Here are some fun games that will keep you both from going stir crazy. Your gear should include crumpled up pieces of newspaper (ball) (cover with aluminum foil if it won’t stay together), an empty paper towel roll (bat) and some pillows to serve as bases. Move the coffee table in the living room so you have enough space and play ball! Take a long pole (a yardstick will do) and tie a string with a magnet attached to the end....
Questions About Puberty and Body Hair My 7-year-old daughter has dark leg hair and underarm hair. Is she hitting puberty early? Maybe, maybe not. If your teen has dark hair, it might just be that the hair is starting to get even darker. African-American, Hispanic, and Indian girls, as well as girls from certain European ethnic backgrounds, can sometimes have dark underarm or leg hair without going through puberty. If your child has dark leg and underarm hair and breast development, however, that may be a different story....
Jewish people have their own holiday to celebrate this special and meaningful time: Rosh Hashanah. Maybe you’re looking for new ways to celebrate the holiday as your family grows. Perhaps you’re looking for ideas of how to bring the spirit of the holiday into your home for the first time. Let’s talk about what Rosh Hashanah celebrates, its history and background, and some family-friendly ways of celebrating it. What Is Rosh Hashanah?...
In June 2021, Schwarz Flach ran in the US Olympic Team Trials while 18 weeks pregnant. She ranked 15 out of 18.Heptathlon competitors have great range and grit—and yet none of Flach’s training prepared her for her tumultuous first pregnancy. At press time, she is six months pregnant and still dealing with morning sickness as she counts down to her November 24 due date. Flach is also a running coach who trains clients at a chiropractor’s office, and she has had to cut back on her hours (and workouts) to accommodate her illness....
The first known Sarah was a major character in the Old Testament book of Genesis (and plays a smaller role the Quran). She was the wife of Abraham, the father of Judaism, and is herself considered the matriarch of the Jewish faith. She is perhaps most famous for bearing a son, Isaac, when she was 90 years old. Her descendants through Isaac became the Hebrew people. How Popular Is the Name Sarah?...
When to Charge Rent As long as your teen is attending school full-time (whether it’s high school or college), don’t charge rent. But, don’t let him continue the free ride if he’s not furthering his education. Here are a few examples of when you should expect your teen to contribute to his room and board: Your 16-year-old drops out of high school and says he wants to get a job. Your 17-year-old quits school and says he’d prefer to just get his GED....
Early puberty may seem innocuous, or even advantageous when it comes to sports where size gives kids a leg up. But researchers have associated a number of health and psychological consequences of reaching puberty too early in life. Signs of Early Puberty For girls, true precocious puberty includes the following signs before the age of 7 or 8 years old: Development of breastsGrowth of pubic or underarm hairHaving a significant growth spurt in a short amount of timeStarting menstruationDevelopment of acneBody odor...
The complete list of state car seat laws is provided below. You’ll also find information about the phrases that commonly appear in the laws and what those might mean for you and your baby. “And/Or” Requirements There are many state car seat laws that have lists of requirements joined by “and,” which generally means the car seat or your child should meet every item on the list to comply with the law....
Baby Swim Lessons Infant aquatic programs are often enjoyable for both parents and babies. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) does not recommend actual swim lessons for babies younger than 1 because they haven’t developed the breathing skills required for swimming, which means they aren’t capable of swimming independently. Additionally, there is no evidence indicating that infant swim classes will reduce their risk of drowning. Nothing can substitute the need for parent supervision around the water....
Math Skills at Work: Grocery Shopping Here are some ways to reinforce fundamental math concepts including operations, estimation, and working with currency. Don’t try all of these activities on one shopping trip — you’ll never get home! But one or two will add a dose of fun and learn to list. Estimation Before shopping, have your child write down an estimate of the cost of each item on the grocery list....
Changes to the test such as multiple choice rather than short answer, or a reduced number of test items.Changes in the administration of the tests such as extended time, having items read using a text-reader, or having someone write your child’s answers as she says them aloud. Decisions on Accommodations for Tests Shortly after your child is formally diagnosed with a learning disability, the IEP team or Section 504 committee will likely discuss whether your child should have accommodations on his testing....
When choosing the right nursing pads, you should consider the material, whether the pads are washable (and therefore reusable, as you may go through several in a single day), and how absorbent they are. We carefully considered these features when reviewing nursing pads from the top brands. Here, the best nursing pads on the market. They’re also environmentally friendly because they’re washable, so you can reuse them over and over....
Before you purchase baby bibs, think about what material you’re looking for as you’ll definitely want something that can be wiped for cleaning or machine-washed. Also, consider the size of the bib and special features like extra snaps or food catchers. We carefully considered design, features, size, material, ease of use, ease of cleaning and value when reviewing products. Here are the best baby bibs on the market. This bib closes with a secure Velcro and is available in teal, green, navy, lavender, gray, or pink....
The study reviewed clinical information from 1,116 children and adolescents over an eight-month period across 66 U.S. medical facilities to help the medical community better understand the differences in symptoms, clinical picture, and outcomes of these conditions. Adrienne Randolph, MD, MSc, professor of pediatrics and anesthesia at Harvard Medical School and Boston Children’s Hospital, headed the Overcoming COVID-19 Network that conducted the study. She helps break down the differences between these two conditions, as well as Kawasaki disease, which often presents similarly to MIS-C....
There’s something of a question mark around probiotics for babies, which are available via beverages, foods, and supplements marketed as having immunity-boosting powers and even helping with the symptoms of conditions like colic, eczema, and antibiotic-associated diarrhea. With all the hype surrounding supplements, you might be wondering if your baby should also hop on the probiotic train. Many probiotics are similar to the microorganisms that naturally reside in our bodies, Jarosh explains....
Whether you’re an expecting parent or looking to upgrade your current model, keep reading for our insights on the Uppababy Vista V2. Plus, learn about other great Cyber Monday stroller deals you can still get below. Buy Now: Uppababy Vista V2 in Stella, $880 (normally $1,100); strolleria.com Built to last and impress, the Uppababy Vista V2 is in a class of its own. With its easy assembly, stylish yet functional design, and all-wheel suspension, the Uppababy Vista V2 earned our Best Overall spot in our single-to-double strollers lab test....
Vitamins in Breast Milk Breast milk provides complete nutrition for your baby. It contains fats, sugars, protein, minerals, and these essential vitamins. Vitamin A Vitamin A is necessary for healthy vision. Your breast milk contains plenty of vitamin A for your child. Colostrum, the breast milk that your body produces during the first few days of nursing, has twice as much vitamin A as transitional or mature breast milk. These higher levels of vitamin A, especially beta-carotene, are what give colostrum its yellow-orange color....
Why Regression Happens A significant event such as the birth of a new sibling, a divorce or separation, or a natural disaster (like a forest fire or pandemic) can set your child back in potty training. But it’s also possible for changes like illness, traveling, a change in classrooms or teachers at school or daycare, or merely a shift in routine to cause a potty-training backslide. Often, the best course of action in these situations is for you to help your child relax—and try again....
