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Being rejected or feeling like your grandchild doesn’t like you can be devastating. You want to bond with your new grandchild, but the baby cries every time you come near. When you try to hold your grandchild, the cries turn into shrieks. While you might worry that you’re doing something wrong, know that there are several reasons that babies react this way. Here’s a brief overview of why your grandchild might not take to you right away, and a few things that you can do....

Pregnancy is that time in a woman’s life when her entire life seems to be changing. Not only is her body experiencing lots of changes in a very short period of time, but the realization that her life will never be the same starts to set in as well. For this reason, many expectant mothers may question their abilities as a parent or start to wonder if they have what it takes....

If you’ve ever been pregnant, you’re probably familiar with prenatal vitamins. These vitamins are specifically formulated for those who are expecting. “Prenatal vitamins are supplements that contain daily vitamins and minerals that are important for individuals to consume prior to conception and throughout pregnancy and postpartum,” says Melanie Santos, NP, a nurse practitioner at Viva Eve. Most brands contain higher levels of vitamin B9 (folate/folic acid), iron, calcium, iodine, and DHA than traditional daily vitamins....

If you’re eager to try the fertility drug, Clomid, you might be wondering how much your prescription is going to cost. It’s not unusual for fertility treatments to come with a steep price tag. Depending on multiple factors, rates can vary quite a bit. Here’s what to expect when researching the price of Clomid. How Much Does Clomid Cost? Clomid can cost anywhere between $20 to $185. Prices on the lower end of the spectrum represent generic drugs purchased through savings clubs, like GoodRx....

Parents who spank their children tend to see it as an important, effective, and useful tool in teaching kids how to behave. For many parents, corporal punishment is viewed as a personal decision with merits. While child health and development experts point to research that indicates that physical punishment is not effective and puts kids at risk for a number of negative outcomes, research shows that spanking is practiced still practiced in some homes....

LGBTQ+ people often face discrimination that can make accessing and receiving mental health care more difficult. Healthcare workers may not understand their needs, and negative interactions can make it less likely that people will seek help when they need it. In a survey of 35,000 LGBTQ+ youth between the ages of 13 and 24, approximately 42% reported that they had seriously thought of attempting suicide in the past year. Such findings point to a need for psychological services that are designed to meet the needs of LGBTQ+ people....

Many people characterize breastfeeding as a beautiful and seamless bonding experience between a nursing parent and their baby. While this is certainly the case for many parents, there’s no denying that breastfeeding can come with certain challenges. While there are various modern developments available to help make breastfeeding easier, it’s important to be able to discern which advice is appropriate. Especially if you are struggling with breastfeeding, it can help to know these important details....

We can’t always change the circumstances that cause us stress, and sometimes we can’t even influence them. For example, you can’t always leave a difficult job or get a raise when finances are tight, and there will always be some difficult people you simply need to deal with. Some stress simply must be managed, and it can be life-changing when you find strategies that help you deal with stress in a way that minimizes its negative effects....

Follow Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts Every Monday on The Verywell Mind Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Amy Morin, LCSW, interviews authors, experts, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and other inspirational people about the strategies that help them think, feel, and do their best in life. Meet Mark Goulston Dr. Mark Goulston is a psychiatrist, bestselling author, and executive coach who spent many years of his career working with patients who were experiencing thoughts of suicide....

Pregnancy comes with lots of unwanted side effects, such as morning sickness, swollen feet, and more. No one wants to add more to it, especially not an illness like bronchitis, pneumonia, or any other not-so-fun bacterial infection. In the past, your healthcare provider might have put you on a dose of amoxicillin, but now that you’re pregnant, you might be questioning whether or not it’s a safe medication to take....

Some people report feeling dizzy or lightheaded when they quit smoking. There are a few things that can contribute to these symptoms, and some may be related to nicotine withdrawal. You should discuss any ongoing dizziness with your doctor as it could be a sign of an underlying condition rather than being related to your smoking cessation. Quit Aids and Dizziness Some quit aids may cause dizziness for users. The nicotine patch, a form of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) that looks like a tan or clear bandage, lists dizziness as a common side effect....

Cipralex is the brand name for escitalopram in the United Kingdom. This drug is available in tablet and liquid form. Cipralex belongs to a group of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). SSRIs work by increasing serotonin levels in the brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that, when released, stabilizes your mood and causes feelings of well-being and happiness. For this reason, serotonin is often referred to as the “happy chemical....

With the COVID-19 pandemic still in full swing and the holiday season getting closer, we are witnessing a wide array of emotional reactions and preparations. For some, the holidays are a highly anticipated time of year. Key Takeaways Collective feelings surrounding the holidays this year vary widely, as the pandemic has affected everyone a little differently.Mental health experts anticipate stress and other negative feelings to emerge or increase this holiday season, which is problematic since the holidays are already a stressful time of year....

What accounts for the difference between expert and amateur performance? Can anyone become an elite athlete or professional musician with enough practice, or is native talent the deciding variable? These questions are examples of the age-old nature versus nurture debate. In fact, the answer to this question has been the subject of considerable interest and research. A landmark 1993 study suggested that practice accounted for about 80% of the difference between elite performance and amateur performance....

The acronym ENTJ represents one of the 16 personality types that are identified by the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. This popular personality assessment was developed by Isabel Myers and her mother Katherine Briggs. The assessment tool is based on Carl Jung’s theory of personality types. Other people often describe people with this type of personality as assertive, confident, and outspoken. According to psychologist David Keirsey, the ENTJ type is quite rare, accounting for a mere 2% of the population....

Social relationships can create many challenges for an individual with ADD. The condition may cause difficulties with paying attention to others, missing important verbal and nonverbal cues, impulsive reactions, moodiness, quick temper, low tolerance for frustrations, forgetfulness, zoning out in conversations, oversensitivity to criticism, emotional over-reactions, and problems following through with commitments. Tackling all these issues at once can feel quite overwhelming, but finding the right partner is a good first step....

Bowel health is one of the most stigmatized health problems. Though everyone has bowel problems from time to time (by some measures, more than three bowel movements a day is considered diarrhea, less than three bowel movements a week is considered constipation), discussing bowel health can cause significant embarrassment. Even people who use substances, who are constantly living with the stigma of drug use, can sometimes be more embarrassed about their bowel problems than their drug use....

If you find yourself facing court-mandated attendance at Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings, you probably have questions about what is going to happen next, especially if you have never been to AA before. You may be wondering what exactly takes place at an AA meeting, how the meetings work, and how you are going to prove that you attended one since it’s an anonymous program. Court-Ordered Into Alcoholics Anonymous Most people find themselves court-mandated to attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings as a result of a drunk-driving conviction....

Eggs, which contain protein, healthy fats, and a variety of other nutrients, can be a healthy part of your child’s diet. However, you may wonder if there’s a limit on how many eggs they should eat each day. You might also worry about the cholesterol content in eggs. But as long as your child is not overdoing cholesterol and saturated fat from other protein sources and is eating a variety of foods each day, your child can eat eggs every day, if desired....

For as long as the U.S. government has collected data on breastfeeding rates, there’s been a significant racial disparity. Key Takeaways The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants exclusively be breastfed for the first six months. But studies show that only 69% of Black mothers breastfeed, compared to 85% of white moms.At the heart of this disparity is systemic racism in health care, such as the erroneous belief that Black women prefer bottle feeding over breastfeeding....