It’s possible that you can. Your ability to breastfeed after a breast reduction depends on how the surgery was performed and how many milk ducts and nerves remain intact. Your breasts will most likely make milk when baby arrives — but how much of that milk will have a clear route to baby’s mouth is hard to predict. Prepare for breastfeeding as any other mom-to-be should: read, watch videos, and talk to other moms....
It’s impossible to say really. While it’s pretty common togain at least a little weight after quitting smoking in general, it doesn’thappen to everyone. Most women will gain about five pounds, since they nolonger have nicotine in their system to suppress their appetite or boost theirmetabolism. But now that you’re gaining weight for baby, there’s no way to knowfor sure how much of that is caused by the fact that you’re no longer smokingand how much of it you would have naturally gained anyway....
While your situation depends on the type of cancer you had and the treatment you were given, most women who’ve beaten cancer can definitely go on to have healthy pregnancies, as well as perfectly healthy babies. Still, it’s important to know that chemotherapy and radiation can reduce your egg count — so you may need to consider fertility drugs or other lab methods to get pregnant. And although no studies have definitively proven it, some docs suggest waiting up to five years after you beat cancer to try to conceive again, since any fertility drugs you may need to take will bump up your hormone levels....
If baby’s on the way, you’re likely gearing up for sleepless nights, planning nursery decor and learning how to change diapers like a boss. Saving for college is probably the furthest thing from your mind. However, with the cost of college and secondary education creeping up higher and higher each year, stashing cash away now can make a big difference to baby’s future. How Much to Save for College According to College Board, the average cost of college tuition, housing and fees for the 2016-17 school year was $20,090—and that’s for in-state public college....
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With all the focus on putting baby to sleep on their back, it’s easy to forget that tummy time is actually pretty important. Though it’s tough to see at first, all those little wiggles and attempts at half-lifts are contributing to baby’s development in major ways, preventing flat spots from forming on the back of their head (a side effect of all that time on their back) and preparing them for a few down-the-road milestones like rolling over and crawling....
We’re torn between wanting to call one of these robot babies into our office and staying far, far away after reading about this woman’s experience. Brave BuzzFeed staff writer Crystal Ro decided that she’s a “grown-ass woman [who] should be fully capable of taking care of a baby — right?” (Her words, not ours.) So she took care of a robot baby for 72 hours, and documented the whole thing. “On paper, it seems like I could handle taking care of a baby: I have a full-time job, a decent place to live, a supportive circle of friends and family… So, what’s the holdup?...
When it comes to decisions about baby’s health and safety, as a parent you of course want to do your due diligence and make informed choices. So you’re not alone in wondering, should babies get the flu shot? Is it safe? The short answer is yes. Given their age, babies are more vulnerable to severe illness—but, fortunately, an infant flu shot can help keep them protected. Ready to get the lowdown on the flu shot for babies?...
Your Pregnancy Week-By-Week Congrats, Mama! Baby is going to do a lot of growing during your first trimester, as she moves from being the size of a tiny poppyseed all the way to a plum. And what about you? Well, you get the joy of experiencing morning sickness, fatigue, and forgetfulness. When you’re totally annoyed for no reason and your head is about to hit your desk, remember the important part: YOU’RE PREGNANT!...
Skin Care Ingredients to Avoid When Pregnant Retinoids. It’s recommended that products such as Avage, Differin, Renova, Retin-A, retinols, retinyl palmitate and Tazorac be completely avoided. While very little of the ingredient gets absorbed into your skin, studies have suggested a possible link to birth defects. Tetracycline. This antibiotic acne treatment can affect the development of baby’s teeth and bones. Hydroquinone. Between 34 to 45 percent of hydroquinone—a skin-whitening agent—is systemically absorbed into your body when applied topically....
Types of Baby Thermometers Multi-use thermometers. While a digital multi-use thermometer has the ability to take rectal, oral or armpit temperatures, you should designate it for one selected area of the body for hygiene purposes. According to the AAP, oral use isn’t recommended until a child is at least 4 years old. And, for accuracy’s sake, most pediatricians suggest taking rectal temps for babies and toddlers up to age 3. These thermometers typically take several seconds to record a temperature reading (making them one of the slower options), and they can be intimidating for parents to use—but when it comes to accuracy and affordability, these reign supreme....
Truth: Women’s bellies aren’t the only thing to inflate during pregnancy. Over the course of those 40 weeks, your breasts also swell to epic proportions—but that’s nothing compared to the voluptuous size and, dare we say, perkiness you’ll enjoy as a nursing mom once baby arrives. The question is, what will become of your breasts after breastfeeding? Of course, what breasts look like before and after breastfeeding depends on the person, since every woman’s body is different....
Like most old wives’ tales, this tale (keyword: tale) is not true, despite the fact that even doctors and nurses like to repeat this one. In fact, some medical staffers at a Sacramento, California, hospital recently pointed to the full moon to explain the 45 babies that were born there within just 48 hours. As the theory goes, since the moon’s gravitation pull is strong enough to influence the tides, it’s also strong enough to affect a woman’s body — namely, her menstrual cycle and, if she’s pregnant and nearing her due date, her contractions....
Those first days, weeks, heck, even months of baby’s life can be a roller coaster of baby bliss and sleepless nights. The Angelcare AC517 Movement Monitor is a smart use of technology to help parents actually get some shuteye. WHAT WE LOVE Welcome to the only wireless movement sensor pad on the market. The under-the-mattress pad senses and tracks baby’s subtle nighttime movements that audio and video monitors can’t detect (like breathing), and alerts you if baby hasn’t moved after 20 seconds Thanks to the data recording feature and touchscreen technology, you can have two months of helpful sleep analytics right at your fingertips Plus, it’s got all the favorite features of your regular video monitor: a low-profile camera, room temperature display, night vision, two-way talk, digital zoom and pan and more...
Just like us, famous peeps love suiting up their kids in fierce Halloween costumes. And sometimes, they like getting in on the act too. Here, our favorite celebrity kids’ Halloween costumes for the ages. Luna Legend as a Hot Dog Chrissy Teigen and John Legend’s little girl did her first Halloween up right in a whole slew of costumes, including Minnie Mouse and a peacock, but this little wiener had us cracking up....
Mail a printed announcement, send an e-card, text it, Facebook it, Tweet it…there have never been so many ways to let your family and friends know when baby has arrived. The good thing is that there’s no bad or wrong way to spread the happy news, so choose what suits your personal style. Here are some more tips and how-tos to help as you put together birth announcements for baby. Who?...
It’s not everyday you find great deals on baby gear, so when you come across a bargain, it can be super tempting to jump on it. An amazing car seat at a rock-bottom price? Yes, please! But buyers beware: Pay attention to the car seat expiration date. Unlike the “Best If Used By” date on your box of Cheerios, here’s why an expired car seat is a safety issue you don’t want to overlook....
In recent months, due to the coronavirus pandemic, many people have shifted to using video calls as a way to keep in touch with loved ones. However, for young children, it can be hard to grasp the concept—and even harder to sit still long enough to actually interact with grandparents and other family members. Luckily, parents can keep toddlers engaged and help them build relationships with a few simple tips. Here, Rebecca Parlakian, Senior Director of Programs at ZERO TO THREE shares some of her favorites....
We fell in love with Jennifer Garner in Alias. And if you don’t have a thing for undercover kickass super agents, you couldn’t help but develop a soft spot for her after 13 Going On 30. But our favorite role is the one Garner lives and breathes every day—that of a mom of three who addresses the joys and challenges of parenting with an endearing sincerity that has moms everywhere silently nodding mhmmm and thinking, she is one of us....
What is a molar pregnancy? A molar pregnancy happens when the tissue that normally would develop into a fetus instead forms an abnormal growth in the uterus. And even though it’s not an actual embryo, it unfortunately triggers some of the same symptoms of pregnancy, so many women with a molar pregnancy think they’re pregnant. What are the signs of a molar pregnancy? You may miss your period and have morning sickness — which might make you assume you’re pregnant....
