Why do we do this? One of the principles of early childhood education is teaching children to play well together, which many parents assume means teaching their kids to share. But, what is the goal of teaching our kids to share? Do we think teaching our kids to share will help them fit in? Do we want to train our kids to grow up into generous people by meeting the needs of others?...

In general, social distancing means changing your behavior to help stop the spread of viruses and infections like the coronavirus. These behavior changes often mean suspending social interactions, closing schools, and working from home if possible. It also means limiting your contact with the general public and extended family and only venturing out if it’s absolutely necessary—like picking up groceries and medications or visiting the doctor. In March 2020, the White House released guidelines regarding social distancing, including urging all Americans to avoid gathering in groups of 10 or more people and to keep a distance of at least six feet between each person....

That means a large number of children in the United States could go without care. According to the most recent National Immunization Survey, the number of unvaccinated kids in the U.S. has grown significantly in the last 30 years. This rejection of unvaccinated children could lead to a much larger public health crisis if the issue is neglected. Vaccine Rates Decline The decline of vaccination rates is a result of the rising issue of parental refusal of routine childhood vaccinations in the U....

Supplies: Spoons (one per player), eggs (real or plastic, one per team) For this one, you’ll need two teams. Each player gets a spoon and an egg (hardboiled or plastic). Each team must carry their egg on their spoon from the starting line to a turnaround point and back again. Then, the egg is passed off to a teammate who takes their turn. If the egg is dropped, the player must stop and retrieve it....

Your Baby’s Development at 16 Weeks At 16 weeks, baby measures just under 5 inches (12.4 centimeters) from the top of their head to the bottom of the buttocks (known as the crown-rump length). Which Trimester? Second trimester How Many Weeks to Go? 24 weeks On average, baby’s height at 16 weeks measuring from the top of their head to their heels (known as crown-heel length) is approximately 7 inches (18 centimeters)....

If you’re on the hunt for a baby name that starts with a particular letter, say the letter “D,” there are so many names to choose from, both popular and unique. Maybe you want a beloved vintage name like Dorothy that was given to many baby girls in the early 1900s. Or maybe you want a trendier name like Delilah, which seems to get more popular each year. Whatever the case, there’s a “D” name to suit your family....

Here, we’ve rounded up the most popular names that begin with the letter “O,” all of which make unique options to help your baby boy or girl stand out from the crowd. O’Shea Origin: IrishMeaning: Fine; FortunateFamous Namesakes: O’Shea Jackson Sr. (known professionally as rapper Ice Cube) and his son, actor O’Shea Jackson Jr.Peak Popularity: O’Shea has yet to make it into the top 1,000 baby names in the U....

Five weeks isn’t without challenges, of course. Your baby still wakes up frequently at night, and may not have their nights and days fully sorted out yet. They may also still be quite fussy at times or have colic symptoms. Let’s take a look at what to expect when it comes to caring for a 5-week-old baby—from development, to feeding, to sleep, to baby care, health, and safety. 5-Week-Old Baby Development Five weeks is an exciting time for babies....

A bullet journal is a book of paper with many small bullets in a grid-like pattern. The most popular bullet journal brand is the Leuchtturm 1917 which is about $20. Then you’ll need fine-point colored pens whose ink will not bleed through the paper so you can color code things. These pens range between $7 and $20. Then you can get fancy and creative by picking up things like sticky divider notes, stencils, ruler, stickers, washi tape, and stamps with ink pads....

Before your child learns how to talk, it can be tricky to determine the cause of your child’s tears. Even when kids do start to verbalize, the reasons kids cry are not always rational—by adult standards anyway. If you’ve ever had a child cry because the microwave “ate” their lunch, or had a tantrum get started after telling your child they can’t eat dog food, you are not alone. Kids come up with some interesting reasons to cry....

“Babies this age should be able to move around more,” says Florencia Segura, MD, FAAP, a pediatrician with Einstein Pediatrics near the Washington, DC area. “They can push with their legs, pull up to stand, cruise around furniture, and some will even stand momentarily without support.” As you prepare for your baby’s 9-month well-visit with your pediatrician, you may be wondering if your baby is on track and meeting the appropriate milestones....

Pregnancy is divided into three nearly equal trimesters, each with its own challenges and changes for both the pregnant person and baby. Diagnosing Pregnancy Pregnancy is usually first diagnosed with a home pregnancy test, which uses urine to detect the presence of the pregnancy hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). You can take a home pregnancy test from about the time you would expect your period. Once you have a positive pregnancy test, you will make an appointment to see your obstetrician or midwife to confirm the pregnancy and begin your prenatal care....

Every day, your preschooler is surrounded by people and situations that guide their moral development. Whether it’s another child on the school playground or a plot line on a favorite TV show, experiences shape their views. As a parent, you probably want to have some influence on how your child develops their sense of right and wrong and instill the values that you deem to be important. However, it’s not always easy to know what’s age-appropriate when it comes to guiding your child morally—or even how to start....

Such behavior is also known as social competence, independent living, adaptive behavioral functioning, independence, or life skills. All children need to adopt these behaviors to be productive members of society as adults. Adaptive Behavior Adaptive behavior assessments are often used in evaluations of students with learning disabilities. These assessments can help determine which behavioral strengths and weaknesses need to be addressed in these students to improve their chances of success in both school and life....

Consider Everyone’s Feelings Babies smell good and they’re super cuddly. Just being around a sweet newborn can be intoxicating. But, when the newness wears off, that’s when reality hits. You’ve got to be on duty at all hours, walk the floor with a screaming baby, stay elbow-deep in dirty diapers, and revolve your schedule around your baby’s. Take some time to evaluate how you and the rest of your family feel about that possibility....

This puts their children at an increased risk of impaired neurological conditions, warn researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA). “We carried out this study to get a better understanding of iodine status in women who consume plant-based diets, so we can then use this to improve fortification of plant-based foods and improve nutrition advice,” says UniSA research dietitian Jane Whitbread, B.Nut.Diet, one of the study authors. About the Study The small pilot study compared iodine levels between 31 plant-based participants and 26 omnivores....

In Old English, Brandon was originally a place-name meaning “gorse-hill.” There are at least four different towns and villages in England called Brandon. The place-name was used first as a surname, and later as a given name. The Old Irish form of the name, Bréanainn, probably derives from the Old Welsh word “breenhin”, meaning “prince” or “chieftain.” How Popular Is the Name Brandon? The name Brandon has been a popular name in America for half a century....

Lump in Breast While Breastfeeding There are many types of lumps and other breast changes that can happen during breastfeeding. Plugged milk ducts, engorged breasts, and mastitis are a few of the possibilities, and all can present as a breast lump. The good news is they respond well to treatment. Other changes in your breasts, however, may signal issues that are not related to breastfeeding. While most of the time breast lumps are nothing to worry about, in rare instances they may be serious and require medical attention....

If you do find yourself expecting again—whether it’s planned or a surprise—you may have a lot of questions about how breastfeeding will affect your new pregnancy, the baby you’re nursing, your milk supply, and your body. Here’s what you need to know about breastfeeding during pregnancy. Do You Have to Wean? A new pregnancy is a common reason for weaning. Some children wean themselves, and some moms encourage weaning to get ready for the new baby....

If, for instance, you are currently being treated your oncologist may suggest you discontinue. Medications used in certain treatments, like chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, or anesthesia used during surgery may be passed on to your baby. In addition, lactating breasts can be more difficult to examine and operate on. Research has found that if you have had breast cancer in the past, breastfeeding is feasible. Even if you have had a mastectomy on one breast, there is still the possibility that you can breastfeed from one side....