If you’re eager to get this baby going, it’s not a given that having sex will help induce labor, but you may as well give it a shot. If you’re just in the mood, that’s ok too! Simply put, although there’s no guarantee that “natural” induction methods like eating spicy foods, taking a walk or getting busy between the sheets will start labor, I often tell my patients to go ahead and give intercourse a try....
“My toddler said ‘f#$@’ for ‘fork.’ We went to dinner and we needed a new fork, so she started yelling it over and over again. I kept saying “That’s right… _F-O-R-K!” _and trying to yell it, too, so that people at the restaurant would hear me and understand what she was trying to say. It only made her yell her version of the word louder!” — Claire B.* “My son’s bedtime is 8 o’clock, so when we tell him it’s time for bed, he says, ‘That’s right, Mommy....
This is a sponsored blog post and testimonial provided by New England Cord Blood Bank, a pioneer in cord blood banking with over 30 years of experience in the industry. When Cameron Perlish was born, her mom Leighsa knew that life would never be the same. But for her, it wasn’t the usual new mom concerns of “will I ever sleep again?”, or, “am I feeding my baby enough?” She was faced with fears that no new mom can ever prepare for....
Having abominal pain after childbirth? We feel your pain, new mama, but try to hang in there. If you had a vaginal delivery, your aches and pains should resolve themselves within two weeks of baby’s birth. It’s normal to have intense cramps for those first couple weeks, especially while you’re breastfeeding. That’s because your uterus is shrinking down to its pre-pregnancy size (woo-hoo!). You might also experience so much pelvic pressure that it feels like your uterus is falling out!...
From the moment we first see their slimy (but totally adorable) little heads, we want the best for our babies—and that includes their happiness. The truth is, we can influence just how happy they are, both now and in the future. Here’s what you need to do. Respond to Baby’s Cries Sounds obvious, right? The trick is to create a pattern so baby knows you’re predictable and reliable. This doesn’t mean you have to jump up every time baby makes a peep—there are going to be times when she cries and cries and cries, or when she soothes herself—but it does mean attending to her needs more than the majority of the time....
Advance in your career, meet the perfect person, start a family. It’s the ideal path for many millennials, but the family part isn’t as inevitable as they’d like to think. That’s the intended takeaway from the Reproductive Medical Associates of New Jersey’s (RMANJ) Infertility in America 2015 report. While 91 percent of couples trying to have a baby are confident they’ll be successful (and 95 percent count on successfully trying within five years), statistics say healthy 30-year-old women only have a 20 percent chance of conceiving naturally each month....
Baby gates, outlet covers, the best car seat your money can buy—when it comes to your child’s safety, you’re ready to pull out all the stops. And for today’s new moms and dads, there is another product you can add to your stay-safe toolbox: smart baby monitors. These gadgets use high-tech features to provide extra reassurance that everything’s okay while your child sleeps in their crib, and can even go so far as to keep tabs on their vital signs....
The Stats: Name: Laura Clark Age: 35 Occupation: Founder and Editor, L.A. Story Children: One daughter, Caroline (3 1/2 years) TB: What was breastfeeding like for you in the beginning? LC: I started breastfeeding my daughter in the hospital immediately after she was born, and the first moment was great. It was very bonding, and I loved it, but once I was away from the nurses and everybody else it got harder....
You know you’ve got to go back to work—and you know you want to keep breastfeeding baby. But how are you going to actually pull it off? A traveling sales rep, a teacher, a surgeon and others share their secrets for breastfeeding (and pumping!) on the job. Get a really, really good pump As tempting as it is to get that single, manual pump because it’s super affordable, you really will make your day-to-day five thousand times easier if you get a double, electric pump....
From stretch marks and itchiness to rashes and acne, your skin can (and will) go through as many changes during pregnancy as the fetus growing inside you. Chalk it up (like always) to skyrocketing hormone levels, which increase sweat and oil production. So what about that “pregnant glow”? Mere myth? Maybe not. Start by cutting way back on makeup, or eliminating it altogether. Make sure products you do use are oil- and fragrance-free, and avoid anything with retinoids or salicylic acids....
Ear infections are the most common reason children visit their pediatrician for a sick visit. The problem is these symptoms can include fever, irritability, and sometimes ear pulling. Symptoms can also be a sign of any viral infection — or even teething (though teething doesn’t come with fever). Since most ear infections are caused by viruses, they usually clear up with fluids and time (of course, pain medication helps too!), but they don’t always require a visit to the doctor....
Attention mamas: On Friday, December 18, 447,000 popular infant car seats were recalled by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and the Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. The recall came after 77 separate reports were made about faulty bolts on the child restraint handles of over 40 different models. Loose bolts caused the handles to partially — or in some cases fully — break loose from the car seat base, causing injuries to at least three babies....
Stroller giant Graco announced a recall today on nearly 1.5 million of its strollers, after the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) found that many styles pose significant risks for fingertip amputations and lacerations. These risks, which mirror those of the Maclaren stroller recall back in November 2009, are caused when the hinges of the stroller canopy are opened and closed. To date, Graco has received seven reports of children injured by the canopy hinge—five fingertip amputations and two lacerations....
Sure, you occasionally daydream about the monetary benefits of being a Beverly Hills housewife, but have you ever considered the personal lives of the nannies who care for their kids? In what’s sure to be our newest guilty pleasure, ABC Family recently premiered Beverly Hills Nannies — a reality show chronicling the perks of being a permanent babysitter — and the newest episode airs tonight. The (_un_scripted?) series attempts to unveil the lives of high-paid nannies in California’s most prestigious zip code....
Of the many things we do for our kids that are painful, baby circumcision—the surgical removal of a newborn boy’s foreskin—is one of the most controversial and vexing. How badly will it hurt baby? How safe is circumcision? What are the long-term consequences? For some, the decision to circumcise is easy. Many do it for religious beliefs, or because it’s what has always been done in their family. But for those wavering while weighing the pros and cons of circumcision—including the risks, benefits and current cultural worth—it helps to be informed....
Every time the subject of children on airplanes comes up — which is a lot — people get very touchy. Even I went on a bit of a rant when Tuesdays with Morrie author Mitch Albom complained about being annoyed by kids on flights a while back. But guess what? I’m all in favor of kid-free zones on airplanes or even flights on which babies are banned, like a couple of airlines in Asia are implementing....
There were a whole lot of amazing moments—pregnancy announcements, baby milestones and dramatic births—caught on video this year. We’re counting down the ones that made you smile, laugh, cringe and even ugly cry (just a little). 15. Best Delivery Dance Off Call it the labor locomotion: If there’s one trend that had our hearts skipping a beat this year, it’s watching moms-to-be show off their best dance steps while waiting for baby to arrive....
So you’ve decided that adoption is the way you’re going to welcome a child into your family. Now, how exactly does this process work? There are so many questions to answer just to get started that it can feel overwhelming: Should you go through an agency or use an attorney? Would you consider fostering a child? Do you want an open relationship with the birth parents? How will you afford the fees?...
Let’s be honest: A stroller is a big-ticket item, but unlike all those adorable onesies you scored at your baby shower, a good one will actually last more than a few months. So how do you make sure you buy a stroller (or two, but not four or five) that has everything you need for every age? Read on. 0-6 Months What you’ll need At this point, your main concern is keeping baby stable, supported and comfortable....
When baby arrives into the world, his digestive system is especially busy, learning to process nutrients and waste as baby eats and drinks. What’s more, that system is still developing, so it’s no wonder some tummy troubles tend to pop up. Whether baby is super-cranky or braving the icky symptoms like a soldier, learn how to spot these common culprits so baby can feel better in no time. In this article: Gas pain Spitting up Reflux disease Constipation Diarrhea...
