If you wake in the morning feeling disappointed that you don’t recall any dreams that you had overnight, you might question: Why can’t I remember my dreams? Learn about the nature of dreams, the association of vivid dreams with rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, normal sleep patterns and the pattern of dreaming, triggers of dream recall like untreated sleep apnea, and how you might learn to better remember your dreams....
Feeling lonely is a normal, human experience. You can feel lonely when you’re by yourself or even when you’re in a room full of people. When you don’t feel connected with anyone or you feel like no one understands you, you might feel as though you are completely alone even if you’re around friends or family. Causes of loneliness include life changes that lead to social isolation, like moving to a new place, grieving a death, or the end of a relationship....
Epidural anesthesia is a common and effective form of pain relief in labor. It is a regional block, meaning that it blocks sensation in a region of your body, usually this is from your “nipples to your thighs.” For the vast majority of moms who receive an epidural, they are pleased with how well it works as pain relief for their labor. Though sometimes, for a variety of reasons, an epidural might not provide you with complete pain relief coverage....
Low back pain and pelvic pain are among the most common problems that occur during pregnancy —if you are pregnant and experiencing these symptoms, read on, you’re not alone. About half of pregnant women will complain of significant low back pain symptoms. The changes your body experiences during pregnancy are dramatic, and these physiologic changes can cause unexpected pain and difficulty with seemingly normal activities. Contrary to popular belief, back pain is not only a problem later in pregnancy....
Vietnam is known for its beautiful beaches, delicious food, and its rich cultural history. You will see motorbikes, rice terraces, and floating markets in this paradisal country and if you’re lucky, you’ll taste the distinct flavor of Vietnamese coffee. Choosing a Vietnamese name for your baby is a good way to honor your family heritage. Vietnamese Names Vietnamese names are often gender-neutral and many of their meanings come from the natural world, like Chi, meaning “branch,” or Tuyết, meaning “snow....
As the United States continues to go through a reckoning with regard to racial and social injustice, many people are eager to examine and refute harmful stereotypes about minority groups. Latin Americans are one example of a large population that has been labeled by such assumptions. Stereotypes have contributed to the widespread discrimination experienced by these individuals, which can have powerful effects on overall emotional well-being. Read on for six examples of common stereotypes to avoid....
Author and activist Keah Brown wanted to combat the notion that being disabled and being cute were mutually exclusive. In 2017, she created the hashtag #disabledandcute. As a Black, disabled woman, Brown posted ‘cute’ photos of herself as a call to action. She encouraged others in the disabled and non-binary communities to post their own pictures. As the hashtag went viral, she became a powerhouse voice for her community. Brown was dedicated to bringing change and challenging the way in which media and pop culture depicts disabilities and addressing the lack of representation in the entertainment industry....
Smoking is not recommended if you’re breastfeeding; however, if you do smoke you can still breastfeed. The benefits of breastfeeding outweigh the negatives of smoking, and studies show that the child of someone who smokes will be healthier if they are breastfed. However, there are still other issues to consider. The Effects of Tobacco and Nicotine on Breastfeeding and Milk Cigarettes are made up of tobacco and other dangerous substances. Tobacco contains nicotine, a potent and highly addictive chemical that can affect you and your baby....
You go through dramatic physical changes when you’re pregnant, which affect every organ in your body. And the largest one of them all—your skin—is no exception. Throughout each trimester, it may have become more hydrated and healthy-looking (thereby giving you what’s known as a “pregnancy glow”). But after childbirth when your baby weight and pregnancy hormones start to fade, you may begin to notice that your skin becomes drier, less firm, and possibly striped in certain areas with stretch marks....
Subscribe 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 Kindra Hall Kindra Hall is a Wall Street Journal best-selling author and an award-winning storyteller. She’s also the chief storytelling officer at Success Magazine....
In 2006, Debi Yadegari gave birth to her first child. As a new mother to a six-month-old daughter, she decided to walk away from her six-figure salary as a lawyer in New York City. Parents don’t work 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.—we work 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., from the moment our kids wake up until they go to sleep. This is an unfiltered look at a day in the life of Villyge Founder & CEO Debi Yadegari....
Choosing the right childcare provider is one of the most important decisions a parent has to make. Whether you tour daycares or interview in-home help, the decision about who cares for your child while you are away can be overwhelming. You need to consider whether leaving a child with a family member, sending them to daycare, or hiring a nanny or babysitter would be a better choice for your family. Once you have determined which option to pick, you still need to settle on the right schedule, the appropriate person, or the best place for your child....
Before you buy clothes for your youngster for daycare or school, there’s more you should know besides whether there is a school dress code. Here are some heartfelt suggestions from care providers and educators to ensure happy and comfortable kids. Be Practical Kids may look absolutely precious in ruffles and lace, but let’s be honest, your child’s caregiver or teacher wants your kids dressed for practicality and fun. Dressy clothes for outdoor play or recess can be downright hazardous....
Confusion, memory loss, and personality changes are just a few of the early signs that a person has dementia, an umbrella term describing the symptoms of several different brain disorders that can interfere with one’s ability to live independently. Depending on the cause, sometimes dementia symptoms are treatable, but, in other cases, they are permanent or progressive. This is why early detection of cognitive decline is important, and the proper medical treatment might reverse or relieve symptoms....
Moisturizers are one of the more popular and most effective treatments for eczema, both to prevent and treat eczema flares. But with so many different moisturizers on the market, it can be difficult to determine which are best. What Is Eczema? In general, eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) is caused by problems with the skin barrier. If the barrier is weak or damaged, it becomes dry and itchy. These leads to further damage and increased sensitivity, itching, dryness, and inflammation....
Learning how to set goals is an important life skill for teens. Teens who have goals are less likely to wander aimlessly through life. Instead, they’ll be motivated to work hard to reach their greatest potential. Teenage goals don’t necessarily have to be life-altering. Instead, a goal could be as simple as saving up enough money to purchase a prom dress or getting a B in Geometry. Working toward a goal can help your teen learn about themself....
You might not realize it, but you don’t have to sit up to breastfeed. The side-lying position is one of the breastfeeding positions that allows you to nurse your baby while you’re lying down. The side-lying breastfeeding position is also called the reclining or lying down position. When you breastfeed in the side-lying position, you lie on your side and place your baby down alongside you on their side. You and your child will be facing each other belly to belly with your baby’s head at the level of your breast and their feet toward your feet....
Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a rare autoimmune condition that causes the immune system to attack phospholipid-bound proteins in blood cells and the lining of blood vessels. If you haven’t taken a recent course in college biology (and most of us haven’t), phospholipids are a necessary component of human cells. When their function is impaired in APS, normal blood clotting can be affected. Because of this, people with APS may face pregnancy complications that require close monitoring and treatment....
The postpartum period can be a time of high emotion. Life changes, upheaval, and hormonal adjustments can all contribute to feelings of overwhelm and play a role in postpartum depression (PPD). It is normal to experience mood changes during this period, but more persistent and severe symptoms may indicate postpartum depression. Learn when PPD might begin and how long it might last. When Does Postpartum Depression Start? The onset of postpartum depression is typically seen in parents when their child is between the newborn stage and 6 months of age....
More than 3.5 million kids ages 14 and younger are injured playing organized sports each year. In fact, a third of all childhood injuries result from a sports-related activity. Those numbers are enough to concern and alarm parents—and with more than 60 million children playing sports, the statistics represent a small but important number. Key Takeaways A third of all childhood injuries occur during a sports-related incident. Sports activities have numerous physical, mental, and emotional benefits for kids....
