What you need: Books from bookstores, garage sales, flea markets, used bookstores, and sales run by your neighborhood library A bookcase, a cardboard box, or other materials to make a place for books What to do: Pick a special place for your child’s books so he knows where to look for them. A cardboard box that you can decorate together might make a good bookcase. Or clear a shelf and make a special place for him to put his books with the family books....
What Is ADHD and How Is It Diagnosed? What do we know about Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and gifted kids? ADHD, especially in the gifted, has been in the spotlight of attention, concern, and passion. Three experts in the field conducted an exhaustive study and share their findings with us. What is ADHD? The core symptoms of ADHD are impulsivity, inattention, and hyperactivity. Estimates vary but the average occurrence of ADHD in school-aged children is two percent....
Some adoptive parent groups concentrate on people adopting children from particular countries, such as China, Russia, or Guatemala. Others concentrate on older children or children with special problems. Some groups—particularly the large ones—provide information on all adoption options, including U.S. (also called domestic) adoption, international adoption, and children of all ages. Some groups are politically active and lobby for changes to state and federal adoption laws, and others don’t see that as part of their mission....
New Tactics Needed He may be taller than you, he may drive and pack his own lunches. He’s still a child, still your child, and he still needs guidance, just not in the same way. Here are some things to keep in mind about the strange creature that has taken over your child’s body and is living in your house: Contrary to popular belief, your adolescent doesn’t want a fight any more than you do....
Effort: Quick and easy no sewing required Materials: Brown paper bag (large enough to cover your child’s torso Red and white poster paint and brushes Blue permanent marker Black pants or tights Black shirt Glue gun Popped popcorn Baseball cap (optional) Instructions: Paint the bag with vertical red and white stripes. After the paint dries, write the word “popcorn” with the blue marker on the front and back of the bag....
Scheduled C-Section Depending on the reason for your scheduled C-section, you may have several weeks’ notice or just a few days to prepare. Your healthcare provider will typically set a general time frame for the birth, and you will work with the office appointment scheduler to set a date and time. Many OBGYN offices can make the appointment for you, though some may require you to call the hospital to set the date....
If you’re worried about the time or space needed for gardening, know that a big yard is not necessarily required. Many plants—including fruits and vegetables—can grow in containers, on patios, or in community gardens. Here are some reasons to garden with your teen, as well as some tips for getting started. 1. Plant Care Fosters Responsibility Whether it’s flowers or vegetables, caring for plants helps teenagers develop responsibility. They also gain a sense of accomplishment and self-confidence as they raise small sprouts into full blooming beauties....
5 to 10 minutes Materials Nose tissues Directions There are so many body parts and so many new words to learn, but this activity makes it fun. As you call out body parts (ears, eyes, nose, knees, back, etc.), put the tissues on that spot on your toddler. Extensions Call out the names and have your toddler place the tissue on you.Let your toddler call out the parts to you and check if you put the object on the right place....
This irrational approach results in the two major buffet blunders: approaching the table too quickly and putting too much food on your plate. Before piling food on your plate, look at the dining tables. If utensils and/or plates are already there, you don’t need to look for them at the buffet table. Remember, if place cards are on the tables, do not shift them around to suit yourself. Then take a look to see whether the buffet has one or two lines....
But your child cannot go on forever drinking from baby bottles, for a number of reasons. Relying on a bottle for beverages may interfere with a toddler’s ability to drink from a cup. Kids can come to depend on the bottle to feel full. In doing so, they may easily consume too much milk and not enough solid foods, which contain a variety of nutrients. The bottle could become a source of additional calories, too, leading to an overweight child, especially when she’s allowed to suck on a bottle at will....
In fact, bullying has a lasting impact on victims. They often experience anxiety, fear, nightmares, sleeplessness, depression and a host of other symptoms. And because victims often feel vulnerable, powerless, and unable to defend themselves, bullying also can lead to stress-related conditions like PTSD. What’s more, recent research has shown that there is a direct link between bullying and PTSD. PTSD is a type of anxiety disorder that occurs after a trauma like bullying....
If you love to indulge in ceviche on a regular basis, it’s time to say goodbye for the next nine months. We reached out to experts who explain exactly why ceviche is risky for pregnant individuals and how it can affect your fetus if you do eat it while pregnant. Eating Ceviche During Pregnancy Ceviche can be a refreshing dish on a warm day. This Peruvian staple is popular in towns near water because there’s easy access to fresh fish....
Lobster is the ultimate in luxury eating, so you might think that it’s going to be off-limits alongside wine, deli meats, and soft cheeses. However, this delectable seafood is safe for pregnancy encouraged by healthcare providers and dietitians—as long as safety precautions are followed. Discover more about how to safely eat lobster during pregnancy. Eating Lobster During Pregnancy In addition to being delicious, lobster is packed with a range of nutrients that are recommended for prenatal diets, says Christine Naze, RD, CDE, a clinical dietitian at the Oregon Health Sciences University Center for Women’s Health in Portland, Oregon....
The disease is spread through contact with an infected cat. It can be spread by a bite or scratch or from contact with cat saliva on broken skin or mucosal surfaces like the nose, mouth, and eyes, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Symptoms Generally, after a scratch or bite from a cat, some pimples will form around the wound as it heals, around 3–14 days after the skin is broken....
Ectocervix: Non-mucus producing cells that form the lower third of the cervical canalEndocervix: Mucus-producing cells that form the upper two-thirds of the cervixExternal os: The opening on the outermost, vaginal side of the canalInternal os: The opening on the innermost side of the canal near the uterus The Role of Cervical Os in Menstruation Throughout a woman’s menstrual cycle, the internal and external cervical os will open and close in conjunction with the various phases of menstruation....
