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What Are Verbal Tasks? Verbal tasks are those we do by engaging with, manipulating, or using words. Verbal tasks may involve concrete or abstract ideas. They may also involve internalized language-based reasoning, otherwise known as self-talk. Verbal tasks involve skills such as: Listening to and recalling spoken informationSolving language-based problems of a literary, logical, or social typeThe ability to perform complex language-based analysisUnderstanding the meaning of written or spoken informationUnderstanding the relationships between language concepts and performing language analogies or comparisons...

If essential oils were your go-to source of stress reduction before bringing your little one home, you may need to find a different method—at least for a while. “I would advise against the use of essential oils around babies,” says Diane Hindman, MD, PharmD, a board-certified pediatrician, medical toxicologist, and registered pharmacist. What Are Essential Oils Used For? In addition to stress relief, there are many reasons people choose to use essential oils....

There is a legend related to the name of the island, Islay. According to Peggy Earl, author of “Tales of Islay: Fact and Folklore,” it is said that a Danish Princess called Iula or Yula left Denmark with an apron full of stones of different sizes. On her journey, the stones fell out to form Ireland and many islands between Ireland and Scotland. And perhaps Islay got its name from this princess....

From jogging strollers, reversible strollers, and travel systems to umbrella strollers, stroller frames, and foldable buggies, there’s a wide range of wheelable products on the market for transporting a tot. How many different strollers does one family need, anyway? In my opinion, most families can get away with just two: a standard, go-to stroller for everyday use, and a smaller, more portable option for traveling. Having said that, if your child is over 6 months of age, a high-quality travel buggy might be all you need....

While you might be familiar with the name Lamaze and the breathing style associated with it, you may be surprised to hear that the Lamaze class your mom took may not be the same as what’s being offered today. Lamaze is also about much more than breathing patterns. Lamaze has evolved and changed over the years, deemphasize breathing-patterns and encouraging a wide variety of skills and techniques to have a healthy, normal birth....

Studies indicate that approximately 15% of American heterosexual couples will encounter fertility issues when trying to conceive. Male infertility is a contributing factor to as many as half of all these cases and is solely responsible for an estimated 20% of cases. “Male infertility is present in about 5 to 7% of the population, demonstrated when couples attempt to conceive,” says Peter N Schlegel, MD, FACS, a professor of urology and reproductive medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York....

The good news is that there is help available for women with extreme sickness. In fact, there are two types of medication for morning sickness: over the counter medication and prescription medication. The one medication for you is one that you and your practitioner decide on. Over-the-Counter Medications for Morning Sickness Over the counter medications don’t require a prescription. This doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t use the guidance of the practitioner you’re seeing for your prenatal care....

The name has since come to be linked to the Italian word mia, meaning mine, and is also recognized as a derivation from the Slavic word Mila, meaning dear or darling. How Popular Is the Name Mia? Mia is—and has been—having a moment. The name is derived from Maria but has actually surpassed it in popularity. It first started to be used in the 1960s and gained in popularity throughout the 1990s and 2000s....

Shifting your parenting strategies to keep up with your child’s growth is a big task, but it’s important to consider your child’s health and wellness needs at every age and stage of development. In this guide, you’ll learn how to help your children thrive as they grow physically, mentally, and emotionally. The guide is divided up by age group: Toddlers (1 and 2-year-olds) Preschoolers (3, 4, and 5-year-olds) School-age kids (6, 7, 8, and 9-year-olds) Tweens (10, 11, and 12-year-olds) Teens (13, 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18-year-olds)...

While morning sickness, in general, is associated with better pregnancy outcomes, it’s important to keep in mind that this is a statistical phenomenon. Many pregnant people who experience little or no morning sickness go on to deliver full-term healthy babies, and some who experience morning sickness have miscarriages. Let’s talk about what the studies show, including the theory for why morning sickness can occur in the first place. Morning Sickness and Miscarriage Risk A 2016 study looked at women who had already had one or two miscarriages to see whether having morning sickness had a relationship to miscarriage....

Research from Columbia University suggests that NVLD is related to how the brain processes the size, shape, and location of objects (spatial processing). While the name non-verbal learning disability suggests that someone lacks verbal skills, the disorder actually involves having normal verbal abilities and struggling with spatial processing. Defining Non-Verbal Learning Disability NVLD first appeared in research literature in the 1960s, but researchers are still developing a commonly accepted set of characteristics and definitions for the disorder....

Olivia is a Latin name meaning “olive tree,” and the feminine alternative to the boy name Oliver. Records of the name Olivia date back to 13th-century England. Its initial popularity might be attributed to the beautiful, sought-after heiress in William Shakespeare’s play, Twelfth Night. There are only a handful of popular O names for girls in the U.S., with Olivia taking charge as the favorite option. How Popular Is the Name Olivia?...

In a press release, Pfizer and BioNTech revealed that the antibody response and side effects in this age group were similar to ones seen in older people. The trial included more than 2,000 children, who were each given two smaller doses of the vaccine than those given to people 12 and older. The companies said that it produced antibody responses and side effects in children that were comparable to those seen in a study of people 16 to 25 who received the full dose of the vaccine....

These books about the seasons use age-appropriate words and wonderful illustrations to demonstrate the natural change that happens every year. And if you happen to live in a climate where the changing seasons aren’t so obvious, at least weather-wise, these books will provide a nice geography lesson for your little one as well. If your preschooler is looking for more information, you can supplement your picture-book reading in a few different ways:...

The journaling aspect is also wonderful. While you may want a lot of open space to write notes to your baby and remember parts of pregnancy, you might also want less. There isn’t one perfect journal for everyone. However, if you’re familiar with Douglas’ style, you know she’s down to earth, factual, and friendly. One mother said it was like having her best friend in her pocket. This handy organizer has spaces for all of your basic pregnancy information but also has some practical things on planning for a childbirth class, building your nursery, and keeping track of baby names and gifts....