monitoring includes a non-stress test (NST) and a biophysical profile (BPP)....

Does this sound familiar? Take a deep breath. We are going to talk about some real strategies that you can start today to help you enjoy this time because you and your baby deserve it. Before you know it, these nine months will be done and gone and you, of all people, should get that belly rubbing, daydreaming, blissful moment. More: Can Stress Affect Your Pregnancy? What is anxiety? Is there a difference between a mood and a disorder?...

Level: Moderately easy Time involved: Two to three hours Materials: 12 — 18 inch foam sheets: one green, one brown, one red, two white Scissors Exacto knife Cutting board Glue gun Bag of foam letters (These can be found in craft stores.) Old Christmas cards Bag of foam numbers (These can be found in craft stores.) For added interest, make a production out of opening your calendar each day by gathering the family together and taking turns opening the doors....

The name Daniel is a biblical name. Its earliest origins can be traced back to the Old Testament of the Bible, where it was defined as “God is my judge” in Hebrew. Daniel of the Old Testament is known for remaining loyal to the God of Israel despite persecution and danger. According to the Bible, he was thrown into a lion’s den for refusing to worship the king, but God protected Daniel and he was not harmed by the lions....

In the Bible, David is an important figure and appears as the Old Testament second king of Israel. As a young shepherd, he defeats the giant Philistine Goliath with a slingshot. The name has special meaning in Jewish culture, with the Star of David being the symbol of Judaism. How Popular Is the Name David? David is a name that has been popular in the United States for over a century....

Teasing, taunting, exclusion, and even hitting, kicking and other forms of bodily injury can certainly exist in a preschool classroom. And if your little one is the victim of a preschool bully, it’s hard to stay calm and focused while offering your child support. But you need to. Here’s how. Know the Signs While some children will come right out and say that someone is teasing or hurting them, others may say nothing at all, especially if it is a chronic problem....