By assigning your kids chores like feeding pets and sweeping the floor, you are sending them an important message: that they are a contributing member of the family. Here’s why chores aren’t really a chore for your child and the best ways to assign them. Why Chores Are Important Giving your child chores to do has a number of benefits, not only to your household but to their personal development....
Traveling with a baby is no easy feat. You need your run-of-the-mill items like diaper bags, changing pads, pacifiers, clothes, and toys, but then you also have to think about larger items like car seats, strollers, carriers, and where baby is going to sleep. There are a lot of travel cribs on the market and each comes with different features depending on what parents want and need. The Graco Pack ’n Play Cuddle Cove Playard is one such option which comes with a changing station, removable vibrating seat and bassinet, built-in shelves, and, of course, a spacious, mesh-enclosed playard....
Also, keep in mind: the grants rarely cover the entire fertility treatment bill. And many organizations require grant winners to agree to appear in public relations materials. Nationally Available Grants A listing here is not an endorsement. As always, carefully consider whether the grant is right for you before applying. Baby Quest Foundation (all-inclusive in terms of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, medical issue, etc., which is rare) INCIID IVF Scholarship (not officially a grant, but provides donated IVF cycles) Parenthood for Me Grants (can be used for infertility treatment or adoption) Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation SAMFund (Surviving and Moving Forward) Grants (only for cancer survivors) The Tinina Q....
For example, if a child has the strength and muscle tone to climb the ladder of a slide, but they can’t place their feet in the right spots and in the right order to reach the top, they may have poor motor planning skills. Here is what you need to know about gross motor skills. What Are Gross Motor Skills? Gross motor skills are those used to move the arms, legs, and torso in a functional manner....
This is where hands-free baby products really come through for new parents. And they have come a long way over the past decade or so. If you are curious about what makes a product “hands-free” and how it can help you, particularly during that first year with baby, we are about to get up-close-and-personal with the ever-expanding category. Because let’s face it: When it comes to raising kids, it takes not only a village but an arsenal of clever tools as well....
According to a CDC press release: “When health care providers recognize symptoms as soon as possible, there is a better chance of detecting the cause of AFM, which might help predict the outcome.” Symptoms of Acute Flaccid Myelitis Acute flaccid myelitis is a disease that affects the gray matter in the spinal cord, causing muscle weakness and a loss of tendon reflexes, says Leann Poston, MD, MEd, a physician and contributor for Invigor Medical....
Tips for Reducing Holiday Anxiety in Kids Try these tips for lessening the stress of the holidays on the whole family. Set a Calm Example The most important way parents can help ease anxiety in children during the holidays is by trying to keep things relaxed as much as possible. As with so many situations, the way parents handle an issue can set the tone for how their kids will behave....
Everyday Items to Make Into Toys for Kids Tunnels and other obstacles, or construction materials: Cardboard boxes, sheets of cardboard, or sofa cushions Hand weights: Fill plastic bottles or milk jugs with colored beads, dried beans, or even water to add weight. Vary levels and contents for desired heaviness, then work those triceps and biceps. Coach kids carefully so they’re less likely to drop a weight on their toes. Or have them lift arms while seated....
Below, we look at how medical providers diagnose this condition, common causes, treatment options, and how it differs from miscarriage. We also explore the impact a nonviable pregnancy may have on your fertility and how to cope with this heartbreaking unforeseen end to your pregnancy. Viable vs. Nonviable Pregnancies While the concept of a viable and nonviable pregnancy is relatively easy to grasp, it is governed by strict definitions. From a clinical perspective, a viable pregnancy is one in which the baby can be born and have a reasonable chance of survival....
What Is a Dilation and Curettage? A dilation and curettage is a surgical procedure that can be used for a few different purposes, such as diagnosing abnormal bleeding or other conditions affecting the uterus, as well as for removing tissue from the uterus after a miscarriage. The procedure starts with the dilation, or expansion, of the cervix, which is the long narrow end of the uterus that connects the rest of the uterus to the vagina....
Level of Difficulty: Easy Time Required: 25 - 30 minutes 6 Steps In just six easy steps, you’ll have properly frozen breast milk that can be used for up to a year. Choose Your Storage Container There are many different types of containers that can be used to store breast milk including breast milk storage bags, plastic bottles, glass containers, and breast milk trays. If you use disposable bottle liners for freezing breast milk, they may require additional protection to stop leaking and contamination....
Proper interventions can help many kids stop biting, but it’s important not to punish a toddler for biting or bite them back. See the tips below on what to do and what to avoid. Staff Interventions Toddlers are almost certainly too young for a lecture or even timeout. Some interventions may actually reinforce biting behavior. Instead, keep it simple and use these tactics: Try to intervene or distract the toddler and say “No bite” firmly, but calmly, if they are about to bite....
Changes and disruptions to routine are mostly to blame, says Parker Huston, PhD, pediatric psychologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. “We develop habits and tricks that get us through the day easily when we have a routine. One of the biggest stressors and frustrations people have been feeling over the past year is that everything you do has a new process for it or way to think about it,” Huston tells Verywell Family....
How to Ship Breast Milk To ship your breast milk, first collect it and freeze it, making sure to leave some space in the containers for the milk to expand. Next, pack it securely in a styrofoam cooler with dry ice. You can put this into a cardboard box for shipping. Supplies You Will Need The supplies you will need to pack and ship your breast milk include: A hammer to break the dry ice, if necessaryA shipping boxA thick coolerDry IceGlovesNewspaper or packing paperPacking tapeStrong, sealable plastic zip-type bagsThe proper shipping labelsYour frozen breast milk...
Most people may have no idea where to begin to plan a funeral for an infant, and that’s okay. There is no specific organization that must be met for a service, and the only thing that is important is that it honors your baby in whatever way best meets the needs of you and your partner. Let’s talk about some of the things you may wish to include, from music to readings, as well as resources that are available as you grieve....
Just talking about the holidays in general can be fraught with emotion. While it may be tempting to put off telling them until the last minute, you should talk to your family sooner rather than later. If you aren’t sure where to begin, try these suggestions to help you get the conversation started. Give Yourself Permission to Stay Home One of the most important aspects about communicating your plans to stay home is first being secure in your decision....
Symptoms Symptoms of thrush in babies include white or yellowish raised spots on the sides of the mouth and on the tongue. Initially, these spots are painless, but they can quickly become irritated and lead to sore throat and mouth pain. It can also spread to the diaper area, causing redness and soreness. Your baby may also cry or seem irritated during feedings. In nursing mothers, symptoms can include vaginal yeast infection, red sore nipples, and a burning sensation in the nipples or breast after breastfeeding....
Overview There are several types of breech positions, including a complete breech (the baby’s bottom and feet are down in the pelvis with the knees bent and up to the chest), an incomplete breech (one leg is bent at the knee and the other is straight and extended upwards), a frank breech position (both legs are extended up toward the shoulders), and a footling breech (the legs are extended below the baby’s bottom)....
