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“My parents were serial entrepreneurs,” says Goldman, who lives in New York City, as a way of explaining how she was able to have not one but two very successful clothing brands. Both brands stemmed from needs she felt deeply—one, for her bridesmaids at her wedding in 2007, and the other for her own pregnancy. “I got pregnant with my first daughter Charlie in 2010, and I was going out looking for [clothing] to make me feel better about [being pregnant],” she says....

In fact, the name Arlo was first mentioned in the English poet Edmund Spenser’s 1590 poem “The Faerie Queene” as the name of a fictional place name theorized to be derived from the Irish-Gaelic Aherlow meaning “between two highlands.” In German, the name means “hill.” How Popular Is the Name Arlo? One of the earliest bearers of the name, in the U.S., was Arlo Bates an American author, newspaper editor, and professor of English....

What Is Auditory Discrimination? A child who has trouble with auditory discrimination may have difficulty telling the difference between words such as “sister” and “sitter” or “cat” and “cot.” Overall, the children can’t distinguish between the slight differences in the sounds of words. This problem can sometimes make it hard for children to understand what people are saying. This goes double for children in noisy environments, as classrooms often are or even a child’s home can be if they belong to a large family or loud music and televisions routinely blare....

Baby Einstein—a favorite brand among parents—creates products and baby gear that specialize in interactive activities for children, often featuring familiar classical music. We handed off the Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes Musical Toy to our 11-month-old son, and paid special attention to the toy’s design, entertainment value, and price. Design: Easy to hold and operate The design of the Take Along Tunes Musical Toy is super straightforward and simplified. At only around 5 x 5 inches, it’s sized with little hands in mind and features an easy-to-press button and a handle....

Sometimes BYB refers to the pet owner who has a sweet pet and breeds only one litter, maybe to make a little money or “to let the children experience the miracle of birth.” But again, it’s likely to be a litter bred with no health clearances on the parents or the puppies, with little knowledge of the breed standard or how to choose a proper sire for a litter. In fact, the litter may be an “accident” and the result of a decision made by the dogs themselves....

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Probably the best way to do this is to take a first aid class, as nothing can beat “hands-on” knowledge. CPR specifically is something that is really best taught in person, and experts recommend all parents take infant and child CPR classes. But if you are looking for a “cheat sheet” for what to do in various emergency situations, we’ve got you covered. Here are the most common situations where your child may require first aid—and how to do it....

The first step for all bean recipes is to rinse the beans in a sieve or colander and look them over carefully to discard any broken beans or the occasional pebble that sneaks into the bag. Also, keep in mind when you’re cooking beans to not fill the slow cooker more than one third with beans because they more than double in volume once they’re cooked. Although guidelines are given for how long each bean recipe takes to cook, there are variables that influence this time....

Benefits of a Family Garden When parents and kids work together to plant and care for a garden, they can all enjoy these perks. Physical Activity Gardening and yard work are moderate-intensity exercises, which we all need every day. Kids ages 3 to 5 need to get three hours of physical activity each day, and older kids need a minimum of an hour daily. While tending your family garden doesn’t require the vigorous activity of, say, running or playing singles tennis, it’s still beneficial to your body....

Travel strollers are high on the seemingly endless list of baby gear and products every family needs. With an upcoming plane flight, road trip, or another excursion on the calendar, a foldable, lightweight stroller is a must. With that said, a travel stroller will come in handy for more than just vacations. Busy parents are sure to discover a need for one at some point or another. The Besrey Airplane Capsule Lightweight Baby Stroller promises high-quality convenience for on-the-go families....

The books listed here are suitable for children from six to ten years old, and many are loved by older children, too. This list includes a variety of books: picture books, books for beginning readers, chapter books, and novels. Your child will likely enjoy reading some of thebooks by himself, and he’ll enjoy hearing others read aloud. Keep in mind that this list is by no means a complete guide to the best authors and books for young children....

A portable filing bin that accommodates hanging filesA hanging file for each child2 additional hanging files10-inch by 13-inch envelopes Take Action/Sign: This folder will be for forms that need to be signed like permission slips that need to be returned, teacher requests, PTA announcements, and flyers about events that need to be added to your calendar. Short-Term Storage: This file is for forms or information that you don’t need to keep forever but will need to refer to at some point in the near future....

Under these normal circumstances, mild jaundice typically disappears on its own, leaving no lasting effects. However, for some babies jaundice becomes severe, a condition known as hyperbilirubinemia. There are several reasons this might happen, such as being born prematurely or having certain medical conditions. If not treated, severe jaundice can cause a type of permanent brain damage called kernicterus. Fortunately, this is rare. Symptoms and Complications When a newborn has jaundice, the condition is hard to miss: As the pigment circulates throughout the bloodstream the skin and whites of the eyes take on a yellow tint....

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To prevent cracked nipples, air them out frequently. If you would rather not go braless, turn the flaps of your nursing bra down for a while each day. Do not use plastic-lined breast shields; stick with washable cotton or disposables without plastic linings. Also try Phytolacca decandra, a homeopathic remedy, for cracked nipples. This remedy can also work well for mastitis.

When Is the RhoGAM Shot Needed? If you are Rh negative, meaning that your blood does not contain the Rh factor protein, your doctor will probably recommend that you get an Rh immune globulin shot (such as RhoGAM) within 72 hours of the start of your bleeding from pregnancy loss. The RhoGAM shot is also given during and after pregnancy to prevent the same issues in future pregnancies. Why get the shot?...

While most medications pass into breast milk, that doesn’t always mean you can’t take them. Imitrex (sumatriptan) is a medication prescribed for migraines that is generally approved for use during lactation. It can safely be taken while breastfeeding as long as you follow a few precautions. Be sure to talk to a physician about the risks and benefits of taking Imitrex (or any medication) while breastfeeding. Together you can look at all of the factors and make a decision on which medications are the best choice for you and your baby....

These cookies also have an optional kick with the cayenne. Whether or not these spicy ginger cookies actually induce labor, they are certainly yummy! Supposedly after eating these, you’ll go into labor within 24 hours—but this has not been proven. You can try these cookies on your due date or later, but not earlier than that. Having your baby before your baby is ready can be risky both for your baby and you....

Either way, trying to find a quiet, private place to pump isn’t always possible, which is why some parents are taking their breast pumps on the road. Pumping while driving is becoming much more common among parents, and the reason is simple: efficiency. “It’s just practical,” says Diana West, an international board certified lactation consultant, author, and former director of media relations for La Leche League International with over 20 years of experience....