Health Issues Your health and the condition of your body and mind can affect the production of breast milk. When you’re physically well, getting rest, and have a healthy support system, your body can focus its energy on making milk. But, if your body is out of balance because you have an untreated medical condition, you’re exhausted, or under a lot of stress, you can see a decrease in your supply....
Look no further than the fact that there are dozens (if not hundreds) of books about kids and sleep problems, from Dr. Ferber’s “Solve Your Child’s Sleep Problems” to Elizabeth Pantley’s “No-Cry Sleep Solution.” So, you are not alone if your little one has trouble going to (and staying in) bed. However, tried and true methods for getting your child to sleep can really help. While pediatric sleep experts may suggest slightly different methods, most advise that a good bedtime routine is key to a good night’s sleep....
But how much calcium do your kids need? It depends on how old they are, but the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children who are: 1-3 years old get 700mg per day (about two servings of milk) 4-8 years old get 1,000mg per day (about three servings of milk) 9-18 years old get 1,300mg per day (about four servings of milk) Unfortunately, most children, especially teens, get much less than their recommended daily requirements for calcium....
If you’re taking Clomid, you may be nervous (or excited) about the prospect of having two or more babies at once. However, those newsworthy high-order multiple stories are more likely with injectable fertility drugs that are used during intrauterine insemination (IUI) or in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments. Clomid and Increased Chances of Multiples The ovaries contain hundreds of thousands of follicles and each follicle contains immature egg cells. Once every month, several follicles begin a process of development....
Despite the availability of medical care and education on important prenatal regimens, deaths during pregnancy or after childbirth are still a problem in the United States. Per every 100,000 live births in the U.S. in 2018, there were more than 17 maternal deaths—more than double the deaths of most other wealthy countries. While past research often focused on deaths caused by pregnancy-related issues, a new study looked into other rising causes of maternal mortality....
This condition is considered a normal variation and generally doesn’t affect the baby’s heart or its functioning. On ultrasound, there might be one or more bright spots found, usually in the ventricles, which pump blood. It is not a heart defect and for the majority of instances in which this occurs, it poses no risk to the fetus. While the EIF might disappear during the third trimester, many times it is still present on later ultrasounds....
Why a Child Is Taken Into Emergency Custody Prior to taking a child into emergency custody, a court will consider the efforts made to prevent the child from being removed from the home. In other words, this isn’t a decision that courts make lightly. In general, courts prefer to keep families together. A child may be taken into emergency custody because they are in immediate danger and need protection. The child may also be removed from the home because current living arrangements pose an immediate danger to the child’s safety and welfare....
Questions to Ask a Prospective Babysitter When interviewing possible babysitters, there are a multitude of questions to ask. You’ll want to ask about general qualifications and anything pertaining to specific needs for your family, such as the ability to drive, help with homework, cook, or speak another language. Additionally, ask anything that feels important to you. However, consider the following questions to get you started. Babysitting Experience and Skills Of course, it’s crucial to ask about their specific qualifications as a babysitter....
In a 24-hour news cycle, kids often have easy access to see or at least hear about every moment that adults are privy to. This creates a situation where kids may be presented with information or behavior that may be contrary to what you have taught them or how you might want them to act. It can be difficult, but there are ways to turn situations like this into a lesson that will stick with your kids....
Synthesis and meta-analysis of homework studies show that the amount of homework that students complete is positively connected to improved academic outcomes. The controversy over whether or not students should be assigned homework continues on. Educators and parents who do not support assigning homework claim that homework robs students of valuable time to connect with their families and peers, creates an unhealthy work ethic, and is unfair to children who may not have support at home to complete their work....
No matter how you took the news, the fact that they’ve told you is a big deal. This means they trust you. They think you’ll be supportive. However, knowing how to actually give that support can be tricky, especially if you’ve never experienced infertility yourself. Here’s what you can do. Learn More About Infertility Read up on at least the basics of infertility to be a more supportive friend. Not so you can offer advice (which will most likely be unwelcome), but so you can offer support in a more understanding fashion....
As much a rite of passage during pregnancy as the “big” ultrasound and throwing a lavish baby shower, gender reveal parties have become increasingly popular among today’s parents-to-be. Since the term started trending on social media in 2008, gender reveal parties have become the latest way for couples to share the news in ways that are becoming more and more outlandish. But pink and blue pyrotechnics aside, gender reveal parties are problematic due to their reinforcement of the gender binary, and it’s important to consider the consequences of assuming a child’s sex and gender identity are one and the same....
In some facilities, the policy may also vary depending on the room you are in and the type of birth you are having. Some rooms might accommodate bigger families. Remember that hospital policy is in place for your safety and to ensure the hospital can deliver you and your baby the best care. Hospital Policies Some hospitals allow a different number of people in the room during labor versus when the baby is actually being born....
Signs of Hunger and Fullness Whether you’re using a formula, nursing, pumping, or a combination of all these feeding methods, tune in to your baby’s hunger and fullness cues before you start crunching numbers. While each baby is unique, these are are some common hunger cues to watch for: Crying or fussinessOpening of his mouth when touched on his chin or lipsSmacking of lips or making small sounds with his mouthSucking on fingers or placing fist in mouth...
Most people with PCOS will be able to conceive with a combination of lifestyle changes and fertility drugs. While some will need IVF, the great majority will get pregnant using lower-tech fertility treatments. Weight Loss to Restart Ovulation Many (but not all) people with PCOS struggle with obesity. This is because PCOS negatively affects how the body processes insulin, which can, in turn, cause weight gain. One of the main reasons people with PCOS can’t conceive is they don’t ovulate, or they don’t ovulate regularly....
Parenting Twins Isn’t the Same as Parenting Singletons Some parents are horrified by the thought of instituting a schedule, preferring a more relaxed, less rigid approach. Many parenting experts that favor a “feeding on demand” model oppose the notion of schedules. This may even have worked great with your other children. But, nearly all parents of multiples will agree that it’s different when there are more than one. A different approach may be required in order to meet everyone’s needs more efficiently....
Fortunately, most infants do successfully attach to a parent or another caregiver. But there are some children who don’t develop such an attachment. They instead become anxiously attached—which can set them up for lifelong problems. Bowlby’s Attachment Theory There are many different theories on attachment, the importance of attachment, and the ways in which humans develop attachments. John Bowlby’s theory is readily accepted by most individuals in the psychology industry....
Plan Their Week With Them Gone are the days when your child comes home yelling, “Guess what happened to me today?!” More likely, they’ll walk in the door and head straight to their room without saying much. If you’re like most parents of high school students, you probably find out about things either very last-minute or even after the fact. Everyone should consider bringing their planners or calendars to your family meeting....
Figuring out how to let our children know we are proud of them can be a delicate balance. Too few expressions of praise leave kids feeling bad. Too many expressions of praise can leave them insufferably arrogant. Striking the balance to find appropriate praise and appropriate expressions of pride in the accomplishments of our children can be pretty tricky. These tips can help parents find the right approach to appropriate praise and appropriate expressions of pride in a child’s efforts and accomplishments....
