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But the pandemic laid bare just how difficult managing two sets of competing responsibilities can be, as moms either left the workforce from sheer lack of options when it came to childcare or took on the responsibility of working from home while caring for children. Now more than ever, moms returning to the workforce deserve some credit for the host of skills they’ve gained from the trenches of parenthood. And many argue that it’s a title that even belongs on a resume....

For most of these, just as in regular kickball, you should set basic rules before you play: How many outs until the kicking team is retired? Where is the foul territory (or is any kick fair)? How many innings will you play? and so on. Kickball Game 1: Continuous Kickball For this high-energy version, you need four balls and a large bucket or tote to put them in. Station it where the pitcher will stand....

The ancient Romans adapted the their moon Goddess from that of the ancient Greeks, Selena. Her attributes are a crescent moon and a biga, the chariot she drives. It was said that each night at dusk, she shot an arrow full of stars across the night sky. How Popular Is the Name Luna? The name Luna has been steadily growing in popularity since it appeared on the charts in 2003....

Meconium in Labor If meconium is present during your labor and birth, you will be watched more closely for signs of fetal distress. On its own, meconium staining of the amniotic fluid does not mean that your baby is suffering from fetal distress, but your labor and birth team will look for signs of distress Light-colored meconium is not as much of a risk to your baby, nor is it as likely to be a sign of fetal distress, but rather the maturation of your baby....

“I started teaching fitness as a side hustle, really never anticipating it would be anything more than that,” Roup shares. She spent her life as a dancer and studied at NYU’s prestigious Tisch Dance Program. After graduation, she focused on auditioning and dancing professionally. She took a job as a fitness instructor to make ends meet in an expensive city like New York. Within a couple of weeks, Roup says she fell in love with teaching....

Their recent study, published in the journal Communications Biology, found that sperm also sends signals to the female reproductive tissues to boost the chances of conception. According to the scientists, their research is the first to show that these signals persuade the female immune response to allow fertilization. The team studied global gene expression in the uteri of female mice after they mated with two groups of male mice. One group had intact sperm, while the other had been vasectomized (made sterile)....

But your due date has come and gone and although your obstetrician says everything looks fine and there’s no need to intervene quite yet, you’re ready to have this baby. Short of insisting that your doctor induce labor before they think it’s necessary, is there anything you can to do help move things along? All sorts of tips and tricks exist for stimulating labor, from eating spicy food to taking exhausting walks to having sex....

In most cases, it’s best to seek prenatal care as soon as you find out you’re pregnant. However, this applies to all pregnant women, not just those who have experienced a miscarriage. Timing for ObGyn Visits Seeing your physician as soon as you’re pregnant lets your doctor establish an accurate due date and keep tabs on your pregnancy. Research shows that due dates established by ultrasound are more reliable in the first trimester than later in the pregnancy....

If you’re considering adoption, you’ll want to compare the different arrangements and understand the risks involved. Be honest with yourself about what you want, don’t want, and what exceptions you’d be willing to make as you undergo the adoption process. Just know that adoption is a lifelong arrangement and no situation is exactly the same. Types of Adoptions While there are many different ways to adopt, each has its own short-term and long-term challenges....

What the Buckley Amendment Means The Buckley Amendment is a federal law that was created in November 1974 as part of the Family Educational and Privacy Act (FERPA). The Buckley Amendment also gives parents the possibility of changing information in their child’s educational records. Parents of all students under the age of 18 have the rights outlined in the amendment. The same goes for parents of students who are over 18 but enrolled in post-secondary schools....

She was shocked when her young son said he didn’t want to go to the beach anymore. His reason? Because that’s when his mom was always on the phone. As parents, it can be shocking to find out exactly how our smartphone use affects our kids. The sacrifices we make for our kids each and every day are immense—shouldn’t that be evidence enough that we love them? “I admit I felt a bit defensive when my son said that,” says Cay....

There’s a difference between the immediate (say, in the car going home) conversation and the one that happens a few hours later or the next day. In the initial aftermath of a competition, your child may just need time to decompress, and may not want to talk about the event at all. Respect their feelings, and learn what works best for them. Every kid is different. Why Have a Post-Game Chat?...

“Regardless of toilet training a boy or girl, potty training is a unique experience for each child and their family,” says Katherine Corvi, PsyD, a pediatric psychologist who works in the toileting clinic at Cleveland Clinic Children’s. “Each child learns and uses the potty in their own time and in their own way.” If you are looking for ideas on how best to approach potty training a girl, read on....

Get answers to these questions before you pursue the termination of child support orders for yourself or your child. Quid Pro Quo and Terminating Child Support On the surface, some parents feel that it’s reasonable to withhold child support when visitations stop occurring on a regular basis. But this notion can cause you a lot of trouble in court. Why? Because court-ordered child support obligations continue even when there’s a problem with the relationship between the parent and the child or between the two parents....

In the Old Testament, Samuel is featured as a prophet and judge of the Israelites. Most people bearing the name Sam use it as a nickname, but it is sometimes a given name. The name Sam has been used for over a century. While it is primarily chosen by parents expecting baby boys, the nickname Sam is a common moniker for girls. How Popular Is the Name Sam? As a given name, Sam pales in comparison to the more popular Samuel....

It seems so simple. Once your child can sense they need to go to the bathroom, then they can and will start using the toilet rather than diapers. Right? Well, like those in the trenches know, it’s rarely that easy. Similar to the wealth of advice and strategies on handling the familiar challenges of how to get them to go to (and stay in) bed (tear-free) and eat their peas (without spitting them out), there are enough theories on the best potty training methods to make your head spin....

A new study, published in Pediatrics, has uncovered ways to help curb teens’ use of e-cigarettes. The study found that teens who set goals and have strong parental support are less likely to vape. Research and Findings Researchers with UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine provided surveys to local high school students. The 2,487 participants answered questions to determine if they used tobacco products, and if so, how often....