You’ll need to take the emotional and practical aspects of a new living arrangement into account as you plan a discussion with your child (and your ex). Here are some dos and don’ts to keep in mind when discussing a change of residency with your child. What to Do You need to engage your child in a meaningful conversation about your family’s residential custody arrangement before deciding whether it’s the right time to make a change....
I raised a sweet, brilliant human being who cares deeply about other people, consumes information voraciously, and who her synagogue leaders describe as “a firecracker” and “destined to change the world.” She dotes on her pit bull mix, Cap, and loves playing League of Legends with her dad. She sings to herself while folding laundry, filling the house with “Jack’s Lament” from “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” and needs to learn to leave the door to my office closed....
History of the Back to Sleep Campaign The biggest gains in reducing the rates of SIDS came with the recommendation that all babies be put to sleep on their back – the ‘Back to Sleep’ campaign that began in 1994. Since then, the rate of SIDS has decreased by just about 70 percent. Unfortunately, since then, the incidence of SIDS has plateaued. The original Back to Sleep SIDS policy statement from the AAP Task Force on Infant Position and SIDS came out in 1992 and was simply named “Positioning and SIDS....
Now, people may be talking about them, spreading rumors, or excluding them altogether. According to a study published in 2017, it’s possible that up to 41% of adolescents have been cyberbullied at some point. This means a large percentage of your student population is dealing with the issue on some level. As a result, these hurtful actions also impact the school environment for everyone involved — the bullies, the victims, and the bystanders....
As the meal provider for a multi-person family, grocery shopping can consume a serious chunk of your time each week. You may feel like you’re constantly hitting the store for odds and ends you forgot or are spending more money on food than you’d really like to. You’re not alone! Many moms and dads of large families find it tough to keep up with the dietary needs of multiple children....
Keep reading to get some easy-to-set-up water activities from experts who are also parents. Whether you have a huge backyard or live in the middle of a big city, these water activities will have the whole family spending the summer months engaged and excited. Car Wash Washing the car isn’t just a chore. “A car wash is a great way to incorporate water play with a bit more direction,” says Jennie Monness, co-founder of Union Square Play, a global virtual parenting community and play space in NYC....
While 2 months is a very exciting time developmentally, it’s not without challenges. Your baby still may have some colic now, and some fussy evenings. Not only that, but they aren’t sleeping through the night yet. It’s normal if you are still feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, even as you marvel at the amazing ways your baby has grown and changed. Let’s look at what your baby is able to do now that they are two months old, as well as what to know about everything from feeding, and sleep, to baby care and health and safety....
Giving your little one a witch baby name doesn’t necessarily ensure they’ll turn out to be magical themselves, but it does show your friends and family how much you enjoy popular witches like Hermione Granger from Harry Potter and the Sanderson sisters from Hocus Pocus or how much you know about the history of witchcraft. Agnes Origin: Greek Meaning: Pure, chaste Alternative Spellings & Variations: Aggie Famous Namesakes: Agnes Sampson was a famous midwife and accused witch in Scotland in the 1500s....
“[Your child] should settle into routines and patterns of behavior that are more recognizable,” explains Samuel Werner, DO, who is board-certified in family medicine. He explains that 5-month-olds love trying out many new activities for the first time, which caregivers can help them repeat as much as possible. Your growing 5-month-old is making big strides cognitively and verbally, is a big fan of eating (possibly even solid foods!), learning how to sleep for longer stretches, and using those rolling skills to keep you on your toes....
To make it go smoothly with happy memories at the end, parents need to line up multiple summer child care options around a schedule of vacation dates and activities—while at the same time trying to infuse some summer fun into their kids’ days. That’s a tall order, so it’s best to start the summer planning as soon as you can. This step-by-step guide for summer planning will help you get started....
This lack of social connection also puts these students at risk for bullying. Bullies tend to target kids who are socially isolated. Even just one healthy friendship can go a long way in preventing bullying. As a result, it is increasingly important that teachers and administrators do what they can to help socially isolated students connect with others. If you recognize that a student is being isolated socially, here are five ideas on what you can do to help....
There are many deodorant and antiperspirant options. Go over the pros and cons of each with your child in order to find the best option. Deodorants prevent and mask smells caused by bacteria on the skin (sweat itself is actually odorless), while antiperspirants actually block sweat glands to keep armpits dry. Some parents have concerns about the active ingredients in antiperspirant—typically, aluminum—but there is conflicting evidence that these ingredients cause health problems and more research is needed....
If you have a teen who wants to get inked, you probably have many questions about the logistics and laws, as well as safety, of tattoos. Here are some of the key facts and figures about tattoos for minors you and your teen should know. How Many Teens Have Tattoos? The American Academy of Pediatrics addressed parental concerns about tattoos for minors in its 2017 clinical report, “Adolescent and Young Adult Tattooing, Piercing, and Scarification....
Some uterine malformations are present from birth, while others develop during adulthood. Most often, women with uterine abnormalities do not have any symptoms and are not aware of these malformations before they become pregnant. Diagnosis of congenital uterine malformations usually comes after a hysterosalpingogram (HSG), but this test can miss some conditions, such as uterine septum. Any abnormal HSG should be followed by a hysteroscopy. A uterine septum is a band of fibrous tissue that partially or completely divides the uterus, usually without a good blood supply....
Consider these alternatives for teens who don’t want to be involved in traditional sports. A Part-Time Job A part-time job provides teens with a multitude of benefits. In addition to the money your teen will earn, a job teaches a variety of life skills. A working teen alsowill have an opportunity to gain more responsibility and to prepare for life after high school. A Creative Hobby Today’s teens don’t participate in hobbies as much as earlier generations did....
Published in Environmental Health, the study finds that exposure to air pollution during pregnancy may increase a child’s risk of being overweight. Though more research is needed, initial results show that those babies gain weight more quickly during their first year of life, potentially leading to health concerns now and in the future. About the Study Researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder followed 123 Hispanic mother-child pairs in Southern California....
Overview The drawback of making homemade baby food is that it can be a lot of work, including boiling, steaming, baking, peeling, deseeding, chopping, pureeing, mixing, heating, and cleaning of the blender and other kitchen tools. No wonder many of us stock up on prepared jars of baby food at the grocery store. If you choose the DIY route, we’ll let you in on a little secret: Homemade baby food doesn’t have to be a painstaking, daily endeavor....
