5 to 10 minutes Materials None Directions Using special care handling babies sends strong messages of love and care. As you talk to your baby softly, you can pay special attention to the ways that you lift and move them to let them know how nice human contact can feel. Extensions Massage a body part gently, such as the arms or legs, and talk about what you are doing.Nuzzle your baby close to your face and whisper softly....
Thin cardboard or brown construction paper Pen or marker Scissors Glue Lace, ribbon, fabric scraps Pieces of cereal, small candy, or licorice Directions
However, being a good teammate doesn’t always come naturally. It’s important to foster good teammate behavior when your kids begin youth sports, as these qualities will transcend beyond just the game and apply to many aspects of their lives. Read on to learn more about how to teach your child to be a good teammate. Benefits of Team Sports According to Amy Morin, LCSW, psychotherapist and international bestselling author of “13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do,” “13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don’t Do,” “13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don’t Do,” and “13 Things Strong Kids Do,” team sports have a plethora of developmental benefits for kids....
Learn more about what it means if your baby’s poop turns green, what causes green poop, and what to do if you notice that their poop is green. What Is Green Poop? It may surprise you, but green poop is actually a variation of normal poop color. As the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) explains, “[N]ormal stool colors are any shade of brown, tan, yellow or green.” Green-colored poop is especially common in newborns and babies, though toddlers and older children may also experience green poop at times....
But breastfeeding isn’t just good for your little one. Studies have shown that it can lower the nursing parent’s risk of certain diseases and health conditions. And now new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that breastfeeding may also decrease the likelihood of heart disease and stroke. “[The] benefits of breastfeeding for children are widely known. However, we believe that benefits for the mother are communicated poorly,” lead study author Lena Tschiderer, PhD, says....
All minerals are absorbed into your intestines and then are transported and stored in your body in various ways. Some minerals pass directly into your bloodstream, which transports them to the cells; the excess passes out of the body through the urine. Other minerals, such as calcium, attach to proteins and become part of your body structure (in the case of calcium, the bones). Because these types of minerals are stored, large amounts taken for a long period of time can be harmful....
Your kids need you right now and despite the life-altering and heartbreaking effects of your separation, this stage in your life does not have to break you. And it doesn’t have to break your children either. Here’s what you need to know about divorce during a pandemic. Take Care of Yourself Divorce isn’t the time to put your needs to the side. Everything you can do to help yourself heal and thrive is beneficial to your kids....
People who have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) might benefit from taking metformin alone, with Clomid, or during IVF treatment. Studies show that taking the drug in combination with other treatments like Clomid typically produces better results than using it on its own. While metformin can be used for the treatment of infertility, it is not technically a fertility drug. When taken to treat infertility, it is considered an off-label use (which means that pregnancy achievement is not the original purpose of the drug)....
Today’s teens are relying more on TikTok to discover new interests, learn skills, and just connect with others. The most specific of subcultures and interests have a following on TikTok. There’s #BookTok for teens who love to read to #FitTok for workout and health advice, and there’s even the popular #MomsofTikTok community for the parents out there! TikTok Micro-Cultures and Mental Health With all these cultures, sub-cultures, and micro-cultures at their fingertips, TikTok has influenced many teens to explore aspects of their mental health and identity, Teens use social media to make friends and find people who relate to their experiences....
No matter how bright a child is, he or she is still a child, and children, even the gifted ones, need guidance. They need rules and they need consequences when they break those rules. Gifted children should never be excused from bad behavior because they make a good case for having broken a rule. If children can talk their way out of the consequences for bad behavior, they, not their parents, end up being in control....
The first thing you’ll notice when you start shopping is that humidifiers fall into two main categories: Warm vs. cool mist. Since both work well, deciding which type to buy is largely a matter of preference. Warm vs. Cool Mist Humidifiers Warm-mist humidifiers (also known as vaporizers) use a heating element to boil water and produce steam. Due to their simplicity, warm-mist models tend to be quieter, less expensive and less likely to break than cool-mist humidifiers....
Most likely you were shocked and in disbelief, the anxiety and stress washing over you in waves. And, even though the doctor likely provided you with some initial predictions on how likely it was that your baby did indeed have something wrong with it, all you could think about was what this would mean to your family. You may have wondered, “How am I going to cope if the additional ultrasounds and tests showed something was truly wrong?...
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), most children begin talking between 1 and 2 years of age. By age 2, most kids have a vast foundation of words to work with (think “ball,” “dog,” “Mama” or “Dada,” “cup,” “eat”) and are often putting words together into two-word questions and sentences. If your child doesn’t seem to be falling within the range of normal for speech, it may not be a sign of a speech or language delay, but it also may be appropriate to begin engaging in some simple speech exercises with your child at home....
The Contents The Conception Kit by Conceivex includes, for each month: Eight ovulation prediction kits (OPK) One semen collection kit Sperm friendly lubricant One disposable cervical cap One pregnancy test Journal for recording results and feelings Note for your midwife or doctor Also included are an instruction book (in English and Spanish) and a conception wheel to help you decide when you want to conceive, based on when your due date would fall....
A regular homework schedule establishes predictable times when homework is to be completed. Once the homework schedule has been in place for a few weeks, you may even find your child will begin doing their homework without needing to be reminded—although you may still need to monitor their work progress. Why Homework Schedules Are Effective If you’re struggling with homework completion in your household, or if you’re having daily battles about allotting the appropriate amount of time to homework, you’re not alone....
1. Try the Colic Carry Photo source: Flickr Tummy problems are often the culprit of inconsolable crying. The “colic carry” helps relieve some of the pressure in your little one’s belly and can help soothe their tears. Lay them on their tummy across your forearm, cradling their head in your hand. Your other hand can come up onto their back or stay underneath your cradling hand to help stabilize them. Once your baby’s secure, gently sway them side to side to help relieve any air bubbles in their delicate tummy....
Not only will your child no longer be living under your roof any longer, but it also can be very challenging losing that daily connection you were so used to. For most parents, the challenge then becomes balancing the goal of being there for their child while not being intrusive. Empty Nest Syndrome When your teen moves on to college, this represents a significant step toward adulthood. In fact, many parents see this transition as a symbolic end of childhood....
As she sat sleeping in her car seat in the middle of the living room floor, my husband and I debated and finally argued over what to do with her. Should we lay her in her new crib? Maybe she should have a change of clothes. Finally, she woke up and cried, giving us an opportunity to try out all of our new parenting skills. The good news is that taking care of a baby’s basics needs is very simple....
Teaching Kids About Money Teaching kids how to be wise and self-disciplined when earning and spending money will not only prevent a lot of behavior problems, it also will be a skill that helps them for the rest of their lives. To start, look at your own habits and behaviors regarding money and address any issues like excess spending or too-rigid savings goals. The goal is to be a good role model for your kids....
