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Children who have asthma don’t have to steer clear of sports or be sidelined. Parents will often want to pinpoint the best sports for youngsters with the condition. It’s true that some sports are better than others for kids with asthma. Here’s what parents should know before choosing sporting activities for kids who have asthma. Boost a Child’s Athletic Confidence in Preschool Children may choose the sports they want to play as early as preschool....

Although boundaries are different for everyone, when done correctly, they help teens set limits with others in order to protect themselves. Setting boundaries allows teens to communicate with other people about what is OK and what is not OK with them and is essential for teen friendships and dating relationships. Boundaries may even be necessary with some adult figures in their lives like a coach or a relative. Here are some guidelines on how to help your teen set boundaries....

In fact, one of the first pregnancy symptoms many people have is changes in their breast tissue. Breasts respond to pregnancy by changing in preparation for breastfeeding. These changes, which result from increased blood flow and hormonal changes, begin soon after conception. They include heightened sensitivity, breast pain, particularly around the nipple area, a darkening of the areolas and nipples, and enlargement of the breasts, nipples, and areola. Learn more about common breast changes that might happen during your pregnancy....

However, if the demands of early parenthood have meant that preparing healthy meals has slipped down your list of priorities, you might be wondering if it is safe to take a zinc supplement. The short answer is yes, provided that you do not exceed the recommended daily limit of 40 mg. “It is generally safe to take a zinc supplement or multivitamin with zinc in it while breastfeeding,” confirms Alice Sutton, MD, FACOG, an assistant clinical professor at the department of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive science at UC San Diego Health....

Healthy food provides a variety of nutrients for healing from childbirth, fighting off fatigue, and establishing a full breast milk supply. But, it’s not necessary to eat perfectly all the time. Here’s how your food choices can affect your breastfeeding success. Calories for Breastfeeding Most women require 450 to 500 additional calories per day while breastfeeding. Although a doughnut or a few cookies can help you reach your calorie quota, nutritious foods offer a lot more for you and your baby....

In a new Anti-Child Abuse Campaign, the Child-Friendly Faith Project (CFFP) is warning parents that some schools with religious affiliation have been manipulating the legal system to prevent parents from taking legal action against them, regardless of the harm caused to their child. The schools in question have called on the Ecclesiastical Abstention Doctrine (EAD) to avoid taking responsibility for harm caused to children in their care. What is the EAD?...

If there is a written support agreement between the military service member and the child’s other parent or when there a state court order has been in place, a military service member is required by law to provide financial support under the terms of the agreement or legal court order. In the absence of a plan for financial child support, interim support measures are determined by the military until a court order is obtained....

Even so, a toddler’s hospital stay is something that parents have to deal with every year, and something that every parent is going to react to differently. “When you learn your child requires a hospital stay, it may raise a host of feelings such as fear, stress, anxiety, sadness, shock and denial, anger, guilt and perhaps grief,” says licensed psychologist Frank Sileo, PhD, author of When Your Child Has a Chronic Medical Illness: A Guide for the Parenting Journey....

The COVID-19 vaccines have been rigorously tested for safety and efficacy—and they have not been shown to harm fertility. Moreover, the COVID-19 virus itself may have negative impacts on fertility and is known to increase the risk of pregnancy complications, findings that make it all the more important for everyone to get vaccinated. SARS‐CoV‐2 RNA in Semen One reason for initial concern about COVID-19’s impact on fertility is due to a finding in a 2020 cohort study of SARS‐CoV‐2 RNA in semen....

“Ten-year-olds are emerging adolescents. Their bodies and brains are going through these tremendous changes,” explains Aliza Pressman, PhD, an assistant clinical professor of pediatrics and psychologist at Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital in New York City. This transformation can be startling for parents and also unsettling for their children, says Dr. Pressman. However, regardless of how old they may look or seem, don’t forget (even if they do) that they are still children in need of parental support and guidance....

In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention note that over 300,000 assisted reproductive technology cycles were performed in the United States in 2018. Now, findings from a new study show that a proper diagnosis of endometriosis for people affected may impact the success of those treatments. The study, published in Human Reproduction, notes that when endometriosis is diagnosed before reproductive treatments start, it may improve the chance of successfully conceiving....

However, aggression can occasionally be a symptom of a bigger problem. In some circumstances, parents may need to seek professional help. Why Kids Behave Aggressively Sometimes toddlers are aggressive because they lack the verbal skills to get their needs met. A child who can’t say, “Don’t do that,” when their sibling takes a toy out of their hands may hit or bite to express their displeasure. School-age children sometimes behave aggressively because they can’t regulate their emotions....

Some articles will claim that women are more fertile in the month after a miscarriage while simultaneously advising women to wait before trying again. So which is it? Am I Super Fertile After a Miscarriage? Some sources will tell you that you higher fertility during the menstrual cycle following a miscarriage, whereas others will write off the notion as being a complete myth. The truth is that there isn’t a clear answer....

Understanding Birth Order There has always been a lot of interest in the study of birth order and its impact on society. Certainly, throughout history, there have been occasions when determining a child’s placement in the family was of utmost importance. The birthright of firstborns meant an opportunity to inherit family fortunes, even entire kingdoms, along with the burden of responsibility for the remaining family members. Scientists have done some interesting studies to evaluate the role of birth order in the development of personality....

Since teens are more capable and independent, parents sometimes lean on them to help out with younger siblings or handle more chores. Some parents even inappropriately vent to them or rely on them to be messengers between them and their other parent. Even though teens may be more emotionally savvy than their younger siblings, they are still not adult peers. They need support from their parents and to learn how to cope after a divorce, too....

But, there are steps you can take to petition the court to have a custody decision reversed. Many people have won their custody rights back. While winning back custody of children is not easy, focus on being proactive to help the process along. How Did You Lose Custody? Custody requirements vary by state, but there are specific reasons why a parent may lose custody of a child. Abuse or neglect Drug or alcohol issues Child abandonment Loss of contact with the child...

Yet you know that your child is more advanced that the majority of their peers. You’re also aware there are other children as advanced or even more advanced than your child. Doesn’t that mean that giftedness exists and that your child is gifted? According to some people, no, that’s not what that means. Some people believe that giftedness is what they call a social construct. What Is a Social Construct?...