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For example, in 2015/2016, a set of boy/girl twins were born in San Diego. A baby girl named Jaclyn was born at 11:59 p.m. on December 31, 2015, while her brother Luis arrived at 12:02 a.m. on January 1, 2016. In 2013/2014 in Washington, D.C., another set of boy/girl twins straddled the new year. Lorraine Yaleni Begazo arrived at 11:58 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31, 2013, while her brother, Brandon Ferdinando Begazo made an appearance at 12:01 a....

Using an Exercise Ball in Pregnancy These balls are great for relieving discomfort during pregnancy. It provides a firm, yet the soft place to sit. It also forces good posture, allowing for decreased straining of your muscles. When moms are learning to squat the birth ball can help them achieve this without the need for a partner. Simply by placing the birth ball on the wall and then leaning with it against your shoulder blades, you can learn to squat and gently ease into it, without fear of falling and no partner required!...

As with varicose veins, when a varicocele is present, the vein’s valve that helps blood flow upward to the heart becomes dysfunctional. This causes blood to pool in the area. This may lead to swelling, testicular shrinking, infertility, and sometimes pain. Varicocele’s are relatively common, occurring in up to 15% of men. They are, in fact, the leading cause of male infertility, found in 40% of men with low sperm counts....

When cardiac (heart) and limb defects are involved, the condition is referred to as VACTERL association. Symptoms Since VATER syndrome involves a collection of several different congenital malformations, the signs and symptoms can vary from person to person. The most common symptoms include: Vertebral anomalies: An abnormal curvature of the spine, malformed vertebrae or ribs, or absence of a tailbone are seen in 60% to 80% of children with VATER syndrome....

At Verywell Family, we work hard to give you detailed and unbiased information on products that can help improve your family’s health and well-being. This means that we do thorough research to make sure we’re recommending the best products for you and your family at every stage. Dietary supplements are not one-size-fits all. Needs vary by individual and also based on many factors, including age, life stage, diet, and existing medical conditions and medications....

According to The Case Foundation: Millennials engage with causes to help other people, not institutions.Millennials are influenced by the decisions and behaviors of their peers.Millennials treat their time, money, and assets as having equal value.Millennials need to experience the cause’s work without having to be on-site. While some young adults are satisfied with giving money and then tracking where that money goes, others want a much more personal experience in giving back....

While statistics vary from country to country, most estimates suggest that ectopic pregnancies occur in around one of every 50 pregnancies. Understanding Your Risk of Ectopic Pregnancy There are a number of factors that can place a woman at risk of an ectopic pregnancy, some of which we can change and others we can’t. It’s important to note that in women who have had tubal sterilization or use IUDs, the risk of ectopic pregnancy is still lower than in women who use no birth control at all....

Puberty is a transition that everyone goes through. It is a time of change during which the human body transforms from that of a child to the body of an adult. Hormones will cause different growth in boys and girls and can cause havoc with a young person’s emotions and even their body and skin. It can be difficult for kids to not compare themselves to their friends who are maturing faster than they are....

Charting your basal body temperature is a relatively easy and inexpensive way to track ovulation. All you need is an accurate thermometer, a fertility charting app or program (there are lots of free ones available), and some patience. Overview While you might think of your temperature as either being normal or feverish, there are a lot of normal variations in between. Our body temperature changes based on movement, how much sleep you’ve had, the time of day, exercise levels, and hormonal changes....

Many pregnant people wonder how pregnancy will affect their vagina, and if delivering a baby will permanently stretch it out or cause incontinence. Growing an entire human being isn’t always easy, and your body will change as a result. However, while your vagina will be impacted by giving birth, most of these changes are temporary and/or can be lessened by interventions like doing pelvic floor exercises. Learn more about your vagina after birth....

No matter how you feel about going back to work, the fact remains that you’ll likely need to arrange for childcare when you do. Some parents rely on other family members for this, while others might drop their little one off at a daycare. Many parents hire a nanny to care for their baby during the day. Nannies come to your home to care for your child or children. While they generally cost more than daycare, nannies are able to give their attention to just your child in a space they’re already used to, which makes them desirable for many families....

Doctors fear that as COVID-19 restrictions end, so too will the temporary suppression of illnesses such as RSV, chickenpox, strep throat, flu, and more, potentially causing further epidemics down the line. What Is Immunity Debt? According to a study conducted in France, an immunity debt is caused by a lack of exposure to regular bacteria and viruses. All the measures taken to suppress the spread of COVID-19, such as social distancing, increased hand-washing, and sanitizing, also helped stop the circulation of other common illnesses....

Why It’s Important According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 23% of deliveries in the United States are induced. There are several methods to encourage labor, but in medical settings, one of the most commonly used is the drug Pitocin. In fact, according to the National Partnership for Women and Families, 63% of induced labors include the use of Pitocin. Uses for Pitocin There are many reasons Pitocin is used to induce labor....

However, these incidents are not uncommon or pathological, particularly in young children and again when tweens and teens begin pushing boundaries in adolescence, says Arthur Lavin, MD, FAAP, a pediatrician and chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Committee on Psychosocial Aspects of Child and Family Health. The most important thing is to address the stealing in a way that teaches kids that steading is wrong and motivates them not to do it again, suggests Dr....

Even with vaccinations, students are still experiencing breakthrough cases of the virus, so you need to be prepared. Do you bring your student home? Do you encourage them to isolate at school? How do you track their symptoms? “If your child tests positive for COVID-19, the first thing I would do is take a big deep breath,” says Joseph Gastaldo, MD, an infectious disease specialist and the system medical director of infectious diseases for OhioHealth....

For the most part, experts still caution against traveling too far from home, unless absolutely necessary. But there are ways it can be done if need be. What the CDC Says About Travel The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel guidelines have not changed much since the beginning of the summer, despite the fact that beaches along the east coast and in Florida have been experiencing increasing numbers of coronavirus cases since re-opening....

On October 12, 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that there is currently a shortage of the immediate-release version of the prescription drug Adderall. That’s the brand name for amphetamine mixed salts, the most common treatment for ADHD. Teva, one of the companies making the medication, has been experiencing constant manufacturing delays. Although others are producing the drug, the supply is not meeting the high demand. Some families who rely on Adderall are having trouble getting their prescriptions refilled at the pharmacy amid what Teva says is “historic demand” for the drug....

What Are Tree Nuts? Tree nuts, for the purpose of food allergies, include the following types of nuts (remember, peanuts are actually not a tree nut, but a legume). If any of these are present, a warning will be included on food labels stating that the product contains tree nuts. If your child has a known allergy to nuts, also be careful about cooking oils and additives that are in soaps, lotions and other things you might be putting on your baby’s skin....

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....