Four weeks is often when breastfeeding mothers begin to think about pumping and storing extra breastmilk. That’s when most babies are breastfeeding well and you can usually be less concerned about nipple confusion from taking a bottle of pumped breastmilk. If you are pumping before then, it is usually because you are trying to increase your breast milk supply or because your baby isn’t latching well. Benefits of Pumping What are the benefits of pumping?...
Many people are concerned about the risks of drowning when their kids are near water. They may secure their pool, have their kids wear a life jacket, supervise them around the water, and even get them early swimming lessons. Still, drowning is the number one cause of unintentional death in children ages 1 to 4 in the U.S. Drowning is responsible for more deaths among children this age than any other cause except congenital abnormalities....
Peloton Instructor Olivia Amato is almost always wearing athleisure, both on and off the bike. “It’s actually my favorite way to dress and fits right in with a lot of my street style pieces,” she says. “Whether I’m going to walk my dog, Tobi, grabbing lunch with friends, heading to work, or actually working out, I’m able to wear my athleisure clothes.” Athleisure is a stylish way to stay comfortable anywhere you go—not just at the gym....
When the novel coronavirus was declared a global pandemic in March 2020, parents were initially able to take heart in the fact that the virus seemed to have a minimal negative effect on children. At most, kids were declared “silent spreaders” and dodged the majority of the severe symptoms affecting hundreds of thousands of adults around the world. Key Takeaways Many children around the world have come down with an inflammatory disease now known as Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), which is linked to COVID-19....
When you are looking to choose a preschool for your child, whether it is the first time or you are switching schools, keep in mind that there are many different educational philosophies to choose from, even at a young age. If you prefer a setting where the child is viewed as capable of steering and directing their own learning process, the Reggio Emilia approach might be a method you want to consider....
Does child abuse cause borderline personality disorder (BPD)? There is no simple answer. In fact, we don’t yet know exactly what causes BPD, though it is believed to be a mix of biological and environmental factors. There is evidence that people with BPD are more likely to report a history of some type of child abuse or other distressing childhood experiences. Yet many people who have experienced child abuse do not have BPD and many people with BPD were not abused or maltreated as children....
Reconnecting with an estranged father can be a challenging moment in any person’s life. Often, separation from a father can be loaded with emotional baggage. Whether father and child were estranged because of a divorce or other marital separation; physical, sexual, or emotional abuse; parental alienation; or whether the child ran away, reuniting with the father is a common desire, but could be fraught with emotional peril. Preparing emotionally for a reunion is a critical first step....
When you are pregnant with twins, you have so much going on. Between having more prenatal care appointments and tests, you have twice as many babies to worry about and all the more reason to ensure that you’re eating well for two. Check out these guidelines to ensure that you’re on track with expected weight gain for your twin pregnancy. Guidelines for Twin Pregnancy Weight Gain Most people have heard about the weight gain guidelines for a singleton pregnancy, but they also exist for moms pregnant with more than one baby....
Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is one medication that may be prescribed to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and it is approved for use in children, adolescents, and adults. Uses Vyvanse is a prescription medication that treats ADHD in patients 6 years and above. In 2015, it was also approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat moderate to severe binge eating disorder in adults. Why Treating ADHD With Bipolar Disorder Can Be Tough Treating ADHD in someone who has bipolar disorder can be tricky....
In the last three decades, technology has revolutionized teen life. Unlike years ago, they have information at their fingertips and connect to people worldwide in a matter of seconds. What’s more, kids have embraced technology and are often more skilled at using it than the adults in their lives. These technological advances have some wonderful benefits for academics and socialization, as well as huge drawbacks. Aside from cyberbullying, when a young person uses the Internet or technology to harass, threaten, humiliate, or target another person, kids are using technology in other ways....
A prenatal vitamin is a multivitamin that is designed to give women the key nutrients they need when trying to conceive, during pregnancy, and while breastfeeding postpartum. Why Prenatal Vitamins Are Important Prenatal vitamins are like a nutrition safety net that help you maintain the vitamins and minerals your body needs to grow a healthy baby and sustain your pregnancy. They are not a substitute for a healthy diet, however, and work best when supported by good nutrition....
What Is Self-Monitoring? It involves being aware of your behavior and the impact it has on your environment. It also refers to your ability to modify your behaviors in response to environmental, situational, or social variables. Self-monitoring is a personality trait that involves the ability to monitor and regulate self-presentations, emotions, and behaviors in response to social environments and situations. People who are high in self-monitoring are more likely to change their behavior in order to adapt or conform to the situation....
By second grade, kids will have two years of school under their belt. Routines like working independently and cooperating with others in a group will be familiar. So will sitting quietly and listening to teachers or reading on their own. For many kids, second grade marks the beginning of being one of the “big kids” in the school. No longer just out of kindergarten, second graders have grown used to their school environment and are ready to take on some serious learning....
What Is the Storm and Stress View of Adolescence? The concept has been the subject of a great deal of debate among psychologists and developmental scientists. Storm and Stress View of Adolescence The storm and stress view of adolescence is characterized by the adolescent years, which take place between approximately the ages of 11 and 19. It is a time of upheaval and difficulty in which adolescents experience emotional and behavioral challenges such as increased conflicts with parents and other authority figures, disruptions in mood, and increased participation in risk-taking activities....
Postpartum care has changed a lot in recent years. It used to be that you would see your OB-GYN or midwife about six weeks after delivery for a one-time postpartum checkup. In 2018, however, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists instead recommended making that care an ongoing process, tailored to your individual needs. Now, you should have your first contact with your practitioner—either by phone or an office visit—by three weeks after giving birth....
Gaining weight during pregnancy is important for the growth and development of your future baby. Weight gain is also a key component of energy storage for making breastmilk after delivery. The good news is that the risks associated with being underweight or not gaining enough weight can be offset by starting to put on weight. As a result, being underweight and pregnant is usually not a big concern, as long as you are receiving adequate nutrition during gestation and adding enough weight throughout your pregnancy—especially in the second and third trimesters....
The idea that newborn babies should stay inside is a myth. Getting fresh air and natural sunlight is good for both you and your baby, no matter how recently they were born. In fact, there is no medical reason not to take your little one outside the day after you bring them home from the hospital, as long as you both feel up to it. However, you should take some precautions to support your baby’s health and safety when you taken them outside....
When you find out you are pregnant, one of the questions at the top of your mind is likely to be when you will start showing. You might be excited about being pregnant and be looking forward to the changes it will make to your body. On the other hand, you might be apprehensive about gaining weight and having a pregnant shape, or having your condition be apparent to others. Either way, you’ll want to know when to anticipate this milestone of pregnancy....
If you already have a belly when you become pregnant, you may wonder if you will “pop” in the same way that more slender expectant women do—in other words, reach a point when you’ll suddenly look pregnant rather than overweight. Whether this is a real concern of yours—because you want it to be clear you’re pregnant, for example—or you’re simply curious, the answer is: it’s hard to say. Everyone is different and unless you’ve been pregnant before only time will tell how your body will change as your condition progresses....
For some kids, sleepovers are the highlight of their social lives. They get to stay up late, eat junk food, tell stories, and hang out with their closest friends. But for others, the thought of spending a night away from home can feel scary and overwhelming. Consequently, they may struggle with sleepover anxiety. Sleepover anxiety usually isn’t a cause for concern. In addition to being common, it’s an opportunity for kids to practice being brave so they can gain confidence and face their fears....
