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Benefits of Learning About Patterns Encouraging a child’s understanding of patterns contributes to the development of mathematical thinking, including counting, problem-solving, drawing inferences about number combinations, and even algebra. Patterns are also essential to music education. Cultivating pattern awareness can develop a sense of rhythm and compositional awareness that sets the stage for music appreciation and participation. Additionally, some scientific studies suggest that the inherent relationship between math and music can be fostered at a very young age, as infants have been known to respond to aural and somatic patterns as much as older children respond to visual patterns....

Why Internal Motivation Is Hard to Maintain While internal motivation is highly desirable, many students with learning disabilities have difficulty maintaining that kind of motivation. Often this is because their struggles with learning make it difficult for them to feel the same satisfaction with their work that other students may feel. In other words, the anxiety and frustration they feel during the task can seem to outweigh any sense of accomplishment they feel afterwards....

What Is Homocysteine? Homocysteine is a type of amino acid that is naturally found in the body. At normal levels, it is not harmful, but elevated levels have been found to be associated with miscarriage as well as heart disease. Elevated Level of Homocysteine An elevated level of homocysteine in the blood results in a condition known as hypercoagulability. The word coagulation refers to blood clotting, and hypercoagulability means that blood clots more easily than it should....

While some nursing mothers are anxious to get back to the physical relationship that they shared with their partner before their baby was born, others find that they have less sexual desire—or no interest in sex whatsoever. All of these responses are normal, so don’t worry if you find that you have less of a sex drive. It’s a temporary situation, and in time, your desire and interest will return....

Babies with trisomy 13 will likely have characteristic physical abnormalities, intellectual disabilities, and problems with their internal organs. The majority of affected babies die within the first month or within the first year after birth due to the health complications associated with the condition. Approximately one in 16,000 babies are born with trisomy. Researchers believe most of babies with trisomy 13 are miscarried or stillborn. No one knows why some survive to term while others do not....

However, there are typically about 6 days in which you are most likely to conceive. Sperm are quite hardy and can survive in the female reproductive tract for around 72 hours, so you can get pregnant anywhere from five days before you ovulate to a day after you ovulate. This period is known as your fertile window. Timing sex during this six-day fertile window makes you significantly more likely to get pregnant....

I have seen this firsthand. Before the pandemic, using a screen during school was a special treat for my kids. Now, it’s a normal part of their school day; they use devices frequently in the classroom, and all of their homework is done on a computer or iPad. Like many kids, their personal devices are how they interact with friends and consume their entertainment. The question becomes: How can parents create some balance?...

Each child reacts differently to stressful events, whether it’s a divorce, family death, difficulty in school or a big move. Your child requires your help to process this stress. The first step for you, as a parent, is to recognize the warning signs that your child is struggling. Look for Signs of Stress Due to the physiological effects on the child’s brain, stress ignites a “fight or flight” response that might be beneficial in the short term—such as preparing for a test—but harmful over long periods of time....

A list of references, with contact information The 21 badges and dates earned Leadership positions A list of all the required documents Signatures of approval from the applicant, his scoutmaster, unit committee chair, council official, Eagle board of review; and scout executive Academic history: Schools attended and school activities, including leadershipReligious record: Church or temple membership or a “no affiliation” statementExtracurricular activities: Athletics, music, etc.Scouting record: A listing of Cub Scout and Boy Scout involvement, including years, leadership positions, awards, community service projects, Camporee involvement, summer camp, and any High Adventure trek participation....

The best way to encourage kids to eat a healthy, well-rounded diet is by using positive discipline. Without a positive and well-planned approach, a child’s eating habits can get worse. Melanie Potock, a pediatric speech language pathologist and owner of My Munch Bug, offers her best strategies for dealing with a fussy eater. Why Are Some Kids Pickier About Food Than Others? Many different factors can impact a child’s willingness to taste new foods and yes, some kids won’t even come near a new food, much less touch it!...

According to data compiled by FiveThirtyEight on daily births in the U.S. from 1994 to 2014, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and Christmas Eve were the three days least likely for children to be born. However, this overlap can and does happen. Add in birthdays that land between Christmas and New Year’s, which are actually incredibly common, and parents are put in a pickle. How do you make your child’s birthday feel just as special as the holiday itself?...

Ahead, we’ll explore some common fears that many pregnant people have about labor and childbirth—and some information about coping that might be helpful to know, if these are your fears, too. Fear of Pain Childbirth is painful. There’s just no getting around it. “Really nothing is going to take the pain away except an epidural, and that’s just honesty,” says Dallas Reed, MD, an OB/GYN and chief of genetics at Tufts Medical Center in Boston....

Yelling and losing our cool, in other words, can sometimes happen. But if yelling is an all-too-frequent occurrence in your home, it may be time for you to take stock of what’s going on and consider some alternative ways to communicate with your child. Reasons Yelling Is Not Effective There are several reasons why yelling is not an ideal form of discipline and is, in fact, a common discipline mistake....

While you might host the occasional impromptu sleepover for your teen, they’re also a lot of fun to plan. Sleepovers are great for a birthday, school vacation, or after-prom party and planning one is pretty easy. With a few tips, you can ensure all the teens have a great time while staying safe. Invitations When your teen sends out the invitations to their sleepover party be sure to include what your guests will need to bring, such as a pillow, sleeping bag, flashlight, etc....

Balance Self-Acceptance with Self-Improvement It’s important to teach your children that they can love themselves the way they are while also striving to become better. You don’t want them to think they can’t be happy with themselves until they lose 10 pounds or until they make the all-star team. Help Your Child Identify Their Strengths Ask them what they like about themselves. Make sure they identify qualities that reflect their personality, not just their outward appearance....

Air pollution has been linked to the premature births of up to 6 million babies worldwide every year, with indoor air pollution contributing to approximately two-thirds of the total exposure. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), cooking, cleaning, and even our pets are among the common pollutants that can negatively impact the quality of our indoor air. High levels of prolonged exposure to pollution can cause adverse health effects like respiratory infections, heart disease, certain cancers, and even death....

The usual advice that most parents remember is that they should starve a fever and feed a cold. And although it doesn’t help to make your child better, that is usually what naturally happens. Kids with fever don’t usually want to eat much while children with a simple cold often don’t feel that bad and have a good appetite. A little more specific advice will likely be more helpful for you....

Derived from the Hebrew יִצְחָק (Yitzhak), the name Isaac means “one who laughs” or “one who rejoices.” In the Old Testament of the Bible, Isaac is the firstborn son of Abraham. He is one of the three biblical patriarchs revered by Jews, Christians, and Muslims. How Popular Is the Name Isaac? A popular name in the early 20th century, Isaac lost favor for several decades before making a recent comeback....