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There are key indicators that your child is ready to use their own cell phone, tablet, or another device with fewer (or no) parental controls or restrictions. Here, we explore why parental technology limits matter, how to institute technology rules that kids will follow (and maybe even embrace), and when kids have the ability to manage their own technology use. Why Parental Monitoring Matters Excess time on devices can be concerning for many reasons....

Doctors often advise women to have a preconception health visit with their doctor or midwife if they are thinking about getting pregnant. Your provider can help you devise a plan and ensure you are as healthy as possible in preparation for pregnancy. Post-Pill Symptoms It was once believed that once you stopped taking the pill, you should wait two to three menstrual cycles before becoming pregnant. Doctors also once believed that if you got pregnant right away, there was a higher chance of miscarriage....

Many people, however, find that their housing needs change as they get older, and what used to be the perfect house is now something with which they’re a bit discontented. Statistics show that more and more baby boomers are moving. The trend these days is not to buy a house when your children are young and live in it until you die or are forced to move. Middle-aged men and women are moving—not necessarily because they have to, but because they want to....

More: 50 Unique Baby Names You’ve Never Heard Of Emma, which means all-embracing (according to our baby name meaning tool) and has German roots, has topped the list since 2014, followed by nine other names that likely sound familiar to you, as well: As for boys, Liam has held the top spot on the list for the second year in a row, followed by: On both lists, the second-place names, Olivia and Noah, are in the number two spot for the second year in a row, with William also holding steady in third place for the second year in a row....

For some children, being bored at school is an occasional occurrence, but for others, it’s an ongoing complaint, one that causes real distress, apathy, or frustration, and can even lead to school avoidance or school refusal behaviors. “This is a very common problem,” says Natalie Gwyn, PhD, LCMHC, NCC, MEd, a school counselor, professor of school counseling at Walden University, and therapist in Greensboro, North Carolina. “I encourage parents and teachers to think about what can be done to help foster their engagement and learning....

Over-the-top birthday parties, lavish vacations, piles of electronics, and constant entertainment sounds like a great childhood on the surface. But giving kids too many possessions, too many privileges, and too many opportunities can actually be bad for them. In fact, in some cases, overindulging children actually constitutes neglect and it can have lifelong consequences for many children. Types of Overindulgence Overindulging children isn’t just about buying lots of holiday gifts....

If your child completed the Moderna primary series (two shots) at least two months ago, they can get a Moderna bivalent booster.If they are still in the process of getting their three Pfizer primary series shots, the third one will be a bivalent booster.If they have completed the three-shot Pfizer series, they do not need a booster yet. This is great news. However, many parents have questions and concerns about the safety of these vaccines and if they are right for their child....

There are many areas that may be checked during your physical exam, including: Blood pressure Blood work Breast exam Pap smear Pelvic exam Pregnancy test Ultrasound (if you’re having pain or bleeding or underwent fertility treatments) Urine screen for protein and sugar Weight You will probably be seen for your first appointment between 8 and 10 weeks gestation, though you may be seen earlier if you’re having problems or if it’s your doctor or midwife’s policy....

Below, moms who have encountered the NICU share their children’s diagnoses, their tips for handling it emotionally, and what others can do to support a NICU family. Jackie Rosen Why Was Your Baby Admitted to the NICU? She had transient tachypnea of the newborn, a condition that often occurs with C-sections. She was born by scheduled C-section three weeks early, all due to my numerous disabilities which led to my inability to physically handle the pregnancy anymore....