A baby is a game-changer in every way, as is working at home. Try not to begin both new ventures simultaneously. If you don’t work at home already, but plan to start working at home after the baby is born, try to begin before the birth, in order to get a better idea of what issues and obstacles you’ll face. At the very least, lay the foundations for your new venture during pregnancy and maternity leave....

But it’s important for parents to keep tabs on how much violent content their children are being exposed to. Research shows that violent media content such as video movies and TV shows affect children, with many studies indicating that violence in media may be a risk factor for aggression, reduced empathy, increased confrontational and disruptive behavior, and other antisocial behavior in some kids. So what can parents do to protect school-age kids from violence and sex in the media?...

To counteract this, have a purposeful, well-articulated plan for what to do when rules are broken. Often, the problem is that consequences are not being used in the most effective way to curtail misbehavior and teach expectations. The good news is that a few simple tweaks to your discipline techniques can make a big impact on kids’ behavior. The spirit of using consequences is not to make your child feel humiliated, embarrassed, ashamed, or unloved....

During fertility treatment cycles, the two week wait can be even more frustrating. Your fear of failure—and your hopes—are higher. There are many ‘what-ifs’ floating around. What if the cycle fails? Will we try again? Can we afford to try again? Do I want to try again? Whether you’re in the middle of treatments or not, here are some two week wait survival tips. They probably won’t take away all the anxiety, but hopefully, they’ll make the 14 days a tad more bearable....

What Is Middle School? In the United States, middle school is the period in a student’s life that takes place after elementary school and before high school. Typically, the middle school grades are 6th, 7th, and 8th grade, although some school districts include 9th grade in their middle school programs. Other schools may designate 7th and 8th grades as the middle school years. Challenges in Middle School Middle school, which is also known as junior high school, can be an exciting time in a student’s life, as well as a difficult time....

While that may seem like a simple way to look at the demands of parenting, when you look at parenting more objectively, you usually do find that each age does have its own challenges. Many of these difficult times revolve around transitions, such as when your baby weans from the breast, moves from a crib to a bed, gives up his naps, and starts kindergarten, etc. Naps The transition of moving from two naps to one and then finally giving up a nap altogether can be very difficult....

How Popular Is the Name Andrew? Andrew certainly isn’t a stranger to the list of popular baby names. Odds are you’ve probably met quite a few people who bear the name. Andrew has stayed in the top 100 names in the United States since 1900. It spent 12 consecutive years in the top 10 from 1996 to 2007, with 2003 being its most popular year. Since then, its popularity has gradually declined, and in 2020 it held the No....

Balloons Are Hazards Too Surprisingly, latex balloons cause more choking deaths than balls, marbles, or toy parts. In addition to choking or aspirating on broken balloon pieces, some children actually suck in uninflated balloons while trying to blow them up. Of course, that doesn’t mean that kids can’t play with balloons anymore. Just be safe and recognize that they can be a hidden danger if your kids aren’t supervised. Balloon Warnings Although most toys with small parts are labeled as being a choking hazard to children under age 3 if they have small parts, it is important to remember the warning label that should be present on balloon packages: To be safe, parents should:...

Swimming works every muscle in your body, and since you are weightless in the water, it’s an exercise you can safely and comfortably continue throughout your entire pregnancy. There is nothing like floating in refreshing water when you are pregnant! We reached out to the experts to learn more about the benefits of swimming while pregnant. Is Swimming Safe During Pregnancy? We have good news: there really aren’t any specific dangers when it comes to taking a swim while pregnant....

Car seat safety is one of the most important things new parents need to think about when bringing baby home from the hospital. Car seats can save lives in the event of a minor or serious accident. They also ensure that babies ride comfortably in the car until they have grown enough to be protected by a vehicles’ seat belt system. We tested the Britax Marathon ClickTight Convertible Car Seat to see if it lived up to its reputation as the ultimate in safety and comfort....

Stomach Trauma During Pregnancy How far along you are in your pregnancy matters a lot when it comes to abdominal trauma. In the first trimester and the start of the second trimester, the uterus is completely protected by the pelvis and the bones of the pelvis act as a protective barrier. Because the uterus isn’t exposed at this point, neither falls nor minor trauma are likely to be problematic. It’s only after the first trimester, when the uterus begins to peek above the pelvis, that there’s more reason for concern if you get hit in the stomach....

Sweet corn is a favorite summer food of many children (and adults). In addition to being tasty, it is a nutritious part of anyone’s diet—including babies. “It is safe for babies to eat corn, but it depends in what form the corn is ingested,” says Tanya Roman, MD, chief of pediatrics at Community Health of South Florida, Inc. Here, learn the best ways to introduce corn to your little one and the health benefits they can get from this tasty food....

Causes Women get headaches from time to time, so it isn’t surprising they pop up during pregnancy, too. The reason is not always known, but many things can lead to a headache while you’re pregnant. Some causes (this list is not exhaustive) include: Hormone changes Hunger Low blood sugar Dehydration Caffeine withdrawal Lack of sleep Eyestrain from changes in your vision or too much screen time on the computer or phone Emotional or physical stress Muscle strain from changes in your posture as the baby grows and you gain weight High blood pressure in pregnancy...

If you are concerned about possible delays in your child’s verbal skills or understanding of language, consider these factors. All of them can play a role in speech and language delays. Physical problems like this are most often caught by your pediatrician before your child begins to start talking. In some cases, however, they may be missed until your child starts to see a dentist or begins to show signs of delayed speech....

The American Psychological Association (APA) defines youth violence as an extreme form of aggression with the goal of physical harm, injury, or death. Examples of youth violence also include date rape, homicides, and gang violence. For parents and educators of teens, it is important to recognize that these types of violent behaviors are prevalent. In fact, homicide is the third leading cause of death among young people ages 15 to 19 years old in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)....

Jewelry There are various types of miscarriage and pregnancy loss-related jewelry, ranging from angel necklaces to footprint earrings. Something that incorporates this theme makes a thoughtful gift for any woman who is grieving the loss of her baby. Keeping something like this close to her heart may make a mother feel like she is honoring her baby in some way as well. For a quality piece of jewelry or another special trinket, check out these online retailers:...

“We found that pregnant patients who tested positive for COVID-19 had more than double the risk of poor outcomes than patients who did not test positive for COVID-19” explains Assiamira Ferrara, MD, PhD, associate director, Kaiser Permanente Division of Research. Dr. Ferrara is the first and leading author of the study focused on pregnancy, which was published in JAMA Internal Medicine. “Poor outcomes included preterm birth, venous thromboembolism (blood clot), and severe maternal morbidity,” she adds....