It’s every new parent’s biggest fear: One moment, baby is sound asleep and the next, she’s not breathing. By definition, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) has no known cause. It’s extremely rare, but a small percentage of babies do die in their sleep within the first year of life, without warning or explanation. The best way to decrease baby’s SIDS risk is to always keep her in a safe environment, especially while sleeping....
Just when you thought you had a routine down pat and even some semblance of a good night’s sleep, a teensy tooth starts poking out from beneath the surface of baby’s gums—unleashing the sort of outsized mayhem that can make grown men and women cry (or at least something close to it). And you can’t help but wonder maybe that’s why dentists refer to baby teeth as “erupting” instead of “coming in....
And the Winner Is: Play Kits by Lovevery Babies are curious by nature, and finding age-appropriate toys that stimulate their developing brains and encourage them to master those all-important motor skills is actually a lot harder than it sounds. That’s why we adore Lovevery’s sweet kits. They take the guesswork out of the playtime equation by curating collections of Montessori-inspired must-haves that cater to your child’s specific age and stage. The beautiful toys are made with safe and sustainable materials and built to last....
Now that you’re pregnant, your overall diet needs to be well-balanced to ensure that you and baby get the right amount of vitamins and minerals. A little overwhelmed by all the “eat this, not that” advice you’ve been getting lately? We don’t blame you. So let’s make things simple: Here’s a cheat sheet of what to add to your pregnancy grocery list the next time you’re cruising the grocery aisles....
Feeding your child is a primal impulse, so it’s only natural to want to make sure your kid is getting all the vitamins and nutrients they need to stay healthy. But when mealtime feels like a battlefield, it’s tempting to give in and call a bowlful of Cheerios dinner. Whether you have a super-picky eater who seems to subsist entirely on pretzel sticks or a messy eater who throws more food on the floor than into their mouth, supplementing with kids’ vitamins can seem like a beacon of hope for some semblance of nutrition....
Babies and toddlers unfortunately don’t come with instructions, and it’s hard to always know what’s normal and what’s cause for concern. When your little one gets sick, parents constantly wonder when it’s best to just ride it out, when to call the pediatrician during office hours and when to make an emergency call in the wee hours of the morning. If you’re worried about your child, your pediatrician would always rather you call them rather than rely on “Doctor Google” and gather misinformation on the Internet....
My 21-month-old daughter and I recently had a rare Saturday to ourselves – a true “Girls Day.” We went shopping and to a local children’s museum and out to lunch and had a lovely day together. At some point during the day, it hit me: my baby isn’t really a baby anymore. I suspect the signs have been there for a while… I just haven’t wanted to acknowledge them. Why? Because I know she’s our last and part of me wants to hang on to every last moment of her babyhood....
Whether you’ve been impacted by the disease directly or know someone who has, breast cancer hits home for a lot of women. Its warriors have scars telling powerful stories. October is all about honoring these fierce ladies and inching closer to a cure. Many brands and retailers take October to rally around the cause, often donating a portion of the profits from special collections and limited editions. Your purchase supports research, raises funds and promotes awareness....
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It’s normal for your uterus to contract when you orgasm. It’s always done that—now it’s just a good deal bigger so you notice it a whole lot more. This won’t hurt baby, and it doesn’t mean you’re going into labor. Don’t worry, unless the cramping is especially severe, lasts more than a few minutes, intensifies or seems to be turning into a series of contractions. If this happens, or if you have bright-red bleeding (not just spotting), call your OB right away....
Have you ever experienced that embarrassing leaking phenomena while sneezing or coughing or laughing hard? It’s called stress incontinence , and it’s a serious matter for many pregnant women - especially in the later stages of pregnancy when the baby’s weight increases, pressing more heavily upon the bladder and overstretching the pelvic floor muscles. It’s considered a common side effect of pregnancy, but new research shows that it can be prevented with just a few minutes of exercise a few times a week, a breakthrough that could spare women everywhere the embarrassment of trying too late to stop the inevitable escape of a few drops....
In my practice, thrush is one of the most frustrating issues for new moms to faceprimarily due to the coordination of healthcare practitioners needed to effectivelytreat thrush. Moms can have thrush. Babies can have thrush. Or both momand baby can have thrush. Regardless of the scenario, both moms and babiesshould be treated simultaneously due to the fact that thrush can easily be spreadback and forth between the mom’s nipple and the baby’s mouth....
Think about the word exterminate. When that masked man comes into your house (or throws a giant circus-size tent over it), he’s got one goal: to kill. You probably want to steer clear of that mess. Research published in _ Environmental Health Perspectives_suggests that limiting pesticide exposure when pregnant may be linked to a reduction in childhood cancers for baby (as is limiting your child’s exposure to pesticides once he’s outside of your body)....
I’m gonna fill you all in on a little new mama secret: More often than not, women who suffer from anxiety throughout their pregnancy suffer from anxiety during their labor and delivery. Ground-breaking stuff right there! You. Are. Welcome. All jokes aside, it makes complete sense, right? If you’re suffering from anxiety during your pregnancy, you’re probably not going to arrive to Labor & Delivery and suddenly feel calm, cool and collected....
What to Look for in a Push Toy Age-appropriate: While a push toy is a helpful tool for kids learning to walk, if it’s too advanced for their developmental stage they may get frustrated and avoid playing with it. Always read the manufacturer guidelines to ensure that the toy is suitable for your child’s age. Quality construction: Opt for a toy that is sturdy and well made. Push toys should have a handle or bar that baby can hold onto and a weighted base to prevent it tipping over during playtime....
Pregnancy brings on a roller-coaster of intense emotions: sheer joy, mostly—but also sheer worry: There’s the stress of planning, the crazy body changes, the endless list of dos and dont’s—and, oh yeah, the fact that you’re growing a tiny human inside of you. “Being pregnant is obviously a high-stakes endeavor, and it’s pretty typical to be worried that something could go wrong,” says Emily Cohen-Moreira, a certified cooperative childbirth educator and doula in New York City....
There’s nothing scarier to a twin mom than the thought of chasing after one toddler as the other dangles dangerously from the edge of some climbing equipment. But unless you tie them together (and we don’t recommend doing that!), they’re going to explore on their own. The key to keeping them safe in the process? Choosing the right places to play. Pick a playground that’s fenced in and away from a road....
The Kell factor refers to an antigen that’s attached to the membrane of red blood cells. Some people have it; some don’t. And generally, that’s not a problem. But a problem can occur when a Kell-negative mom is somehow exposed to the Kell-positive blood — say, via a blood transfusion. Once she’s exposed, she develops anti-Kell antibodies, which can attack and destroy Kell-positive red blood cells. So if she becomes pregnant with a Kell-positive baby, her anti-Kell antibodies might cross the placenta and destroy the baby’s red blood cells....
I pushed the screen out of our second story bedroom window, grabbed my husband’s iPhone and tossed it onto our very brick, very hard patio 20 feet below. He looked at me in astonishment, but said nothing. It wasn’t the response I expected—or really even wanted. As I covered the distance from the window to the closet, I, at the very least, had the awareness to recognize that I was a walking, talking one-woman promotion of the “crazy bitch” stereotype....
“I thought, ‘Holy moly, I just pushed you out of my vagina!’ I still can’t believe it.” — mchupie “He was pudgy, pink and had tons of blonde hair — even on his face — and when they put the little hat on him, my initial reaction was, ‘Wow, I gave birth to a garden gnome.’” — kelzinboston “’Oh my God, he’s so fat!’ He was 9 lbs., 13 oz., and we had no idea he would be that big....
