Better your understanding of this diagnosis with this review, which includes the risks and possible treatments for this condition. Effect of Lupus Anticoagulant on Pregnancy Lupus anticoagulant antibodies are one of the markers for antiphospholipid syndrome, a disorder in which the body creates antibodies against phospholipids (a normal component of human blood cells). Accordingly, lupus anticoagulant and other antiphospholipid antibodies can cause tiny blood clots that can lead to pregnancy complications, including miscarriage....

Adult Mean Girl Behavior What most people refer to as “mean girl behavior” is really relational aggression, which is a specific type of bullying designed to harm the social relationships and status of an individual. Essentially, people who engage in relational aggression aim to make you look bad to others. Additionally, they may try to intimidate you by threatening to leave the relationship you have with them. Although it can be referred to as “mean girl” behavior, relational aggression is not restricted to girls and women....

The way to combat this type of negative thinking is to use what are known as metacognitive abilities, which are a normal part of development. Metacognition allows us to self-reflect, monitor our thoughts, and come up with practical solutions to problems. What Is Metacognition? Metacognition, essentially, allows us to know what we know, to think about thinking, and to understand our sense of self. Tweens tend to have relatively strong metacognitive abilities compared to young children, but these skills are still being learned, and they can be sharpened with help from parents and teachers....

In addition to having a different name, it is made with a different mix of milk proteins. Instead of the 100% whey “comfort proteins” found in Good Start Supreme, NAN is made with a combination of whey and casein milk proteins. It is basically the same as the older Good Start Essentials line of baby formula made by Nestle. Availability NAN is also available in the United States and is sold in many grocery stores in areas where there is a large Hispanic population because they are likely to be familiar with this product....

New research conducted by researchers from the University of Utah and published in Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences found that stepchildren are not at a disadvantage compared to their peers from single-parent households. In fact, they actually experience more positive outcomes than their half-siblings. Disputing the “Cinderella Effect” In evolutionary psychology, the “Cinderella effect” is the phenomenon of higher child abuse, neglect, and mortality risks for stepchildren, due to greater conflict within blended families....

Norm-referenced tests are developed by creating the test items and then administering the test to a group of students that will be used as the basis of comparison. Statistical methods are used to determine how raw scores will be interpreted and what performance levels are assigned to each score. Examples IQ tests are one well-known form of normed testing. The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC) and the Stanford Binet-Intelligence Scale, formerly known as the Binet-Simon Test, are examples of individualized intelligence tests....

For most kids, it doesn’t get any better than Halloween. It’s a chance to dress up in fun costumes, run around with friends, and collect lots of candy. But for parents of kids who suffer from severe nut allergies, the night is marred by uncertainty and anxiety. Why does Halloween pose such a threat? The recent study sheds light on this pervasive issue, finding that holidays like Halloween and Easter cause high rates of allergic reactions in kids with nut allergies....

Made of the same absorbent material as diapers, trainers are relatively easy for children to pull up and down in order to use the bathroom while potty training. These pants offer toddlers the benefits of feeling like a “big boy” or “big girl” while saving parents the hassle of cleaning up accidents that may happen if a child wears underwear. They are especially helpful for little ones who may seem ready for potty training but haven’t yet developed bladder control....

Symptoms The symptoms of postpartum depression are similar to a major depressive episode. In the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders” (DSM-5), the description of postpartum major depression is a “major depressive episode with a peripartum-onset specifier.” Postpartum depression tends to develop within several weeks of delivery. Some experts feel the criteria to qualify for postpartum-onset should extend longer, perhaps up to six months after childbirth. Symptoms of PPD may include the following:...

However, pregnancy can bring with it some normal but unexpected (to the pregnant person), strange, or seemingly unrelated symptoms that you may not be aware of. These physical effects are not often discussed by doctors or friends and family, leaving many pregnant people who experience them needlessly surprised or worried. Here is a list of seven unusual pregnancy symptoms you may never have considered—but are actually totally normal. Nose Bleeds and Nasal Stuffiness Your nose is so far away from your uterus; how could it be involved?...

Their discoveries may make it possible to detect pregnancy complications and even save potential pregnancy losses without invasive procedures. Creating The Model Examining any internal elements of a pregnancy or fetus usually requires a needle, incision, or a method of entering the expecting mother’s body. In this study, researchers from the University of Missouri worked to remove the invasive component. Using organoids, which are stem-cell created tissues, the researchers were able to create a simulation of uterine fluid....

A bit more light and modern, Sara offers an airy take on Sarah. While those with the name Sara are often eager to share its “princess” meaning, it is also sometimes translated to mean “noblewoman.” The first well-known Sarah is featured in the Old Testament’s Book of Genesis as Abraham’s wife. Sara and Sarah are generally thought to have the same pronunciation. How Popular Is the Name Sara? Sara has been a recognizable name for centuries but has never reached the same peak as many of its counterparts....

NVLD is a neurological condition, often present from birth, that affects the right hemisphere of the brain. It does not seem to be a condition that a child will grow out of, but rather a lifelong condition. Finding what works to help a child with NVLD will help them learn how to succeed over the course of their life. Common traits of children who experience NVLD include: May appear clumsy as they struggle to judge the distance, size, and shape of objects in their environment May have trouble maintaining focus and paying attention Often very literal and may not understand humor, sarcasm, or idioms...

However, it’s essential to take care of your needs as well as your child’s. Here are some guidelines for self-care—including nutrition, weight loss, exercise, hygiene, and emotional health—for breastfeeding moms. Nutrition There are so many myths and old wives’ tales that circulate about what breastfeeding mothers should not eat, but you can pretty much ignore all of them. It’s OK to eat broccoli, garlic, onions, spicy food, citrus, and even chocolate as long as you don’t overdo it....

“If her data from her vaccination is able to help other children get vaccinated more safely and more swiftly then it seemed worth it to us,” Amy explains. “Somebody’s kid has to be the kid, so why not ours who can get the vaccine sooner and be one of the ones to help other kids?” As a neuroscientist, Amy was familiar with the process of a clinical trial. While she was a bit worried about an adverse reaction, she says she was more concerned her daughter would be the one to receive a placebo....

Whether you’re a first-time parent, have multiple kids, or are just looking for the best baby gifts to bring to a shower, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with options. The SmartNoggin NogginStik Developmental Light-Up Rattle boasts stimulating entertainment and sensory learning for babies from birth up—but does it deliver? If you have questions about this product’s design, entertainment value, and primary features, you’ve come to the right place! I took this product home, had my 10-month-old son use it, and evaluated all its key features to see if it was worth buying....