The Los-Angeles based beauty veteran has experience working with big-name brands such as Benefit, M.A.C. Cosmetics, and Calvin Klein. She even worked for Allergan Aesthetics (the parent company of Botox and Latisse) as well, where she learned all about medical aesthetics treatments. Levy combined her passions when she founded Alchemy 43, a med-spa chain with outposts in California and New York (she is also the CEO). The boutique-like business specializes in what they have branded as cosmetic “micro treatments,” including neurotoxin and filler injectables, chemical peels, and microneedling....

Simply having pregnancy tests readily accessible, however, doesn’t help you decide whether or not you should take a pregnancy test, nor does it tell you whether or not you should believe the results. So, how do these things work? And which one should you take to get the most accurate answer? Yes, there are a lot of questions about home pregnancy test kits. Here are some answers. How Do Home Pregnancy Test Kits Work?...

Types There are two kinds of hydrops fetalis: immune and nonimmune. Immune: The immune type occurs when the immune system of the mother causes red blood cells in the fetus to break down. This is uncommon because of the Rh immunoglobulin treatment used with pregnant women who are Rh negative. Nonimmune: The nonimmune type accounts for most cases of hydrops fetalis and is caused when diseases or other complications cause the fetus to have fluid management issues....

While some clinics use assisted hatching routinely, the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) does not recommend routine use. The reasoning behind this assertion is that assisted hatching hasn’t been shown to improve live birth rates. Plus, as with any reproductive technology, there are additional costs and risks associated with using assisted hatching. If your doctor has recommended assisted hatching, here’s what you need to know. How Embryos Hatch To understand assisted hatching, it helps to understand the natural hatching of an embryo....

But what will that look like this fall? With many states still reporting record-high cases of coronavirus, it’s clear that the 2020–21 school year will look nothing like anything our kids have ever experienced before. What Might School Look Like this Fall? Regardless of which days your kids are in school and for how long, things are likely to look pretty different when they enter the school building. School systems across the country are spending time this summer coming up with comprehensive plans for regular cleaning and disinfecting, teachers are being briefed on safety measures put forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and guidelines are being established for social distancing and mask wearing....

Here’s how to make the best of it. Best Sources for Used Sports Gear Big chain stores that specialize in resale, such as Play It Again Sports, usually have a good inventory of used (and new) equipment. They inspect the sporting goods they sell to make sure they are in reasonably good condition, and they price accordingly—in other words, baseball pants with a few mud stains will be marked down lower than those without any....

“If you haven’t worn denim in a while, the best advice is to keep it simple,” New Jersey-based stylist Julie Holobinko tells Verywell Family. “One full length and one cropped style could last you your whole pregnancy.” As you start your search for the best jeans to wear right now, you’ll have to decide if you want to relax in the stretch of jeggings or go with Holobinko’s trend advice: “Denim styles have changed significantly over the past few years....

The study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association finds that preterm infants who were fed their mother’s milk had a significant improvement in their cardiac function at the one-year mark. The news is encouraging for the parents of preterm babies and health professionals seeking to give the little ones a healthier start in life. Details from the Study Researchers analyzed data from infants who were taking part in a larger project, the Prematurity and Respiratory Outcomes Program at the Washington University School of Medicine....

Do You Need A Nursing Bra? A nursing bra, or any type of bra for that matter, is not something that you absolutely need, but it is a convenient breastfeeding accessory. If you have smaller breasts, you may feel fine without a bra. A regular bra or a sports bra can be used as well. However, if you have a larger bust, or your breasts are very full and heavy, a supportive nursing bra may help you to feel more comfortable....

In the Bible, Caleb was a companion of Joshua and Moses. Caleb was one of the spies Moses sent into Canaan, the promised land. He was also one of the only two Israelites who left Egypt with Moses that lived to make it into Canaan. Even though it has Hebrew origins, Caleb became popular as an English name after the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century. It was a common name in the English Protestant sect called the Puritans; they introduced it to America in the 17th century....

All fish has some level of mercury in it, so it’s important to limit the amount of fish you eat, including tuna. You should also avoid fish with high mercury content altogether. That being said, abstaining from fish—and tuna specifically—during pregnancy is not recommended due to the nutritional benefits of eating it. Even though tuna often gets a bad rap when it comes to mercury, it’s important to know that there are actually multiple different types of tuna....

You may have heard that grapes are unsafe during pregnancy, but actually, grapes are generally fine to eat when you are expecting. While they do contain an antioxidant called resveratrol that may harm fetal development, the amount in grapes is too small to pose any danger to you or your baby. In fact, resveratrol has many benefits for your baby when you consume it by eating grapes. “If eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet, grapes are generally tolerated well during pregnancy,” notes Len Kliman, MD, an OB/GYN with over 35 years experience....

Getting an annual flu shot is the best way to prevent the seasonal flu, but you may wonder whether it’s safe to get immunized while pregnant. In fact, flu shots are recommended for virtually all pregnant women. “Flu vaccines…have been proven safe to get during pregnancy,” explains Harvey Karp, MD, a respected pediatrician and best-selling author of “Happiest Baby on the Block” and “Happiest Toddler on the Block.” What Is a Flu Shot?...

There are multiple options at the drugstore for treating constipation and other digestive issues, one of which is MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350). When choosing what to grab during pregnancy, experts give MiraLAX the green light. “MiraLAX is considered safe to take during pregnancy by the American Gastroenterological Association," says Sarah McBane, PharmD, the Associate Dean of Pharmacy Education at UC Irvine School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Here, we discuss what to expect when taking it along with a few precautions to keep in mind....

The short answer is that it is highly unlikely to get pregnant from anal sex alone. However, doctors warn that unprotected anal intercourse should never be relied upon as a form of contraception. We turned to the experts to find out more about pregnancy from anal sex, and why birth control is still important. Can Anal Sex Lead to Pregnancy? When unprotected vaginal intercourse occurs between heterosexual couples, semen is released at the point of male ejaculation close to the cervix....

Though there isn’t conclusive research supporting the recommendation to avoid tampons, to err on the side of caution, it’s best to choose pads for miscarriage-related bleeding.Here’s why it’s a good idea to follow your physician’s advice before inserting tampons after an early pregnancy loss. Overview of Early Pregnancy Loss The risk of infection may vary based on your individual situation. For instance, after a chemical pregnancy, any added risk of tampon use is probably quite low, especially considering that most chemical pregnancies go unnoticed....

These selections were all taken from the Revised Standard Version (RSV). Consult with your priest or minister for the exact wording that will be available to you. Matthew The book of Matthew offers some verses that may be suitable. Matthew 18:1-5, 10-14 At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them, and said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven....