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Elias is also mentioned in other holy books belonging to other religions like the Quran. Elias isn’t just a popular first name it’s also a common last name in many cultures. Elias is a strong name that connotes strength and leadership in its bearers, just like Elijah the Prophet. In Greek, its feminine variant is Iliana. How Popular Is the Name Elias? Elias is a rather popular name in the United States....

The name Evelyn also is considered to come from combining the names Eve and Lynn, which mean life or mother of life and lake. Taken together, the name Evelyn has come to mean desired child, island in the water, life, little bird, strength. and wished for. How Popular Is the Name Evelyn? Evelyn was a popular name for girls in America in the early 20th century, remaining in the top 20 from 1907 to 1930, peaking during this run in the year 1915 at No....

As the umbilical stump begins to dry up and harden, it turns into a dark and shriveled knot before falling off completely. Once your baby’s stump finally falls off, it reveals a super cute little belly button—and, often, a small raw spot where the last bit of cord was attached (kind of like when a scab falls off). This is totally normal and should heal up pretty quickly. In some cases, though, not only does this spot seem to never heal, it actually grows into a small lump of tissue inside your baby’s belly button....

Recent studies have found that increased crawling experience may even help keep your baby safe, furthering the positive benefits crawling has on a baby’s independence. Researchers at the University of Otago investigated the correlation between crawling and risk perception and found that more experienced crawlers are less likely to fall into open water. What the Research Tells Us One of the studies, published in Infancy, looked at the effect of locomotor experience—otherwise known as the experience of different movement methods—on infants’ avoidance of sudden drop-offs....

Common Reasons for Fussiness Some causes of fussiness are the same for full-term infants as they are for preemies. However, an early birth can lead to other reasons. Premature Nervous System A baby born early has an immature nervous system. The nervous system controls the body’s movements, the senses, and the regulation of body functions. A preemie’s brain and nerves can have difficulty processing the world around them. They may be more sensitive and fuss in reaction to lights and sounds, being handled, or feedings....

It would be convenient if you could combine, freeze, and store your breast milk in the amounts that your baby is taking at each feeding. By putting small quantities of breast milk together into one container, you can also maximize the storage space in your freezer. But, is it safe? Freshly expressed breast milk or even breast milk that has been pumped and left out at room temperature, is warm....

Researchers looked at 2,569 young people who were participating in a longitudinal study in southwest England that included numerous health factors, including activity level—including intensity of that exercise—and bone mineral density. They analyzed the effect of intensity on the difference in bone health from age 12 to age 25, and found that those who pursued more high-intensity physical activity had significantly greater density at a later age than those who did only light-intensity activity....

Even mild dehydration can cause headaches, low energy levels, and changes in mood and mental status, which is especially important for children who are expected to concentrate all day at school. The good news is that there are plenty of ways you can help your child get enough to drink each day. Why Kids Become Dehydrated Children are particularly vulnerable to dehydration due to their high activity level and high ratio of body surface area to mass (meaning that when a child sweats, they lose more of their body’s water than an adult does)....

There will always be someone who thinks you breastfed for too long or too short a period. But, there isn’t a right or wrong way, and no one should judge you on the length of time you decide to breastfeed. Breastfeeding Recommendations Health experts around the world are pretty much in agreement about when it comes to breastfeeding guidelines. Here are some of the top expert recommendations: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP): Recommends breastfeeding exclusively for 6 months, then breastfeeding in addition to the start of solid foods for at least 2 years....

Materialistic Children Have Less Supportive Parents In a study of tweens and teens, parents who were emotionally unsupportive had more materialistic children than supportive parents. By support, we’re talking about the ability for the parent to talk to, encourage, and be there for their child in good and bad times. Self-esteem is the key to understanding this finding. You can teach them the value of relationships by paying them with your time, energy, and interests....

Naturally, this decision has raised questions about access to abortion, but it also has created concerns about reproductive healthcare. Depending on how the new laws define when life begins—either at fertilization or implantation—it could have an impact on fertility treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF). “I am absolutely concerned about the implications of government overreach into this space,” says Stephanie Levich, a fertility expert and founder of Family Match Consulting, who also built her family with IVF....

How Much Will Families Get? At the moment, families can receive one $2,000 tax credit per child under 17, once a year. Under the new tax credit families can receive $3,600 per child under six and $3,000 for each child under 18. The IRS will distribute part of the amount in monthly sums of $250 or $300 between July and December. It will work as a guaranteed income for one year....

But if you are interested in purchasing a nursing chair, you’ll find a plethora of options on the market. With dozens of styles ranging in price from hundreds to thousands of dollars, the process of settling on the best nursing chair for your nursery can be downright intimidating. Focusing on a handful of factors should make the process of settling on—and settling into—a chair much more manageable. While coziness may seem like too obvious a point to mention, you’d be surprised how many soon-to-be parents sacrifice comfort for style....

While they can be embarrassing and downright frustrating, temper tantrums can be resolved with a little patience and persistence on your part. These discipline strategies can help your child see that no matter what happens to him, throwing a tantrum won’t help. Reasons for Temper Tantrums When kids struggle to get a grip on what’s going on for them emotionally, they often show their frustration through their behavior. A child who isn’t sure how to deal with uncomfortable emotions like anger, sadness, and disappointment, may throw a fit....

Instead of shying away from the topic, though, consider it an opportunity to set your child up for a solid educational foundation on their own anatomy, sex, and reproductive health. It is also an opportunity to create an open line of communication between parent and child and foster deeper trust. If you and your kids can talk about sex together, you can basically talk about anything. When to Discuss Birth Control with Your Kids When you start having conversations about birth control ultimately depends on your child....

Teaching them to be independent can be a bit tricky at times however. Fortunately, these strategies can help them gain freedom and earn more responsibility one small step at a time. Make Your Expectations Known Kids usually try to rise to meet expectations from adults, as long as the expectations are clear and reasonable. If you expect too much, they’re likely to give up. But if your expectations are too low, you won’t challenge them to tackle things they’re capable of learning....

This conversation can be even harder if you experienced infertility together, as you may have some survivor’s guilt. But there are ways to broach this topic tactfully that will celebrate your good news while also honoring the pain or stress it might bring up for your friend. Don’t Keep Your Pregnancy a Secret Not telling your friend with infertility, but telling others, may seem protective and easier at first. However, it is very likely to backfire....