Seat covers meant to replace or cover the car seat’s original padding are not safe and should not be used. Nor should a sleeping-bag style, two-layer cover that goes both under and over a child’s body. Both are unsafe because they can affect the performance of the seat in a crash. Shower Cap-Style Car Seat Covers You might want a cover to help keep your baby warm in their car seat; many coats are not safe in a car seat....
Overview Low iron may make you feel tired, have headaches, get dizzy, feel weak, or have shortness of breath. These are often things that a pregnant person may experience at some point in their pregnancy anyway, so all pregnant people have their iron levels tested regardless of symptoms. Prenatal multivitamins provide a good boost of iron, but by eating iron-rich foods, you can help further prevent or combat anemia in pregnancy and postpartum....
Possible Health Effects Several studies have been done on the possible health effects of talcum powder and baby powder use over the years. Many of the results have been inconclusive, but there are two possible associations that parents should know more about. Respiratory Issues The American Academy of Pediatrics reports that the talc or cornstarch in baby powder can be particularly harmful to babies because they can breathe in the tiny particles in the powder, damaging their lungs....
The idea of lying to your kids sounds harsh, but most of the time, it’s a harmless part of parenting. In fact, a study published in the International Journal of Psychology found that 84 percent of the American parents they surveyed lie to their kids to get them to behave. This is also known as “instrumental lying.” If that sounds like you, you are definitely not alone! That said, there are certain times when bending the truth is acceptable, while at other times, parents should be more honest....
Say “Yes” to Fish While individuals will have varying dietary restrictions, by and large, fish can (and should) be a healthy part of a pregnant person’s diet. This is because fish is a healthy, lean source of protein. Plus, fish contains many other important nutrients, such as calcium, iodine, and vitamin D. Most importantly, many fish are high in docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a type of omega-3 fatty acid essential for proper brain and eye development in babies....
The name Jack is a derivative of John, which originated in medieval England. The name went from John to Johnkin to Jankin to Jackin to, you guessed it, Jack. There is also a theory that Jack is Celtic in origin, meaning “healthy, strong, and full of vital energy.” Interestingly, the name was so common in the Middle Ages that Jack became a generic term for a man. Think about the phrase “jack of all trades”—a person who can do many different types of work....
Let’s take a look at each of these points, along with some things to watch out for during your child’s language development, myths surrounding expressive language disorder, and the next steps to take in helping your child. Definition of Expressive Language Disorder Expressive language is exactly what it sounds like: the ability to express yourself using spoken or written language in a way that is understandable and appropriate. Most children are able to use words with relative ease by the time they are about 5 years old....
In Greek, Maya means “good mother,” the Greek variation of the name is also sometimes spelled Maia. In Greek mythology, Maya was the mother of the Greek god Hermes, son of Zeus. She was also the eldest of the Pleiades, who were the seven daughters of the titan Atlas. The Romans also lay claim to the origin of the name Maya. They believe that Maya was the earth’s mother and goddess of spring....
Understanding common vaccine abbreviations can help you make sure your immunizations and your child’s immunizations are up-to-date, and it can also help you when filling out required forms. Vaccine List Common vaccines that you might see on your own or on your child’s immunization record include: DTaP: Diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis vaccine DTaP-IPV: Diphtheria, tetanus, toxoids, acellular pertussis, inactivated poliovirus vaccine (Quadracel, Kinrix) DTP: Diphtheria, tetanus, and whole-cell pertussis vaccine DT: Pediatric diphtheria and tetanus vaccine, usually used for for kids too young to get a Td HepA: Hepatitis A vaccine (Havrix and Vaqta) HepB: Hepatitis B vaccine HepB-IPV: Hepatitis B and inactivated poliovirus vaccine Hib: Haemophilus influenzae type B conjugate vaccine HPV: Human papillomavirus vaccine HPV2: Bivalent HPV vaccine (Cervarix) HPV4: Quadrivalent HPV vaccine HPV9: Noavalent HPV vaccine (Gardasil) IPV: Inactivated poliovirus vaccine IIV: Inactivated influenza vaccine IIV3: Inactivated influenza vaccine, trivalent IIV4: Inactivated influenza vaccine, quadrivalent LAIV: Live, attenuated flu vaccine such as FluMist MenB: Serogroup B meningococcal vaccines (Bexsero and Trumenba) MMR: Measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine MMRV: Measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella vaccine (ProQuad) MCV4: Quadrivalent meningococcal conjugate vaccine (Menactra and Menveo) MPSV4: Menningococcal polysaccaride vaccine (quadrivalent) MPSV4: Meningococcal polysaccharide vaccine (Menomune) OPV: Oral polio vaccine PCV: Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (Prevnar) PCV7: Seven valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (Prevnar 7) PCV13: 13 valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (Prevnar 13) PPSV23: Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (Pneumovax 23) Rota: Rotavirus vaccine RV: Rotavirus vaccine RV1: Monovalent rotavirus vaccine (Rotarix) RV5: Pentavalent rotavirus vaccine (RotaTeq) TIV: Trivalent inactivated influenza vaccine (a flu shot) Tdap: Tetanus, diphtheria toxoids, and acellular pertussis vaccine (Boostrix and Adacel) Td: Tetanus and diphtheria toxoids, used as a tetanus booster shot VAR: Varicella (chicken pox) vaccine (Varivax)...
Your baby does this without thinking about it because it’s an innate instinct that is actually quite soothing to him as well. Some babies do have a little more trouble with it, however. There’s a simple way you can test your baby’s sucking reflex and things you can do to work through sucking problems. The Sucking Reflex The sucking reflex is one of seven natural reflexes newborns have, including the Moro reflex, the grasping reflex, the rooting reflex, the stepping reflex, and the fencing reflex....
Severe pain, however, is not. Intense or prolonged pelvic pain may be a symptom of endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease. Sometimes, the aches you experience have nothing to do with ovulation. If the pain prevents you from having sex or going about your daily life, this is also not normal. Learn more about ovulation pain, why it happens, how to cope, and when to call your doctor. What is Ovulation Pain?...
The global Phase 1/2/3 study involves healthy children ages 6 months to 11 years, in order to establish whether the vaccine, developed in partnership with BioNTech, is safe and effective for kids. What’s Involved in the Trials? The first phase of the Pfizer trials includes 144 children (some of which have already received their shots) and involves identifying the preferred dosing level for three age groups: 6 months to 2 years, 2 to 5 years, and 5 to 11 years....
During pregnancy, a slightly yellowish fluid surrounds the fetus inside your uterus, allowing the baby to move, grow, and stay safe. It’s constantly adjusting, too, because your baby consumes the fluid and then expels it in an ongoing cycle. You’ll almost certainly hear someone jokingly call it “baby pee,” which isn’t entirely inaccurate, as your baby’s urine actually does comprise most of the fluid by about 20 weeks of pregnancy....
Overview The animated show focuses on things preschoolers like, including dinosaurs, music, recycling, and more. There are sing-alongs, often parodies of popular songs such as Pencil Case (Lady Gaga’s Poker Face), as well as lessons in math, pre-reading, science, the arts, and the environment. In the series, six students—Gil, Molly, Deema, Nonny, Oona, and Goby—learn from their teacher, Mr. Grouper, and play will Gil’s pet, Bubble Puppy. There are also the Little Fish, who serve as a chorus of underwater guides and help explain the lessons to the audience....
However, until you reach menopause, which is characterized as 12 months without a menstrual cycle, it is still possible to conceive—and an increasing number of people are. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, there were 1,073 women aged 50 and over who gave birth in 2019, which is up from 959 births in 2018. Meanwhile, the birthrate of women aged between 40 and 44 has steadily risen since 1985....
Essentially, prodromal labor describes pre-labor or practice contractions that hurt but don’t continue or intensify or result in going into actual labor. However, your doctor is unlikely to use that wording. Prodromal labor is not a stage of labor formally used by most OB/GYNs and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends avoiding the term. “Latent phase” is used when cervical changes are taking place but active labor has not yet begun....
Blood tests and ultrasounds are concrete, scientific ways to learn the sex of your baby, but there are plenty of myths and old wives’ tales that supposedly offer alternative routes. One such method is known as the Ramzi theory. But is the Ramzi theory actually a way to determine your baby’s sex as early as the first trimester? Below we help you make sense of this particular theory, including how reliable it, is and what experts have to say....
In some cases, the onset of preterm labor cannot be halted, while in other situations, risks to the mother or babies require an early conclusion to the pregnancy. Here are some of the most common reasons why twins are born early. But regardless of the reason, when the uterus begins to contract and/or the cervix begins to open in preparation for birth, the result is preterm labor. In some cases, it can be suspended, but when it can not, the babies will be delivered prematurely and born early....
