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With so much more to think about, worry about, plan for, and manage, it is paramount that you’re taking good care of yourself. 11 Needs of Guardians of Disabled Children Here’s a partial list that may sound familiar to parents and guardians of disabled children, especially if they have a disability themself. While these are the top 11, they’re in no particular order. More Time Between PTO meetings, helping out with homework, and work deadlines, it can be hard for any parent to find “me” time....

While the word “infertility” is often tossed around, it has a clinical definition. Age can play a role in your chances of conceiving. If you’re over 35 years of age and have tried unsuccessfully to conceive for at least six months, talk to your healthcare provider about an evaluation. Whether you’re just starting out on this path or are entering your third round of in vitro fertilization, it can feel difficult to start a new month knowing the pain of the last....

Feast your eyes on these fantastic family games that everyone will be gobbling up! Indoor Family Thanksgiving Games As your family and friends gather together, you better be-leaf that these Thanksgiving party games will keep everyone engaged and entertained before, during, and after the meal! 1. Thanksgiving Bingo This is a fun Thanksgiving game for the whole family! Simply print out your bingo boards and drawing cards and you are ready to play!...

While there is no specific food or fertility diet that will magically boost your chances of conception, a nutritious and well-balanced diet can certainly help support overall health, including reproductive health, in both men and women. It’s important to note that food choices do not play a role in certain serious conditions that cause infertility in women and men. If, for example, the fallopian tubes are blocked, preventing sperm from reaching an egg, dietary changes won’t remove the blockage and open the tubes....

More: Family Dinners: The Recipe for Connectedness Ever played the “Would You Rather?” game with your family or friends? We love this game because it appeals to all ages. You can play it with everyone from toddlers through grandparents, and learn something new about your loved ones. “Would You Rather?” is also a perfect spur-of-the-moment game in situations where you need to pass time, break the ice or kick start conversations....

Sure, “mommy blogging” saw its heyday back in the early 2000s, but thanks to microblogging via Instagram, the rise of social media influencers, and a shift back to authenticity, there’s been a resurgence of traditional parenting blogs as more parents are looking to connect. These real-life moms are sharing their own family escapades publicly in engaging parenting blogs—from the difficult challenges to the joyful moments that make up modern-day parenthood....

As babies grow, so do their bellies and, therefore, the length of time between feedings increases. In addition, once you get into a good routine, you’ll discover that there are lots of things that can be done in a short period of time. Snuggle There is no better time to snuggle your baby then after a nice full feeding. This is great for you and your baby. Snuggling stimulates the production of the hormone oxytocin, otherwise known as the “cuddle hormone,” which helps a baby establish a sense of trust and maternal attachment....

When looking at “J” names, you’ll find a lot of really popular names from the last 100 years, like James, Jacob, and Johnathan, but there are also a number of more unique choices if you want to step outside the box when naming your new addition. And while a lot of “J” names have religious origins, there are options outside of this specification as well. Explore these options when deciding what to name your new baby....

There have always been retirement plans. Employers used to (some still do) provide pension plans for employees. Basically, a pension plan is an employer-sponsored retirement plan, in which the employer contributes money to a retirement fund setup on behalf of an employee. Pensions were—and still can be—good for workers, because they basically provide additional job benefits. They don’t cost workers anything. The downside of pension plans, though, is that they can make it hard for employees to leave their companies....

We rigorously tested 13 pack and plays in our Verywell Testing Lab in New York City, with a clear winner emerging as our overall favorite: the 4moms Breeze Plus Portable Playard. Following the lab test, one of our testers took the 4moms Breeze Plus out for real-world testing. Over the course of six months, she used it at her in-laws’ house for her daughter to sleep in when visiting the grandparents....

The five points in the name are the spots where the harness webbing attaches to the car seat. Two of the points are at each shoulder, two of the points are at baby’s hips, and the final point is where the harness buckles between the baby’s legs. Learn more about five-point harness car seats, including how and when to use one. How to Adjust the Shoulder Straps On almost every car seat, there are ways to adjust the height of the shoulder straps....

When the number is lower than the normal range, your thyroid levels are high and you are said to be hyperthyroid. Other numbers that your practitioner will look at on the T3 and T4 levels. These are screenings, you may require more tests or retest due to the demands of pregnancy on your thyroid. Thyroid Levels in Pregnancy If your practitioner does not routinely check for thyroid disease in pregnancy, ask to be screened....

Consider researching the names of your ancestors. There might be some real gems already in your family. You can also check out this list of some of the cutest, sharpest, most wearable vintage names. Popular Vintage Names for Girls Ada Origin: Nigerian, IgboMeaning: First daughter Alternative Spellings & Variations: Adanna, Adaugo, Adaobi Famous Namesakes: Nigerian gospel singer Ada Ehi; Nigerian artist and poet Ada Uchechukwu; English writer and computer programmer Ada LovelacePeak Popularity: Ada is the 184th most popular girl’s name of 2020....

If you are looking for first and middle names that exude high moral standards, look no further than this list of baby girl names that circle around virtue! Traditional and Puritan Virtue Names for Girls Virtue names first became popular amongst the American Puritans in the 1590s who believed them someone’s name could embody their character and spirit. Puritanical virtue names for girls often represented spiritual qualities of kindness, modesty, loyalty, and faith....

However, sometimes teens don’t make wise choices about what they’re posting, sharing, or texting. Unfortunately, one impulsive decision can affect their lives for years to come. To some teens, sending sexually explicit content is a normal way to interact with their peers. They see nothing wrong with sexting, especially if “everyone is doing it.” Meanwhile, other teens sext because they view it as a joke or feel pressured to do so....

Studies consistently show that yelling is one of the eight discipline strategies that can make behavior problems worse. This can lead to a downward spiral—yelling leads to bad behavior which leads to more yelling. Another problem with yelling is that it doesn’t teach kids how to manage their behavior. If a child gets yelled at for hitting their sibling, they won’t learn how to resolve problems peacefully. Here’s how to discipline without yelling....

More: Dressing for Pregnancy: Top 10 Maternity Clothes Tips Stephanie Manganelli; Co-Founder of Stowaway Collection Maternity, shares some festive, but classy, looks from her personal collection she loves! “Every pregnant woman needs a little black dress (LBD) in her closet, which will quickly become your go-to item as it’s so versatile and can easily be dressed up or down so that you are prepped for any occasion. Wear a LBD to work with flats and a trench coat, and then slip on a funky leather jacket, some statement jewelry, a pair of heels and head to your holiday parties....

Plus, it may seem that caring for others and being a good person are innate qualities rather than traits to be developed. However, putting an emphasis on kindness and giving your child chances to put it into action can cultivate this quality. Teaching kindness is valuable for its own sake. But studies also show that kids who display more prosocial behavior (like sharing and kindness) are happier, more well-liked, and more successful in school....