Your child has started to complain that their throat hurts. They tell you that it hurts anytime they swallow. They’ve even started to refuse their favorite foods! They don’t have any other obvious symptoms so far, but they seem tired and “off.” Could it be strep throat? Or, maybe your child was recently diagnosed with strep throat. Besides the antibiotics that were prescribed, you aren’t sure how else to soothe your child’s symptoms....
Water shoes can benefit anyone from casual beach walkers to competitive water sports athletes. They protect feet from unpredictable impact and abrasion, as well as harsh temperatures like hot sand or cold lakes. A pair of water shoes adds a layer of cushion, providing comfort, absorption of impact, and traction. Water shoes have evolved to incorporate a range of features, from water drainage and thermal protection to arch support and underfoot traction....
Standing desks are an increasingly popular tool used in offices worldwide to help protect the health of employees. A small study conducted in 2021 noted that subjects had improved cardiovascular health, triglyceride levels, and insulin resistance after switching to a standing desk for 24 weeks. The Spine and Health Center of New Jersey’s Alexander Smith, DC, notes that standing while working can help reduce strain on your neck, mid-back, and lower back which may help reduce pain levels....
Many parents want to help their children be the best they can be. However, some, parents put their children under too much pressure to perform. Being under such intense pressure can have serious consequences for kids. Overview A 2013 survey by the Pew Research Center found that 64% of Americans say parents do not put enough pressure on children to do well in school. Children might be less likely to perform at their best if they don’t get enough pressure from their parents....
When it comes to potty training, you may be wondering if there are differences between boys and girls that you need to consider. While the fundamentals of potty training remain the same regardless of your child’s sex, there are some minor differences between potty training boys versus girls. Understanding those differences and addressing them can help your child become a potty training pro with less stress and frustration for you both....
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by intense mood swings that range from manic highs to depressive lows. These periodic episodes can cause disruptive shifts in a person’s personality, behavior, sleep, and emotional regulation. The mood disorder can potentially alter their decision-making faculties, ability to think clearly, and memory retention. As such, some people with bipolar disorder may experience bipolar memory loss during the heights of their mania. Symptoms and Memory Loss Everyone goes through ups and downs, but people with bipolar disorder experience extreme mood changes that oscillate between a euphoric adrenaline-fueled frenzy to an intense depressive crash....
While some high school subjects are required, others can be selected. Finally being given more of a choice in what a student studies can be freeing, but also overwhelming. What courses are best? It’s most important to first consider what is needed to graduate. Then, parents and teens can work together to choose subjects that not only engage their interests but also have their future plans and goals in mind....
Marriage is hard, and arguments are inevitable. When there is tension in your marriage, unspoken or unresolved hurts may build up and minor disagreements can easily escalate into full-blown fights. Everyone has their triggers, and our partners often have the ability to set us off in a way no other person can. But in healthy marriages, there is an understanding that you are in this together. Still, when you are deeply hurt or angry, it can be tempting to consider cutting ties (or at least threaten it)....
Having a baby is one of the most amazing, miraculous, and life-altering moments of life. Yet with all the fan-fare focused on the birth and your new bundle of joy, it can be easy to forget that your body has just undergone a very intense physical and emotional experience and that it can take a while to recover and feel “normal” again. While your doctor and every other person you know (as well as strangers on the street) will likely give you tons of advice about the delivery and caring for your newborn, very little attention is usually paid to the reality of postpartum healing....
Our mission is to help you prioritize your mental health and find balance. Welcome to Verywell Mind, an award-winning resource for reliable, compassionate, and up-to-date information on the mental health topics that matter most to you. We are dedicated to empowering you with the trustworthy evidence-based information you need for your mental and emotional well-being. Our mission is to help you prioritize your mental health and find balance amid the chaos of daily life....
Every Friday on The Verywell Mind Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Amy Morin, LCSW, shares the “Friday Fix”—a short episode featuring a quick, actionable tip or exercise to help you manage a specific mental health issue or concern. Friday Fix: Episode 233 At first glance, you might wonder why someone would be afraid to be happy. But if you think about it a little longer, you might recognize a few times when you experienced an aversion to happiness....
Like many new parents, you might be wondering if your baby is growing normally. Healthy babies can be a range of sizes, but the course of development tends to be fairly predictable. At checkups, a pediatrician will check your child’s height, weight, and age to see if your child is growing as expected. Most importantly, they will look at how your baby’s growth is progressing over time. Average Baby Weight at Birth The World Health Organization has established standards for infant and child growth....
Nothing has been the same since the coronavirus pandemic began, and that includes childbirth. A momentous occasion in any parent’s life has been adjusted to help prevent the spread of COVID. The CDC reports that, during the summer of 2020, about 73% of hospitals discharged parents and babies in under 48 hours post-delivery, while 18% decreased lactation support. Key Takeaways COVID-19 safety protocols have led to reduced hospital stays after childbirth....
Almost 1 in 10 Americans is struggling with major depression. The illness has a high disease burden on society and is a re-occurring illness. Therefore, the search for effective and evidence-based treatment is fervent and ongoing. Research demonstrates that the combination of psychotherapy and medication is the most effective approach to treat depression. There is a myth that treatment for major depression involves either talk therapy or medication. This is misleading as combining talk therapy and antidepressants can provide many benefits to your depression-treatment journey....
Fertility, or a person’s natural capacity to conceive a child, declines with age. Your fertility at 23 is not the same as it is at 36 or 45, and there are several possible factors that could contribute to a person’s decreased fertility over time. “Women are born with all the eggs they will ever have—about 1 to 2 million,” says Jane Frederik, MD, medical director of HRC Fertility of Newport Beach, CA....
Hazel is a vintage name that has once again become trendy. From the old English haesel, the name Hazel refers to the hazel plant and the greenish-brown color hazel. The hazel tree or shrub is a producer of a variety of products. Hazelnuts can be eaten or ground into flour, while the oil from hazelnuts is extracted for beauty products. The wood is highly prized for its durability and elasticity, used to create numerous items like tool handles and fishing rods....
Feeding two babies at the same time is a big challenge for parents of twins. Some families make the choice to breastfeed their babies, and they may be wondering how to feed twins together. With two hungry babies that need to eat every few hours, it makes sense to keep them on the same schedule and feed them at the same time. Here are some strategies for breastfeeding twins together....
Having a baby with colic can be a challenging experience. Even though your baby’s pediatrician has assured you that your baby is healthy, you may be fraught with anxiety and worry, not to mention the fact that you doubt your abilities as a parent when nothing you do seems to help. If this feels familiar, it’s important that you pay attention to your own needs as well as your baby’s needs....
One consistent question has remained throughout the pandemic: What are you most looking forward to doing when this is all over? Well, the pandemic is definitely not “over,” but in the United States, people are getting vaccinated, and restrictions are easing. Key Takeaways After over a year following strict guidelines due to the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccinations have allowed for a loosening of rules. Summer comes right as people tentatively move towards a safer existence and, with it, is the desire to make up for lost time....
Music has many wonderful benefits for stress management and overall health. It can help you calm your physiology without making a conscious effort, and that can alleviate stress from your mind. Music can also lift your mood, slow your breathing, and create other stress-inducing changes. Meditation is also one of the most popular stress management strategies for good reason—it brings short-term benefits like a calm mind and body, and it can build resilience toward stress over time....
