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Menstrual Changes After Childbirth During pregnancy, you learn a lot about your body and get lots of guidance from other women. However, one thing that is rarely discussed is postpartum periods and how they can change. Symptoms The flow, duration, and level of cramping during your period may change. Some women who had very heavy periods before pregnancy find their periods may be much lighter or vice versa. Some mothers find that their periods haven’t really changed, while others find them more or less painful....

First, congratulations on reaching the third trimester! Although you may still feel worried because of your pregnancy history, you’ll need to start preparations for delivery if you haven’t already. Gather up all the things you’ll need on hand for your baby’s arrival — and keep in close contact with your doctor to make sure the rest of your pregnancy is smooth sailing. Here are some highlights from our pregnancy guide, which can help you better understand this stage of the game....

Below is a list of resources that can foster anti-racist conversations with the children, teens, and young adults in your family. Books for Children One of the best ways to teach kids about anti-racism is by reading books that they can relate to. Below is a list of the best books that can help facilitate conversations about racism and social justice with children. As you read these books together, take time to talk about the characters and what they’re experiencing....

What is also really fun about spring is that the months during the season are popular names in themselves! You could name your little one April, May, or June to celebrate when they were born. Even if your baby isn’t born in spring, you could celebrate the season if it has meaning for you. If you are looking for a spring baby name for your child on the way, keep reading for inspiration....

Meanwhile, a two-syllable name might be just perfect for tripping off the tongue as well as meeting the other needs. Among the most popular names in 2021 were the two-syllable Emma, Ava, Noah, and Liam. Three-syllable Sophia, Evelyn, Benjamin, Elijah, and Oliver were also in the top 10. When considering the name for your new arrival, be sure to test how it sounds out loud. You will be saying that name for a great many years to come....

For parents, this brings up important concerns around online safety. But don’t panic, there are programs out there that provide protected email for young kids. Most child-friendly email options make use of a restricted list of approved email addresses as determined by parents. Spam and other unwanted messages generally can’t get through. So, you don’t have to worry about strangers or solicitors emailing your child. We’ve gathered the best of the child-friendly email options out there for you to consider....

Facts About Being Bulled in College If you have a high school student who is about to enter college or a young adult who already in college, here are five facts about bullying that you should know. Bullying Doesn’t End in High School While a majority of bullying peaks in middle school and subsides by high school, new research indicates that bullying may never completely go away. In fact, if bullies are not taught to take responsibility for their actions or are not disciplined for bullying others, this will become a pattern of behavior for them especially if it gets them the results they desire....

While this can be painful to recognize, don’t feel bad if you discover this is your situation. Likely, you’re a kind and generous person who accepts people for who they are. The important thing is that you recognize the signs that your friend doesn’t respect you and move on. The best friendships are healthy and rewarding relationships. In these friendships, you not only bring out the best in one another, but you also enjoy spending time together and appreciate one another’s differences....

Whining is a fairly common behavior problem in children. From an early age, most kids recognize that whining can often be effective. It’s a good way to annoy adults into submission. That’s why it’s important to curb it as soon as possible. Without proper intervention, whining can get worse—and a whiny kid is likely to turn into a whiny adult. These steps can help you stop your child’s whining....

And of course, some teens seem to love drama. Whether they’re spreading gossip or starting trouble on social media, they thrive on the excitement. Whether your teen has an on-again off-again romantic relationship or he’s having a meltdown over the latest social media conversation, a daily crisis of some sort may seem inevitable. For parents, the constant turmoil can be frustrating. But, rest assured, this phase should pass. Much of teenage drama has to do with biology....

While modern ultrasound technology is relatively reliable, a scan that shows the all-clear sign doesn’t necessarily mean that everything is okay. Similarly, a scan that raises a red flag could very well be a false alarm. As with all imaging tests, ultrasound results are subject to interpretation and prone to human error. Any misreading is unfortunate as it can cause extreme emotional distress for the parents and expose the baby and pregnancy to unnecessary interventions....

Get a tournament going or just kick the ball around for fun, you can even toss extra fitness challenges into each base to ramp up the exercise quotient. The kids won’t even realize you’re sneaking in the extra fitness!

Understanding Chromosomes To understand what an aneuploidy is, you’ll need to first learn about chromosomes. Chromosomes are the structures that contain our DNA. They are located in the nuclei of all of our cells. Normal human cells have 46 chromosomes comprised of 23 chromosome pairs. Half of our chromosomes come from our mothers and the other half from our fathers. The first 22 chromosome pairs, called autosomes, are the same in males in females....

Overview You might assume that men with azoospermia can’t have genetic children, but this isn’t necessarily so. With the help of assisted reproductive technology, and sometimes with the help of surgery, some men with azoospermia can have genetic offspring. This is not, however, always possible. In these situations, using a sperm donor, embryo donor, or pursuing adoption or a childfree life are alternatives. Sperm Production To understand azoospermia, having at least a basic understanding of how sperm are produced and get into the ejaculate can help....

To keep a watchful eye on their sleeping babies, many parents turn to video baby monitors. Today’s models offer plenty of other features besides a video feed—including two-way audio, temperature readings, and zoom. The Babysense Video Monitor (model V24) offers all of these features at a budget price tag. To see how this affordable baby monitor performs in real life, my husband and I gave it a go during our 1-year-old son’s snooze sessions....

Chances are, you’ve received some information about your child’s schedule and realized that at least some of the preferences and needs you mentioned at your child’s last IEP or 504 meeting have not been addressed. Your child’s needs may also have changed over the summer, and you may need to communicate more with staff before the school year starts. Your child might be unusually anxious about returning to school, especially if they are returning to a different school, classroom, or teacher....

The amount of time children spend in foster care varies greatly by state. Many states are working to reduce the amount of time children are in state custody by trying to reunify children with their birth families or place them for adoption sooner. On average, children remain in foster care for two years. Six percent of children in foster care remain in foster homes for five or more years. There’s always a huge need for adoptive homes in most states....

You may also be familiar with DHA as being a form of omega-3-fatty acid. The excitement that prompted adding these compounds to formula and food was the finding that these compounds—previously found only in breast milk—aid in the development of the visual and central nervous system. DHA and ARA in Formula Behind this excitement lies concern over a baby’s eventual intellect. We have learned that breastfed babies have a higher IQ, on average than formula-fed babies....