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Lochia, also known as postpartum bleeding, is a normal discharge of blood and mucus from the uterus after childbirth. It begins right after delivery and can continue for four to six weeks postpartum, with the heaviest flow occurring for the first 10 to 14 days. For some people, lochia may disappear more quickly, while others may have lochia for slightly longer than four to six weeks. Characteristics of Lochia Lochia is similar to menstrual blood, but is typically heavier and lasts quite a bit longer than a normal period....

Negging is a form of verbal abuse, and it’s often used to manipulate or control a person. It involves making negative comments about someone’s appearance, character, or behavior in an effort to make them feel bad about themselves. This can be done directly or indirectly, for example by pointing out the flaws in their arguments, or belittling their accomplishments. Negging is often subtle and hard to detect—it may not even be obvious that someone is doing it at first, but over time its effects can add up and lead to feelings of worthlessness and low self-esteem....

Teens and adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to smoke cigarettes and become nicotine-dependent than those who don’t have ADHD. They’re also more likely to start smoking at an earlier age and have a more difficult time successfully quitting as compared to the general population. This connection between nicotine and ADHD is a public health concern because the regular use of cigarettes is associated with a host of negative health consequences....

If your child demonstrates a particular talent for a sport or just loves it passionately, you need to be aware of the guidelines for safer sports practice. Otherwise, your child is at risk of overdoing it. Too much practice time, and/or overspecialization in a single sport, can lead to a higher risk of injuries. And some of those injuries may never completely heal without surgery. So how do you know if your kid is devoting too much time to his sport?...

While self-awareness is central to who you are, it is not something you are acutely focused on at every moment of every day. Instead, self-awareness becomes woven into the fabric of who you are and emerges at different points depending on the situation and your personality.​ What Is Self-Awareness? Self-awareness is your ability to perceive and understand the things that make you who you are as an individual, including your personality, actions, values, beliefs, emotions, and thoughts....

Surrogacy (sometimes called third-party reproduction) is one way you can start a family if you or your partner is unable to carry a pregnancy. A gestational carrier is a person who is commissioned by a person or couple to carry a pregnancy. When the baby is born, the intended parents may be listed on the birth certificate. Surrogacy can be traditional or gestational. With traditional surrogacy, a gestational carrier’s own eggs are inseminated with the sperm of an intended parent or donor....

Paranoia is the feeling that you are under threat in some way, such as people are watching or out to get you, even if there is no evidence that this is true. Although it is not uncommon to have these thoughts and feelings from time to time, it can sometimes reflect a mental illness. Understanding what is paranoia can help you decide how to cope with or get treatment for it....

Underpronation, also known as supination, can raise your risk for injury to your foot and ankle. Underpronators typically experience greater pressure on the edge of the foot and small toes due to their outward-rolling tendency. Shoes specifically designed to help with underpronation will help you reduce stress and your risk of injury. Look for shoes with flexibility and sufficient cushioning that can support high arches. We researched and reviewed running shoes for underpronators based on affordability, responsive cushioning, support for a natural gait, and flexibility....

Alcoholics Anonymous states as an organization, it is non-religious but rather spiritual in design. Its cornerstone is that members find a higher purpose or higher power. God can be described as a religious being, or for atheists and agnostics, it can simply mean the group dynamic experienced as a member at an AA meeting. Step 11 “Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out....

Fruit has the good fortune of being one of the foods babies love most. This tends to spill over into the toddler years and as long as you aren’t allowing a lot of sugary snacks and cereals, your child’s love for fruit can go on indefinitely. 1 Cup Serving Size 1 cup of fruit can come in the form of: 1 cup chopped or sliced pieces of any fruit (fresh, frozen, cooked or canned) like apples, bananas, cantaloupe, grapes, grapefruit, fruit cocktail, oranges, peaches, pears, pineapple, plums, strawberries, or watermelon1 cup of 100 percent fruit juice1/2 large apple1 small apple1 cup applesauce1 large banana32 seedless grapes1 large orange1 large peach2 canned peach halves3 medium plums2 large plums8 large strawberries1 1-inch thick wedge of watermelon1/2 cup dried fruit like raisins, prunes or apricots Be Careful With Juice The biggest problem most parents face when it comes to the fruit requirement is juice....

Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) is an anti-seizure medication that is sometimes used as a mood stabilizer to treat bipolar disorder—although its effectiveness for this is still somewhat unclear. Trileptal is in a category of drugs known as anticonvulsants. Mood stabilizers work by reducing abnormal activity in the brain, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Trileptal side effects may occur, so you should review these before you begin taking this medication....

Hypnosis is an altered state of consciousness that is sometimes used in hypnotherapy to treat people with addictions. Although hypnotherapy is not typically the first line of treatment for people with addictions, there are many people who have successfully used it to quit smoking without any other interventions. One study suggested that hypnotherapy was even more effective than nicotine replacement therapy for quitting smoking. Hypnotherapy may help with other addictions as well, either on its own or in combination with other psychotherapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy....

A sense of entitlement is a personality trait based on the belief that someone deserves special treatment or recognition for something they didn’t earn. In other words, people with this mindset believe that the world owes them without ever giving anything in return. The sense of entitlement that is seen in children is not always negative. Throughout the stages of development, children depend on their caregivers. However, as children grow older and become more independent, wanting other people’s help becomes less practical and takes away from working toward self-sufficiency....

The pressure on today’s parents to do everything and be everything for their kids is a real problem for many families. From online mommy wars and judgmental looks from in-laws to the subtle one-upping between friends and shaming that goes on over social media, it’s no wonder that moms and dads feel the need to be the perfect parents. But here’s the thing—being a perfectionist not only stresses you out to the max, but you might also be harming your child’s well-being....

Breastfeeding is a wonderful and rewarding experience, but it is not without its difficulties. Newborns can have problems latching on and learning to breastfeed, and older babies who have been breastfeeding well for weeks or months can suddenly stop. Both of these situations are upsetting, but be patient and ask for help if you need it. Talk to your pediatrician or lactation consultant for assistance and support. Most of the time you can find a solution and still breastfeed....

Finding the best lighting for a photoshoot, choosing the right filter for your feed, coming up with the perfect caption—for many, a simple Instagram post requires careful curation. The app is known for glamorous depictions of life that often fail to reflect reality, and the pressure to live an Insta-worthy life has given it a reputation for harming mental health. But behind the glitz and glamour of influencers’ feeds, there are thriving communities on Instagram filled with people supporting one another through their mental health journeys....

You might think your teen doesn’t have much stress in their life. After all, they don’t have to pay the bills, work a full-time job, or manage a busy household. But the truth is, today’s teens are stressed out. In fact, the 2014 Stress in America survey found that teens are experiencing even more stress than adults. They’re worried about school, their friends, romantic relationships, money, and their futures. Some of them are dealing with even bigger issues, like bullying and depression....

When it comes to picking an African name for your baby boy or girl, you have the luxury of picking a name from any of the continent’s 54 countries. African names are incredibly diverse and contain a mix of traditional, Muslim, Christian, and Arabic names. Naming a child in many African countries is a serious affair, and elaborate naming ceremonies are typically conducted to bestow upon a child several meaningful names....

Traditionally, autism spectrum disorder (ASD)—a developmental disorder caused by differences in the brain—has been most commonly associated with boys. Current figures suggest that one female is diagnosed with Asperger’s or autism for every four males diagnosed, but the Asperger/Autism Network (AANE) says the actual prevalence is more like one autistic female for every three males. Growing evidence indicates the failure of longstanding diagnostic procedures to establish how ASD manifests in women, which is likely to amplify the disparity in prevalence rates....

Pregnancy often means you have to stop doing certain things—like having a glass of wine with dinner, drinking caffeinated sodas, and relaxing in the hot tub. But it doesn’t mean you have to give up everything you enjoy, including sex. In fact, for most women, having sex during pregnancy is completely safe and not something that has to be avoided—unless your doctor advises it. That being said, some women do experience post-sex bleeding when they’re pregnant....