Breast milk is often referred to as “liquid gold.” It can be collected and stored safely in the freezer for many months. Whether you’re pumping extra breast milk to relieve breast engorgement or stocking up your freezer to have plenty of breast milk when you return to work, it’s easy to save every extra drop that you pump or express by following these simple guidelines. Level of Difficulty: Easy Time Required: 25 - 30 minutes...
Potty training can be an exciting and challenging time—for toddlers and their parents alike. For boys, this means learning to pee both sitting down and standing up. As the mother of four boys, I can attest to the fun (and the mess) that often comes with this process. There’s the thrill of “big kid” pants, the disappointment of accidents, and the inevitability of pee getting all over the toilet. First, it’s important to make sure your child is ready to potty train....
Anger can be difficult and distressing emotion. To deal with it, many people feel that venting their anger is the best solution. Many people who have struggled with bouts of anger in the past have been encouraged to let it all out. However, some research suggests that venting anger may not be as healthy as once thought. This article discusses what it means to vent anger and why it may not be an effective way to manage this emotion....
Karen Horney (pronounced horn-eye) was a neo-Freudian psychologist known for her theory of neurotic needs, her research on feminine psychology, and her critiques of Freud’s emphasis on the concept of penis envy. In addition to this, she made important contributions to the areas of self-psychology and the role that self-analysis and self-help play in mental health. This article discusses Karen Horney’s life, work, and theories. It also explores some of her important contributions to the field of psychology....
Marijuana refers to the dried leaves, stems, flowers, and seeds from the hemp plant Cannabis. The main active ingredient in marijuana is the mind-altering chemical delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Marijuana is the most common illegal drug used in the United States. According to a national survey on drug use and health from 2018, about 43.5 million Americans over the age of 12 used marijuana in the last year. As of the 2018 midterm elections, 10 states and Washington, DC had legalized marijuana for recreational use for adults over the age of 21....
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) have been associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes like preterm birth and low birth weight. A study from the University of Michigan, published in October 2021 in the journal Health Affairs, finds that they may also be linked to higher rates of first-time cesarean sections (C-sections) among women who were otherwise at low risk of having one. Key Takeaways A new study found that people with depression and other mood disorders may be more likely to have a first-time C-section....
A mother’s helper is an individual who helps out a parent or family needing extra care with their children while the parent is at home. This role is often held by young girls who are not quite full-fledged babysitting age in order to gain skills or by older students seeking training for future childcare positions. Because of the varied duties and because an adult is often in the home as well, the role is different from that of a babysitter, nanny or in-home care provider....
Nature refers to how genetics influence an individual’s personality, whereas nurture refers to how their environment (including relationships and experiences) impacts their development. Whether nature or nurture plays a bigger role in personality and development is one of the oldest philosophical debates within the field of psychology. Learn how each is defined, along with why the issue of nature vs. nurture continues to arise. We also share a few examples of when arguments on this topic typically occur, how the two factors interact with each other, and contemporary views that exist in the debate of nature vs....
W-18 is a synthetic, opioid drug, also known as 4-chloro-N-[1-[2-(4-nitrophenyl)ethyl]-2-piperidinylidene]benzenesulfonamide). Synthetic opioid drugs are man-made copies of naturally occurring painkiller drugs, such as heroin, a drug that is made from certain strains of the poppy plant. Opioid drugs are most often used in medical settings as powerful painkillers, although the euphoria that is part of the effect makes them attractive to drug dealers and drug users as recreational drugs. They are also typically highly addictive, producing tolerance quickly, and withdrawal if the person taking the drug for a period of time suddenly stops taking it....
Postpartum life for a first-time mom can be overwhelming thanks to discovering your new body, adhering to a new schedule, and of course, taking care of an infant. For me, as a super-achiever and overfunctioner in my pre-baby life, the feeling of “mom brain” or “baby brain” postpartum was one of the most frustrating experiences. Where I could memorize things at an unthinkable pace and volume before, I could barely remember the words for mundane objects, never mind whether or not I had turned the stove off....
Poor sleep is a common problem for many people. Research suggests that an estimated 30% of all U.S. adults struggle to fall or stay asleep. Unfortunately, troubles with sleep can lead to both mild and much more serious consequences. For example, lack of sleep is linked to short-term changes in mood as well as more serious issues such as depression and anxiety. If you’re struggling to get enough sleep each night, there might be a number of different factors contributing to your difficult slumber....
Self-help groups can be a helpful resource if you have a shopping addiction. Surrounding yourself with a community of people who have shared the same or similar experiences can be extremely beneficial. Like most problems in life, it can help to talk to others who know exactly what you’re dealing with because they’ve been there, too. If you’re a compulsive shopper, you can gain a new perspective on your addiction through support group work....
At some point during the tween years, boys will begin to experience the stages of puberty. This can be complicated for both kids and parents. Knowing what to look for can ease your mind and help your tween through these enormous physical and emotional changes. Keep in mind that these signs may appear gradually, and it may take several years for your child to completely cycle through all the phases of puberty....
From a very young age, we understand our facial expressions play a major role in nonverbal communication. The human face is extremely expressive and can translate a wide array of emotional states, sometimes even against our best efforts. Key Takeaways A study found that the speed at which we produce a facial expression influences others’ ability to recognize our emotions.The findings showed expressions of anger and happiness were made more quickly than sad expressions....
Smoking one cigarette after you quit doesn’t erase all of your efforts to be smoke-free. However, for some, a single smoking slip means the difference between successfully quitting and returning to smoking full-time. As of Dec. 20, 2019, the new legal age limit is 21 years old for purchasing cigarettes, cigars, or any other tobacco products in the U.S. How you choose to move forward is up to you. Do what you are comfortable with, but make sure you take some time to analyze and correct the underlying reasons why you picked up another cigarette in the first place....
During pregnancy, lying flat on your back can worsen certain pregnancy symptoms such as heartburn and shortness of breath. It can also cause your blood pressure to drop. When your blood pressure falls from lying on your back during pregnancy, it’s called supine hypotension syndrome. Supine is a medical term for lying flat on your back. Hypotension is low blood pressure. When you’re pregnant, and you lie flat on your back, the weight of the baby and your uterus press down on your spine and abdominal organs....
If you find that you are stressed and not getting enough sleep, you’re not alone. In a national sleep survey, 40 percent of respondents said they aren’t getting the recommended amount of rest. Many of the stressors we face in modern life, such as traffic jams, difficult co-workers, or relationship conflicts, can trigger a fight-or-flight response, and prolonged exposure to this stress without relaxation can result in shorter sleep duration and poorer quality sleep....
Parents who are denied child custody in court are often granted generous visitation rights. In most cases, the courts strongly support and encourage the involvement of both parents, even when they determine that living in one consistent location would be in the child’s best interests. Therefore, if you recently lost a bid for custody in court, you should exercise your visitation rights and maintain a close relationship with your child. As a first step, you’ll need to understand why you were not granted custody and what your visitation rights are....
When my husband and I were preparing for my first hospital delivery, he packed a wheeling suitcase that weighed more than our unborn child. In addition to a change of clothes and toiletries, he inexplicably brought four Civil War tomes, six Soylent meal replacement drinks, and a New York Times crossword book. As first-time parents, we had no idea how long labor would take and how much downtime we’d have, so we packed for every possibility....
A drug dealer is an individual who sells drugs, of any type or quantity, illegally. They can be small-time dealers who sell small quantities to offset the costs of their own drug use, or they can be highly organized groups and businesspeople within high-organized operations that run like a serious business. Traditionally, drug dealers are seen as a key part of the problem of addiction in our communities. There is often a lot of overlap with “pushing” controlled drugs such as marijuana, heroin, meth, and cocaine....
