The arrival of a new baby is inherently stressful. And for mothers navigating careers or jobs that don’t don’t offer much in the way of paid maternity leave, that stress can manifest tenfold. Maternity leave has come a long way in many countries, but it’s not always guaranteed, and this can impact the health of both mother and child. The Study Published in the American Economic Journal: Economic Policy, the study looked at data on the health of mothers in Norway before and after paid maternity leave became mandated by law in 1977....

However, children can get too much of a good thing. You can make sure your child is drinking healthy amounts of milk by following toddler dietary guidelines as well as any specific recommendations your pediatrician makes for your child. From birth through the first year, breast milk or formula is the perfect drink for your baby, containing the ideal balance of fat and nutrients your child needs. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, published in 2020 by the U....

128 ounces sounds like a lot—16 8-ounce cups—but 8 ounces is a pretty small serving size. If you drink one 8-ounce glass of water before and after each feeding, as well as with meals, you should be able to hit that 128-ounce goal. Here is a closer look at how much much water you should drink while breastfeeding. How Drinking Water Affects Milk Supply It may seem intuitive that if your milk supply starts to wane, drinking more water and other fluids will help to give it a boost....

The follicles that do not release a mature egg disintegrate, a process known as atresia that can happen at any stage of follicular development. About 99% of ovarian follicles will disintegrate and never become mature enough to release an egg. Follicle growth and development are tracked during fertility treatments. During superovulation (used during IVF treatment), the goal is to stimulate the ovaries to develop several mature follicles at once. An ultrasound exam, also known as an antral follicle count (AFC), may be performed as a part of fertility testing....

Physical altercations, insults, and tactics such as “the silent treatment,” are just a few of the toxic interactions parents can have that are likely to create some emotional damage to a child in the long run. Why Parents Fighting Is a Problem There’s research to suggest that a child as young as 6 months old can be negatively affected by parents who fight. But it’s not just young kids who are affected by parents fighting....

While progress reports or interims aren’t issued by every school or school district, they are very popular in the public school setting, as well as many private schools. Below you’ll find information on what you need to know about interims, along with advice on how to handle specific situations or academic issues and achieve classroom success. What to Know About Interims Interim reports are much like report cards, except the grades they include are not final grades....

And when it is used during and after a breakup it can cause all sorts of issues, both for the one being dumped and the one doing the dumping. Consequently, when your teen is navigating their first breakup, it is important that you give them some guidelines on how to handle social media, smartphones, and the Internet. Many teens are so accustomed to doing everything through texts, emails and social media, they do not realize that relationship issues are something that should still be handled offline....

Dating back to 1880, the most common living arrangement among young adults has been living with a romantic partner, whether a spouse or a significant other. This type of arrangement peaked around 1960, when 62% of the nation’s 18- to 34-year-olds were living with a spouse or partner in their own household, and only one-in-five were living with their parents. A Home of Their Own? The cost of housing is another factor sending young adults back to their childhood bedrooms or parent’s basement apartments....

Parents may worry that they will accidentally “break” or drop their baby. You might be concerned that your baby is too cold, too hot, too full, or not full enough, or sleeping too much or too little. Another worry is whether or not it’s safe to take your baby outside or to let other people hold them. “Bringing home a new baby is exciting and nerve-wracking all in one,” says Rachael Van Klompenberg, mother of Jett, 10, and Mia, 4....

Note that students with learning disabilities sometimes have difficulty with fidgeting. This is particularly true of students who also have attention deficit disorders with hyperactivity (ADHD). These tips can help to manage such motor activity, whether used alone or with a comprehensive behavior intervention plan. Tips for Teachers The following strategies can help teachers to manage hyperactivity in the classroom: Don’t Withhold Recess While it may be tempting to withhold recess or physical playtime as punishment for hyperactive behaviors, it is generally not a good idea for teachers to do that....

However, the magic of Santa can’t last forever. At some point, nearly all kids will learn that it’s actually their parents (or another family member) responsible for wrapping the presents and placing them under the tree while they’re sleeping. You might be wondering when your children will find out the truth, and whether you should be the one to tell them first. Read on to learn more about how long most kids believe in Santa Claus and what to do when they discover the truth about Saint Nick....

Choose Your Vacation Destination Wisely When Taking a Toddler Trips with toddlers are different than trips with babies. Pre-toddler, you may have been able to walk around a museum, go for a hike with your baby in a carrier, or sit at a restaurant while the baby sleeps. With a toddler, your activities need to be scheduled between nap time and mealtimes and you shouldn’t sway too much from the regular bedtime routine....

Upsetting to a child and embarrassing for a parent, temper tantrums are a normal part of a young child’s development. A preschooler’s temper tantrum often stems from frustration — not being able to properly express themselves, unhappiness with the current situation or even just being too tired, hungry or bored. If you are past the point of not allowing a tantrum to start, here’s how to stop temper tantrums:...

Help Your Teen Develop Their College List Ideally, during your high school student’s junior year, you will sit down and start thinking about which colleges are a good fit for your student. Aside from looking at majors, you will need to see if your student has the grades and test scores to be accepted. Generally, this information can be found on the college’s website. Other factors to consider are tuition costs, location, and reputation....

Most often, your water won’t break until you’re well into labor (it happens prior to the onset of labor only about 8% to 10% of the time). Still, the fear is real that you won’t know the difference between water breaking vs. discharge vs. urine. If you experience a watery discharge or feeling of leaking, these simple steps can help you determine if your bag of water has broken. Normally, you won’t experience such a huge gush that everyone near you would need to worry about getting their shoes wet (like you might see on TV)....

Crowdfunding has typically been used by artists and start-ups to get funding for projects and business ventures. However, everyday people also are using crowdfunding to raise money, but for personal needs—like medical treatment, IVF, and adoption. You’ve likely participated in crowdfunding in the past, but just not thought of it that way. If you’ve ever participated in a fundraising bake sale, you’ve crowdfunded. The cookies are like the “perks” sometimes offered by some crowdfunding campaigns....

However, the use of a fetal doppler is not recommended for non-medical purposes. Learn more about the potential appeal and risks of using a fetal doppler at home. Reasons for Using a Fetal Doppler at Home Some pregnant people may wonder if it Is home fetal doppler use okay in pregnancy. Pregnant people who use a fetal doppler at home often say that they wish to monitor their baby’s well-being and to reassure themselves that the baby is alive....

“Exercise is extremely beneficial in preparing the body for labor, delivery, and postpartum,” says Amanda DeGrace, a certified personal trainer and fitness instructor who specializes in pre-and postnatal wellness. In fact, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that pregnant people get 150 minutes of aerobic activity per week. However, not all workouts are safe during all nine months of pregnancy, so it’s perfectly natural to have questions about whether certain exercises—such as planks, crunches, or squats—are indeed safe to do while pregnant....

Julia is the feminine form of the Roman family name, Julius, which derives from the name of the mythological Roman god, Jupiter. Jupiter presided over the heavens and light, and was responsible for the protection and laws of the Roman state. Julia can also mean “youthful,” a derivative of the Latin word “iuvenale.” How Popular Is the Name Julia? Julia was quite rare during the Middle Ages but experienced a revival during the Italian Renaissance....