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These findings reflect real-life inequities within STEM fields. “We have a society-wide push to get more people interested in STEM, and specifically a more diverse STEM workforce," says lead study author Fashina Aladé, assistant professor in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University. “We know that some of the disparities of who participates in STEM later on start early with children’s interests.” Introducing Characters to Children The study focused on programs targeted toward children aged 3 to 6 years old....

If the baby does not get milk well from the breast, he may fall asleep or push away from the breast when the flow of milk slows down. Thus the baby may refuse the breast, be very fussy at the breast, gain weight poorly, lose weight or even become dehydrated. The mother may develop sore nipples. Why Lactation Aids Might Not Help Though artificial nipples do not always cause problems, their use when things are already going badly will rarely make things better, and usually, make things worse....

Logan remains pretty popular in the United Kingdom, but it crossed the pond, so to speak, in the 1970s, gaining interest among American parents. Although the name Logan is often associated with boys rather than girls, it has taken on a more gender-neutral element in the last couple of decades. How Popular Is the Name Logan? Logan wasn’t on the radar of most U.S. parents until the middle of the ’70s when it started making huge leaps and bounds across the Social Security Administration’s baby name rankings....

Most Common Signs of Miscarriage Knowing the most common signs and symptoms of a miscarriage (detailed below) is helpful. However, remember that experiencing more or more of them does not necessarily mean that you are losing your pregnancy. In fact, while vaginal bleeding is a potential sign of miscarriage, it is also not unusual for it to occur in pregnancies that are successfully carried to term. Still, talk with your doctor if you are having any concerning symptoms in early pregnancy, particularly pain or vaginal bleeding....

“Both PMADs and C-sections have known morbidity and mortality for moms and their babies,” says Jessica M. Vernon, MD, a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at NYU Langone Health. “Understanding the correlation between PMADs and C-sections is important for both moms and their care team so that we can do better at increasing awareness and improving the dialogue with women about these risks.” While we don’t know the exact connection between perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and higher rates of first-time C-sections, it’s a cause for concern because both PMADs and C-sections come with health risks for the pregnant individual and their baby....

Types of Preemies There are three types of premature babies, they include the following: Late Preterm: babies born between 34-37 weeks of their projected due dateVery Preterm: born at less than 32 weeks of their projected due date of pregnancyExtremely Preterm: born at less than 28 weeks of their projected due date pregnancy Babies born prior to 29 weeks are referred to as Micro Preemies. They weigh under 1-pound and are at the highest risk for complications from their premature birth....

With the new school year around the corner, parents might be feeling a mix of emotions as they get themselves and their kids prepared. They may even be wondering how other families are feeling or what back-to-school (post-pandemic) might look like for them. We reached out to 10 diverse parents from across the country. These moms and dads talk honestly about their family members’ personal challenges—including the impact of the pandemic on their kids’ mental health—and share their hopes, fears, and plans for the 2021-2022 school year....

Know Your Child’s Friends and People Who Are Close If your child has been invited to a playdate at a friend’s house, be sure to ask the parents of your child’s friend some very important key questions such as whether they keep guns in the house and who will be there to supervise the children. Get to know who all your child’s friends are and who she socialized with at school....

But expectant families may be able to breathe a sigh of relief after hearing about recent research from the University of California San Francisco, which has found that most infants born to moms with COVID-19 are healthy and well by the time they’re 6 to 8 weeks old. While research is ongoing, these early findings offer an optimistic outlook for families affected by the coronavirus. Health of Infants From Parents With COVID-19 The journal Clinical Infectious Diseases recently published the first report from the U....

Pro se is Latin for “on one’s own behalf” or “for oneself.” As a legal term, it effectively means self-representation. Embarking on filing for child custody pro se is a big responsibility and should be decided on only with a complete understanding of what the job entails and after careful consideration of all the pros and cons. The following questions and tips can help you determine the best course of action for your specific situation....

Reasons to Refrain From Exercise You will want to talk to your doctor or midwife before you exercise if you have any of the following conditions: History or symptoms of preterm labor: If you have previously had a baby before 37 weeks gestation or if you’re having signs of preterm labor, you will want to take it easy and follow your practitioner’s orders. This may be only for a few weeks or only include certain types of exercise....

Understanding the risks of a twin pregnancy before you conceive can help you make decisions regarding your fertility treatment. For example, if your doctor offers a choice of transferring multiple embryos versus a single embryo during IVF treatment, you might be more willing to try a single embryo transfer (SET) if you know your risks. Or, if your doctor doesn’t even mention SET, you can ask if you’re a good candidate for it, but only if you know your options....

Ruth is predominantly a girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “friend,” “friendship,” or “compassionate friend.” It is derived from the Hebrew word re’ut, meaning “friend.” The name is the central character in the Book of Ruth in the Old Testament, which is one of only two books named after a woman. The biblical Ruth was an ancestor of King David and the daughter-in-law of Naomi. After the death of her husband, Ruth accompanied her mother-in-law back to Bethlehem when she famously spoke the words, “Whither thou goest, I will go....

Not only will you take relief in knowing there are other parents going through exactly what you are right now, but you’ll also make invaluable connections with families and experts who can help you tackle the parenting obstacles you’ll encounter as your child grows. Support for Moms With Postpartum Depression New parents can suffer from postpartum depression (PPD) for a variety of reasons. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that one in eight women suffer from depression before, during, or after pregnancy, so you are not alone....

Unless you have specific safety-related concerns, you might want to actually consider their request: toddler-safe scooters aren’t just a fun way to log some outdoor activity time, they’re a perfect way to build strong motor skills and a sense of independence. Here are all the ways a scooter can be great for your toddler—and how to keep them safe while using it. It’s Great Exercise According to the CDC, only about 24% of kids between the ages of 6 and 17 are getting the recommended amount of physical activity (i....

The term comes from the verb “hothousing,” which researchers coined to refer to parents’ attempts to create a “superbaby,” in other words, a genius. These parents provide every type of enrichment they can for their child, beginning in infancy. They play classical music for their infants, and may even use flashcards to prepare their infant for reading and math. When their children become toddlers, the real lessons on reading and math begin, using either flashcards or other methods of instruction....