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If you’re a mama-to-be, watching your baby bump pop can be one of the most fun parts about being pregnant…until you realize you can no longer button your pants. Whether it’s week eight or week 18, at some point during your pregnancy you’re going to...
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A newborn baby is so perfect, small, and seemingly fragile that it’s normal for new parents to fret over using the “right” detergent to clean their laundry. The good news is that you can do your baby’s laundry with the same detergent as the rest of...
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Parenting
With winter temperatures settling in across the country, here’s what you need to know about keeping your baby warm. While you can put on an extra layer or two when you start to feel the cold, your baby may not be able to communicate as well...
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Baby
Diapering and dressing your baby can be a fun way for both mom and dad to bond with a new baby. Whether you decide to use disposable or cloth diapers, you will go through many during your baby’s first weeks of life. If you choose disposable...
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Like Goldilocks and the three bears, agreeing on a comfortable room temperature is a challenge for many households. One person likes it cool, another likes it warm … but what temperature is “just right” for the baby?” Contrary to what many people...
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Health
Just hearing the words “head lice” is enough to prompt a collective groan from parents, usually followed by a quick inspection of their kid’s scalps looking for the annoying pests! What are lice? Lice are wingless, parasitic insects that live on...
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A new study, reported this week at the annual meeting of cancer specialists, indicates that the most deadly form of skin cancer is on the rise. The incidence of melanoma has increased by 250% since the 1970’s. Researchers are studying why but...
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Parenting
The Midwest polar vortex and its historic low temperatures, with wind chills falling to -60˚F in some places, have created a winter wonderland for your little ones. But while the snow can be a fun way to spend an afternoon stuck at home, your...
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Baby
Fevers in newborns and infants less than 3 months old are a cause of concern. Most fevers are harmless, but they can also be a signal of more serious problems such as infection in the blood, urine, or spinal fluids. Fevers signal that your baby’s...
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Health
Fevers can be downright scary, as your baby can feel like he or she is “burning up” while acting miserable. But rest assured, most fevers in babies over 3 months of age are nothing to worry about. A fever is simply your baby’s immune system trying...
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Parenting
As an adult, understanding gender differences between boys and girls or men and women can seem pretty cut and dry. But for your toddler, the idea of gender is a new and somewhat more elastic concept. That’s why parents and caregivers should not be...
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Health
Spending time out of doors is just one of the many benefits of summer. Keeping kids safe from outdoor pests is sometimes a chore, especially in the age of the Zika and chikungunya viruses. Both viruses are transmitted by the bite of infected...
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You carefully applied and re-applied sunscreen and kept your baby covered with a hat and other protective clothing, but the next day you notice distinctive red- or pink-skinned hallmarks of a sunburn. What do you do now? Just as your baby is more...
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Parenting
Summertime is here, and so are the sweltering temperatures. Children love to play outside during the summer but as a parent, it’s your job to keep them safe. Here are a few things to keep in mind to protect your little one from the heat. Choose...
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Health
Is dry, cracking, itchy skin causing your child (and you) to be downright miserable this winter season? Is the condition made worse by sub-zero arctic blasts of cold air that seem to greet you every time you walk outside? Are over-the-counter...
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Hi all! So I’m needing help. I live in TX and I’m currently pregnant with twins in July, me and my husband are going through a TOUGH divorce. Long story short he cheated and decided to leave once he was caught. We’ve been separated for 3mo now and...
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New Grumpy Cat, babies and puppies napping (oh aren’t they sweet when they’re sleeping!) and reminders of what’s awesome about parenting. It’s a good week to be surfing the Internet. 1. We can’t be friends When you become a parent, friendships...
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As your child nears age four, it’s natural to begin thinking about sending your child for his or her first day of kindergarten. After all, within a year or so they will be venturing out to school and you want them to be ready. Kindergarten...
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As a parent, the concern about sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS, kept me awake at night when my children were babies. I cannot count the number of times (often in one night) that I reached into my children’s cribs and placed a hand on...
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Memorial Day is a great celebration of those who died serving our country—and also marks the beginning of summer. Everyone is breaking out their BBQs, bathing suits, and bicycles. Although Memorial Day is meant to be fun and relaxing, it can easily...
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This week, one mom has her twin routine down pat, but her husband wants to change it up and show them off. Another mom wants to know if it’s safe to give her child pollen since her husband and she already take bee pollen. See what our...
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Luke Bryan makes country music-loving mamas swoon, a dad stands up against a popular song on behalf of dads everywhere, Grumpy Cat still doesn’t understand Frozen, and some adorable babies—some with dogs! 1. Luke Bryan’s got moves… and turns out...
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Pregnancy is definitely a time when a new—or altered, at the very least—wardrobe is in order. Some women find that they feel nothing but frumpy for the full 40 weeks, starting out bloated in the first trimester and feeling gigantic as their due...
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Many women have heard of mommy groups and can easily picture them in their mind: a casual gathering at a coffee shop or park, where serene new mothers meet new friends, sip on tea, and share tips that have helped their babies all sleep through the...
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Baby
Most new moms and pregnant women have heard of low milk supply and have this as one of their top concerns when breastfeeding. However, having the opposite problem — making more milk than your baby needs — can actually cause just as much stress and...
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Pregnancy
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Baby
While it is completely your right to breastfeed in public without using a nursing cover, some women feel uncomfortable doing so. Others aren’t quite sure how to get the hang of it without feeling overly exposed, especially first-time moms. Here are...
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Baby
Many women want to prepare for breastfeeding while they are pregnant to ensure they are ready once baby arrives. Here is a list of two absolute must-haves when it comes to nursing: A baby Breasts The wonderful thing about breastfeeding is that you...
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The name Scarlett was first used in English and French. It is derived from an English surname and is an occupational name that was used to refer to people who sold clothing made of scarlet. In French, Scarlet can be translated to mean...
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Health
It is not uncommon for infants and little girls to complain of discomfort in the diaper area or vagina. Irritation of the vagina, or vaginitis, is a general word used to describe anything that causes inflammation of the tissues in or around the...
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Parenting
No secret agent–style mission is more important than ensuring your child is well cared for when you leave him or her with your babysitter. While in a perfect world you would love to trust your child’s caregiver, it’s understandable you may want...
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Baby
Your 7 month, 1 week old baby is likely discovering one of the great joys of childhood: toys. At this age, your baby can likely transfer objects from one hand to the other, sit without the support of his or her hands, and find objects that are...
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Health
Burns in children are one of the most common household accidents. In 2010, more than 60,000 children ages 4 years and under were treated in emergency rooms for burns. It’s no wonder burn injuries are so common: burn hazards exist in just...
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Parenting
Baby wearing is the practice of carrying your baby in a cloth carrier or sling. This tradition has been practiced in many cultures for hundreds of years and has been adopted by many parents in the United States and Europe. Advantages of baby...
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Once your baby has graduated from a liquid diet at around 6 months, he will graduate to a highchair. While spoon-feeding is the natural next step, eventually your baby may be faced with many bite-size pieces of food. Initially he eats, scooping...
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Baby
The four-month milestone means it’s time to head to your child’s pediatrician for his or her well-baby check. A well child check is a time for your pediatrician to determine how your baby is progressing in terms of growth and development. There are...
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Baby
Many new mothers begin breastfeeding and soon want to give up because they experience some of the challenges that can be part of breastfeeding a newborn. But with a little patience, you can overcome these challenges. Some women experience nipple or...
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Parenting
Getting ready for the arrival of a new baby? Then it must be registry time! As our gift to you, we’ve prepared this helpful checklist to make sure you don’t forget any essentials when you’re preparing your registry. Print it and take along when...
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Parenting
Bullying involves a power imbalance where either through physical, verbal, or emotional manipulation, one child establishes power over another child. Bullying can even come in the form of texting and social media. It can be subtle or overt, but...
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Health
Most childhood seizures last only a few minutes, but those moments can feel like an eternity to a parent. Seizures happen when the brain’s electrical system misfires. Instead of releasing controlled electrical energy, electrical activity in the...
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Baby
Your 6-month, 3-week-old baby is likely discovering one of the great joys of childhood: toys. At this age, your baby can likely transfer objects from one hand to the other, sit without the support of his or her hands, and find objects that are...
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Toddler
Between the ages of 16 and 19 months, babies continue to hone the skills they first started acquiring a few months earlier — walking then running, picking up objects, and climbing onto chairs and other furniture (make sure you’ve...
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Many new parents are surprised to learn that not every member of their household is thrilled with the arrival of a new baby—including your cat. Your pet is probably used to thinking of “your” house as their house. Taking a few simple steps before...
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Parenting
Disciplining your child is an integral part of effective parenting, but it can be hard for parents and children, particularly when it comes to using consistent behavior management strategies. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends...
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Pregnancy
With summer in full bloom, many people may be wondering, “Whatever happened to the Zika virus? Do I still need to worry?” Just a couple years ago, the scare of infant birth defects, including microcephaly, was a very real concern for women who were...
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Parenting
Many people are reluctant to report suspected child abuse. Despite what they think they notice, they may be afraid to falsely accuse a parent or caregiver or may fear being brought into another family’s situation. They may feel it is “none of their...
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Baby
You may have spent almost every minute of the past two weeks with your baby. You’ve probably already started to adjust to your new schedule of waking and sleeping at strange times, and hopefully you’re almost an old pro already at the feeding...
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Parenting
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Health
We all know the pain that comes with wearing shoes too tight. It starts off with just a little pinch, then a rub, maybe a blister forms, and finally a delicate sore forms that hurts out of proportion to its size. Imagine if even the simplest touch...
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Baby
The four-month milestone means it’s time to head to your child’s pediatrician for his or her well-baby check. A well child check is a time for your pediatrician to determine how your baby is progressing in terms of growth and development. There are...
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Parenting
The time to begin preparing your dog for their new playmate begins long before bringing your baby home from the hospital. Here are a few simple tips to help make baby’s arrival in your dog’s life a smooth transition. Before you bring baby home...
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Health
From 2009 to 2010, more than one million children went to the doctor for norovirus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Norovirus is an infection that causes severe vomiting and diarrhea in people of all ages. Little...
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Despite its name, ringworm is not caused by worms. Rather, the infection is caused by a fungus that can affect the scalp and body. It’s called ringworm because of the characteristic round and oval spots, which are smooth in the center and have a...
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Baby
You may have spent almost every minute of the past two weeks with your baby. You’ve probably already started to adjust to your new schedule of waking and sleeping at strange times, and hopefully you’re almost an old pro already at the feeding...
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Health
Similar to lice, pinworms are parasites that spread through the transfer of eggs. A typical pinworm infection is characterized by the presence of small, white roundworms approximately the size of a staple found near the child’s anus. The most...
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Baby
Right around now is when many parents start to really appreciate all the intense brain development their babies have experienced since birth. By 7 weeks old, your baby’s brain has grown several centimeters in size — and you can easily see the...
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Parenting
You’ve dressed your toddler to get out the door on a busy morning. You turn around and you now see a naked body. Your child wants to be naked nearly all the time. Is this a problem? Should you do something about it? The toddler years are an...
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Pregnancy
As soon as some women have a positive pregnancy test, they experience every symptom in the book. Others don’t feel a single twinge and wonder if something is wrong. Here’s a breakdown of what can be normal to experience, but remember: not having...