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Nothing ruins a sweet moment with your little one like the sudden explosion of baby poop. Whether it came with a warning rumble or erupted with a swift vengeance, diaper blowouts are never fun. The greenish-yellow streak running up your baby’s back might be alarming, but it is a common (and frankly, unpleasant) part of being a tiny human. “Sometimes [babies] give a ‘Hershey schmear’ and other bowel movements can be more voluminous,” says Jonathan Jassey, DO, FAAP, a pediatrician at Allied Pediatrics and Family Medicine of Bellmore-Merrick in New York....

You won’t be trying to conceive forever. There will likely come a time when you don’t want to get pregnant. You may be done having children (after conceiving with fertility treatments, perhaps), or you may want to eliminate the stress of trying to conceive. Or, you may be medically advised not to conceive. If you don’t want to get pregnant, you will need to choose a method of contraception, such as going on birth control....

Egyptian names are steeped in a culture of Egyptian mythology. From queens and kings, to gods, and goddesses. Each Egyptian first name tells a rich story of spirituality and culture. Egyptian baby names today are a blend of ancient traditional names and modern names influenced by Arabic and Islamic culture. If you’ve ever thought of giving your child an Egyptian name, here are more than a few to pick from. You can balance the old and the new by picking both a traditional and modern Egyptian name for your baby....

What Is End-Stage Alcoholism? Alcohol use disorder is a progressive disease that includes a beginning, middle, and end stage, which can result in life-threatening health conditions. It’s not often talked about, but left untreated, alcohol use disorder can be a fatal disease. In fact, it contributes to about 88,000 deaths annually in the U.S., making alcohol the third leading preventable cause of death in the United States. End-stage alcoholism, or late-stage alcoholism, is the final stage of an alcohol use disorder, resulting in serious physical and mental conditions as well as other life consequences from years of alcohol misuse....

In 2009, about 30% of high school students got the recommended amount of sleep each night. By 2015, it dropped to 27%. That means roughly two out of three young people aren’t getting enough sleep Key Takeaways Less than 30% of high school kids get the recommended amount of sleep each night.Technology and extracurricular activities make it difficult for some kids to get the rest they need.Not getting enough sleep impacts a child’s brain functioning....

You may have heard that once you reach age 35, getting pregnant becomes harder. Research has demonstrated that it is often more difficult to conceive naturally after a certain age. However, there is debate about using 35 as a “cutoff” age for fertility. And just because it may be more challenging, that does mean that you can’t get pregnant after age 35. Whether you’re trying to conceive after 35 or are just thinking about the future, here are some things you should know about getting pregnant later in life....

Holoprosencephaly (HPE) is a birth defect of the brain that occurs shortly after conception. During embryo development, its incidence is approximately one in 250. In full-term babies, it occurs in roughly one in 10,000 to 20,000 infants. HPE occurs when the prosencephalon, or the embryonic forebrain, doesn’t divide into the two cerebral hemispheres. In addition to the effects on the brain, it can also cause a small head size, eyes that are close together, and sometimes cleft palate or lip....

For many people recovering from an eating disorder, a registered dietitian is an integral part of the treatment team. It is important that this dietitian specializes in (and has experience with) treating eating disorders. They must also be willing to work with the rest of the treatment team and be a good fit for you. What Does a Dietitian Do? Why Do I Need to See One? Dietitians have advanced training in nutrition....

Panic attacks can be extremely difficult to deal with. They typically come on suddenly, bringing on escalating feelings of dread and anxiety. Many people with panic attacks may also have bothersome physical symptoms, such as shaking, rapid heart rate, difficulty swallowing, and chest pain. Although not life-threatening, panic attacks can be frightening, disorienting, and mentally and physically exhausting. Fortunately, there are several strategies you can use to try to stop them—or at least lessen their effect....

Are you thinking of earning a Ph.D. or other doctoral degree in psychology? Before you begin your academic journey, it is a good idea to take a look at just how long it will take you to complete your degree. The amount of time it will take can depend upon a variety of factors including your chosen specialty area, the program you select, and the course load you are able to take each semester....

Vicodin is a powerful pain reliever for moderate to severe pain. It is a combination product that includes the opioid narcotic hydrocodone bitartrate along with the nonnarcotic pain reliever acetaminophen. Vicodin is a very effective pain killer but care needs to be taken to use this drug safely. This medication can become addictive and cause side effects and/or withdrawal symptoms. Additionally, there are risks of dangerous interactions with other medications and substances you may be taking....

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) affects both the individual with the condition as well as others in their life, including their loved ones and families. Alcohol use can take a toll on the family’s dynamic, mental and physical health, finances, and overall stability. It can be difficult to know how to help someone with a drinking problem. But knowing how to talk to someone about their drinking is often a good place to start....

Knowing multiplication facts is an important foundation for being able to solve all types of higher-level math problems, but learning them isn’t always easy. For decades, teachers have relied on rote learning or memorization to teach the multiplication tables. Does Rote Learning Work? While this rote learning strategy works for some students, in the past decade or so research indicates that this is not the most effective way to teach multiplication....

To play the 7-Up ball game, all you need is a smooth, flat surface (a wall or a floor) and a bouncy ball. If you have a safe, open indoor space (without breakables), you can even play 7-Up inside. Overview Kids can play the 7-Up game solo or with friends. The game is simple to learn but challenging enough to keep your child’s interest. Most importantly, it gets them moving to boost their physical activity time....

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 Jazmyn Simon Jazmyn Simon is an actress who is best known for her roles in “Ballers,” “Raising Dion,” and “Locked Down.” Why Jazmyn Simon Is Mentally Strong In a world where we’re often cautioned about complimenting kids for their appearance, Jazmyn offers an alternative perspective....

ISFJ is one of the 16 personality types identified on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), the personality test developed by Isabel Myers and her mother Katherine Briggs based on the theories of psychoanalyst Carl Jung. ISFJ stands for introverted, sensing, feeling, judging. This personality type is given the nickname “The Protector” or “The Defender,” and for good reason. People who have ISFJ personalities are known for being warm-hearted, responsible, and reserved....

Are you ready for some football? (American-style football, that is. In the U.S., the game that’s called football most everywhere else in the world is known as soccer.) Find out if this fall favorite is right for your child. The basics: Football is a team sport, with 11 players per team facing off against each other on a 100-yard-long field. Each team has separate offensive and defensive players. The offense must move the football down the field, either by running or passing....

Learning disabilities in basic math skills are just one type of specific learning disability. A learning disability in basic math affects the learner’s ability to perform basic mathematical operations. People with learning disabilities in basic math do not understand the relationship between numbers and the quantities they represent. Understanding math concepts and real-world math applications such as in telling time are also difficult for people with learning disabilities in basic math....

Work-life balance is often encouraged, but it can be hard to achieve. Systematic reviews from the World Health Organization (WHO) and International Labour Organization (ILO) found higher risks of ischemic heart disease and stroke among those working more than 55 hours weekly, as compared to working the standard 35 to 40 hours weekly. Key Takeaways Over the course of 2016, 488 million people were exposed to long working hours of more than 55 hours per week....

Melancholic depression is a form of major depressive disorder (MDD) that is characterized by a profound presentation of severe depression. With this form of depression, there is a complete loss of pleasure in all or almost everything. In the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), melancholia is a specifier for MDD—so a person would be diagnosed as having major depressive disorder (the broader illness) with melancholic features (the specific symptoms)....