Isn’t parenthood glamorous? You used to worry about the color of your shoes or your living room carpet. Now, you’re talking about green poop. As unsettling as it may be, green poop can actually be perfectly normal. Kids’ digestive systems work a bit more quickly than ours, so it’s not uncommon to see undigested bits of food and colorful remnants from previous meals and snacks. Indulging on strawberries, for instance, can result in red poop....
Since you’re probably doing it anyway, it’s a relief to know that having full conversations with your babbling baby is now scientifically encouraged. According to a new study by the University of Iowa and Indiana University, they way parents respond to baby influences how the child will communicate and vocalize. By listening and responding to whatever you think your baby is saying, you’re letting baby know she can communicate, leading her to make more complex sounds more quickly....
Safety proofing, multitasking, spending every waking hour attending to people other than yourself — so is the life of a parent. Doesn’t sound hard to you? A new video game may change your mind. Jostle Parent , a simple, pixilated game, allows you to control a parent in charge of three little kids. And these little kids will make your life so difficult, even though they don’t roam much further than the house and yard....
Probably. If the incisions for your surgery were performed beneath the fold of the breasts or near your armpit, your chances of being able to breastfeed are good. If incisions were made around your areola, your milk production might be hindered, or your milk delivery system might be cut short — but it’s not necessarily impossible. Many mamas are able to breastfeed with implants. Go ahead and give breastfeeding your best shot, keeping a close watch on baby’s weight gain and diaper output so that you can supplement if she isn’t getting enough milk....
Sign up for those allergy shots, mom-to-be, because the latest research found that women who received allergy shots (aka immunotherapy ) while pregnant lowered their baby’s chance of asthma, eczema and food allergies. The research, presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), and led by Dr. Jay Lieberman, found that moms-to-be who get their allergy shots during pregnancy reduce their baby’s chances of allergies by up to 16 percent....
The lights were turned off and the movie began. I was 13 years old and in 7th grade. I was the only Black person in my history class and that day, for some reason, our teacher was showing a film in which the narrator stated the phrase, “go home, nigger, go home.” I don’t remember the context of the film. I don’t know why the film was being shown. But I remember to this day how I felt when a White classmate said out loud, “that’s right, Jennifer, go home!...
If this isn’t the best reason ever to pack up and head somewhere tropical than I just don’t know what is. New research says that kids are likely to have stronger muscles if their moms had higher levels of vitamin D during their pregnancies. So clear your schedules for some fun in the sun, damn it! The research, performed at the University of Southampton by the Medical Research Council Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit and published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, found that low vitamin D status in mom has been linked to reduced muscle strength in adults and babies....
Heparin is an anticoagulant. That’s a medication that’s designed to slow the blood’s clotting time. Normally, when you get a cut, your blood clots in a matter of seconds. That process takes longer for someone who’s on an anticoagulant. If you have a clotting condition, like thrombophlebitis or deep vein thrombosis (DVT), or a family history of clotting, your doc may prescribe heparin. Heparin needs to be injected, so if you’re prescribed it, your doctor or nurse will teach you how to give yourself the shots....
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As with any party, the best baby showers are those where the conversation is lively and time seems to fly. And nothing does that better than a few well-chosen baby shower games. We’ve rounded up our favorites, from co-ed baby shower games that all your guests will enjoy, to easy baby shower games you can pull off in a moment’s notice and even unique baby shower games that’ll impress even the most jaded of guests....
It’s so easy to get caught up in baby’s health right now (are they gaining enough weight? Are they getting enough sleep?) that you lose focus on the future. But because it’s such a crucial time for both body and brain development, it’s important to look at the big picture. There are steps you can take early in baby’s life that will impact your child’s health for years to come. From the importance of tummy time to the benefits of “good” bacteria, here’s what you need to know to give baby a healthy head start....
Bikes aren’t bad for below You’ve probably heard the rumors that bikes can do damage to his nether regions, but there’s actually not much truth to this one. One small study from Austria found that male mountain bikers may experience more infertility from scrotal damage caused by jolting over rough terrain — but the study only looked at men who logged at least 3,000 miles a year (that’s an average of two-plus hours a day, six days a week), which is pretty extreme....
Give us the scoop on your new book The Star Attraction. It’s an inside look at Hollywood through the life of Sophie, the main character who is an entertainment publicist. It’s her story, dealing with the ins and outs of Hollywood, trying to balance a relationship and work, and trying to figure out what she wants out of life! This is your first fiction book. Why did you want to write it?...
New research published in the journal PLOS Genetics found that handedness in babies is decided long before they’re ever born! Scientists at the Universities of Oxford, St. Andrews, Bristol and the Max Plank Institute in Nijmegen, the Netherlands revealed that a network of genes are likely associated with establishing left- or right-handed preferences in embryos. Previous theories focused on the role of hormones as cause for the handedness bias as well as which thumb babies would use to suck on in the womb, but the research completed claims otherwise....
Pregnancy brings lots of changes to your body, so it’s normal to wonder what might remain the same. One commonly asked question: “Can you get your period while pregnant?” Here, we tapped experts to find out. Keep reading to learn more about whether you can have a period while pregnant, and what to do if you experience period-like bleeding or cramps during pregnancy. In this article: Can you get your period while pregnant?...
Body aches. Constipation. Heartburn. Tiny fingers and heels pushing into your ribcage. Pregnancy offers so many side effects that itchy hands and feet may seem like the least of your worries. But sudden, excessively itchy skin can signal that you might have intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP)—more commonly referred to as obstetric cholestasis or just cholestasis. While it’s extremely rare (the occurrence rate is between 0.3 and 0.5 percent among the general population), according to the Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM), cholestasis is the most common pregnancy-specific liver condition....
There’s a bunch of fun stuff on your to-do list in the weeks leading up to parenthood, like decorating the nursery, debating baby names and tasting every cupcake flavor at your baby shower. But don’t forget the more practical considerations, like shoring up your new baby’s security. Here’s what you should be checking—and double-checking—in the weeks before your newest responsibility arrives. Check Your Benefits Bone up on your rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act and ask your company’s HR department about your options for maternity and paternity leave....
What is a hernia in a baby? A hernia is a protrusion of an internal body part. Hernias often appear as lumps or bumps (that may come and go) because the internal organ (usually the intestine) is pushing through a weak spot in the abdomen and making itself visible. The most common hernias in infants and toddlers are umbilical and inguinal hernias. Umbilical hernias typically occur in younger babies and go away by baby’s first birthday....
Good nutrition during pregnancy is essential—the nutrients you give your body are the building blocks of strong, healthy growth for baby. During the next nine months, you’ll need about 300 more calories perday than usual. The best way to get these in is by sneaking in two or three healthy snacks between three small meals. Eating frequent small meals (as opposed to a few large meals separated by a long period without calories or nutrients) helps baby get maximum benefit from what you eat....
Not only can you take your hyperthyroid meds, you should. Medicines like propylthiouracil or methimazole are not only safe to take during pregnancy, they also provide excellent control of the disease, reducing your risk of pregnancy complications. But, it’s not just business as usual. You’ll need to see your health care provider for monthly blood tests to check your thyroid function. While you’re pregnant, it’s tough to tell if your thyroid is acting up or if the excessive sweating and vomiting are just from being pregnant....
