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Manhattan Toy’s ‘The Whoozit’ collection has been a favorite pick of parents for over 15 years—offering more than 30 toys to engage little ones. We put The Manhattan Toy Baby Whoozit Stroller and Travel Activity Toy into the hands of our 11-month-old during plenty of stroller walks to see how well it provided on-the-go entertainment. Learn more about the design, age range, and washability of this soft, easy-to-enjoy travel toy....

What exactly are meconium stools? What does it mean if your baby doesn’t pass meconium stools? And what happens if your baby passes meconium before she is born? What Are Meconium Stools? Meconium stools are the thick, sticky, black or greenish-black bowel movements that newborn babies have during their first two or three days after birth. Meconium is made up of cells and substances that were released into the digestive tract during pregnancy....

We have ideas for every mom on your list—from pregnant moms to techy moms and everyone in between. Other than Black Friday, Mother’s Day is one of the only holidays that finds direct-to-consumer brands on sale. (Don’t worry, we won’t tell anyone if you grab a gift, or two, for yourself thanks to these awesome sales.) Read on to find our favorite picks for Mother’s Day Sales this year. 1-800 Flowers: Save 25 percent on flowers and gifts with code SAVE25MDAY....

Native American names come from many diverse tribes and landscapes, including the Hawaiian islands. Because of this diversity, naming traditions tend to vary as well. A few names of places or tribes, such as Dakota and Cheyenne, have seen some popularity over the years, but most Native names—even famous ones like Pocahontas and Sequoyah—are rare. If you are thinking about a Native American name for your child and you have a connection to the culture, consider researching the name or talking to a member of that tribe....

Value and Risks of Birth Videos Watching a variety of birth videos is a great way to see just how different every birth is, even if they incorporate many of the same elements. You may be considering a specific type of birth and want to know what it is like to give birth with a midwife, have a water birth, or in different settings for a home birth. Seeing positive births can help you boost your confidence....

Not Everyone Experiences Nesting Those who talk about nesting or a sudden burst of energy before labor relay tales of organizing baby clothes, painting rooms, and just generally having more energy after weeks of feeling really tired. Some people may experience this for several months before their babies are born, whereas others have this burst of energy just a few days before the baby is born. And then there are those who simply never experience nesting in pregnancy or labor at all....

When you prefer to go to bed and wake up is called your chronotype, and in addition to night owls are “morning larks” who go to sleep early and wake early, and then the non-bird designation of “intermediate” who are between the larks and the owls. Analyzing the data on 1,684 adolescents between ages 13 and 14, researchers noted that the owls reported higher levels of wheezing, more risk of asthma, and more respiratory symptoms overall....

What the Study Showed The participants of this study were all kids in the 6th or 9th grade, with 79 of the 179 total individuals being of immigrant experience. For this study, the immigrant experience is defined as having at least one parent born outside of the United States. The other 100 kids, defined as non-immigrant, came from two parents both born in the U.S. The methodology included asking the children to read examples of varying situations, and then to share their thoughts and how they feel they would have responded to each situation....

As a parent, you have to develop coping strategies that work for you and your child. To address a negative temperament, take a four-pronged approach. These strategies will help you manage your child’s negative outlook so you can teach them how to appreciate the small joys in everyday life. Ignore Some Bad Moods Don’t ignore your child when they are in a bad mood. Ignore the mood. When you don’t react to your child’s negativity, you take one step forward in extinguishing negative behaviors....

Here is a look at the most common causes of postpartum abdominal pain. Plus, you’ll learn how to handle it and ease symptoms while caring for your newborn and yourself. Afterpains After delivery, the uterus contracts and shrinks back to its normal size. As this happens, it can cause some lower abdominal cramps that are referred to as afterpains. These pains can feel like menstrual cramps. If they are severe, contact a healthcare provider for an evaluation....

One detail that many people don’t know is that child-custody cases are not heard before a jury; that’s reserved for criminal or civil cases. Your case will be presented in front of the judge, and they will likely make an immediate decision and issue a child-custody order. You will have the right to appeal the order, but it won’t be decided by a jury. So talk to your lawyer about what to wear to ensure you present yourself in the very best light....

COVID-19 Response Strategies In these unprecedented times, as we continue to learn more about COVID-19, we must be vigilant in weeding out false information and seeking out credible resources to educate ourselves on the subject. These tactics are essential for easing anxiety and assuaging fears. Because the situation is constantly evolving, it can be difficult not to panic. While much of the information regarding this virus continues to develop, we can still take comfort in knowing that despite the increase in confirmed cases, the risk to the general public continues to be low....

The skin condition can also be called PUPPS or PEP. It normally occurs in a pregnant person’s first pregnancy during the third trimester (with an average onset of 35 weeks). PUPPS also common in parents-to-be who are carrying multiples. Thankfully, PUPPP does not usually affect subsequent pregnancies. Learn more about treating a PUPPP or PUPPS rash during pregnancy. Appearance of PUPPP The rash of PUPPP almost always begins in the stretch marks (striae) of the abdomen....

Research shows that happiness—from elementary age to high school age—is positively correlated with motivation and academic achievement. Attending your child’s back-to-school night helps to ensure that you are setting them up for a positive, successful school year. What Is Back To School Night? Most schools hold a back-to-school night, which allows parents and students to check out the classroom, meet faculty members, and find out what is in store for the upcoming school year....

It’s painless, and although it can happen on only one side, you are more likely to see it in both breasts. It’s also more common in first-time parents. You do not have to wait until it runs its course to breastfeed your child. Your breast milk is still good, so go ahead and breastfeed. The small amount of blood is not likely to bother your baby or to have any effect on them....

History of the Draft The original Selective Service system was started in 1940 when the government was anxious that additional manpower would be needed for World War II. Even though the draft did not exist for the Civil War and World War I, historically, the nation had something similar even then; by the time of the Second World War the US government wanted to have an independent agency to handle drafting young men to serve their country....

When to Have Sex After a C-Section After a C-section, it’s usually safe to have sex once your incision is healing well and your postpartum bleeding has stopped. This is typically about six weeks after delivery. Many people will have a check-up with their healthcare provider at this time; it’s a good opportunity to discuss how you are feeling and whether it’s OK to have sex again. Some people believe that if they have a surgical birth, they won’t have postpartum vaginal bleeding....