What happens when “Fixer Upper” meets picky eaters? “Fix Her Supper,” of course. That’s the title of a new parody video from The Dad, a media and entertainment brand targeting millennial fathers. “Fix Her Supper” reimagines the beloved HGTV show as focusing on two parents dealing with a picky eater. While the food choices might
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Image: Shutterstock It seemed like the coolest thing to do at the time. But you have a baby now and may be regretting that nipple piercing you got. Breastfeeding with a nipple piercing can be a problem. The piercing could interfere with the flow of milk through the nipple. Or it could hurt the feeding
Proper self-care is important for physical health and mental well-being after an abortion. When a medical professional performs an abortion, it is a safe procedure that carries few risks. However, women should be aware of what to expect after an abortion and how to plan their rest and recovery. According to one analysis, it is
Essential oils derive from herbs, flowers, and other plants. As well as applying them to the skin during aromatherapy massage, people also use essential oils in a diffuser. This article will look at whether essential oils can benefit babies, as well as if they are safe to use. Essential oils for babies People should not
Kids may say the darndest things, but parents tweet about them in the funniest ways. So each week, we round up the most hilarious 280-character quips from moms and dads to spread the joy. Me: “When I was a kid, they made markers that smelled like fruit flavors. You could smell them as you drew.” (pause) 12:
Image: Shutterstock Whether your teen is shy and introverted or is always hyperactive and extremely outgoing, drama games will help channel all her energy into a positive action. We at MomJunction have compiled a list of brilliant improv and drama games for teens. Drama Games For Teens: 1. Count The One, Two, Threes: Let your
Endometriosis occurs when cells similar to those that line the uterus grow elsewhere in the body. It can cause chronic pelvic pain and a variety of other symptoms. But what is the link between endometriosis and pregnancy? Becoming pregnant may be more difficult for women with endometriosis. However, many women with endometriosis do get pregnant
Also known as second molars, 2-year molars are the set of teeth at the back of the mouth. These are wide, flat teeth that are perfect for grinding foods. According to the American Dental Association, 2-year molars typically come through when a child is between 23 and 33 months old. The lower set usually appears
After her mother denied her request for press-on nails, one girl got creative. Vegan chef and mom Serafina Peña tweeted a photo of her 10-year-old daughter’s nail art solution. It quickly went viral. I told my 10yr old she couldn’t have press-on nails so she made some out of clay. pic.twitter.com/LnS6dP52Op — serafina 🥣 (@___serafina)
There comes a point in every weight loss journey that we all dread. A weight plateau. No matter how dedicated you have been to your nutrition plan and workout schedule, it’s almost inevitable. And guess what? A weight plateau is totally normal, and temporary. It’s actually a sign that what you’re doing is working. There’s actually
Source: Shutterstock Teenage abortions are surprisingly common, but unavoidably traumatic. The growing exposure of teens to help them explore their sexuality without the right sex education can lead to physical relationships, which often lead to STDs, and, in some cases, pregnancies and subsequent abortions. To understand the growing incidence of teenage abortions, it is important
Most of the time, bleeding is the first sign of a miscarriage. However, a miscarriage can occur without bleeding, or other symptoms may appear first. Many women prefer the term pregnancy loss to miscarriage. Pregnancy loss is most common within the first weeks of pregnancy, and the risk steadily declines as the pregnancy progresses. It
Newborn babies often have dry, peeling skin. Most of the time, newborn skin peeling is normal. Most people expect newborn babies to have soft, flawless skin, and new parents or caregivers often express concern if their newborns have imperfect skin. However, it should not usually be cause for concern. Sometimes newborn skin peeling occurs as
What you need: A colored tote bag for every room in your house. What you do: Walk around with all the bags on your arm, picking up items and dropping them into their relevant tote. Magatile? Playroom bag. Rubber ducky? Bathroom bag. Rash guard? Jason’s room bag. Then, once you’ve got everything picked up and
A Criminal Gang is a formal or informal ongoing organization, association, or group consisting of three or more persons that has as one of it’s primary activities the commission of criminal or delinquent acts, and have a common name, identifying signs, colors, and symbols. There is gang presence in all 500 states in not only
Image: iStock Jump to: Imagine this. A live band is playing your child’s favorite song. Just as he starts to enjoy it, they start to go off-rhythm! The beats are irregular – some are playing it too fast and some too slow. Doesn’t sound good, right? So is the case with his heartbeat. There is
Women can get their water to break with the help of a doctor, but it is not safe for them to attempt to break their water at home. However, there are many natural methods that women can use to encourage labor to begin once the pregnancy has reached full term. In this article, we cover
Blocked tear ducts are common among babies. Most blocked tear ducts will get better on their own, and others will generally respond well to treatment. The American Academy of Ophthalmology report that as many as 20 percent of babies are born with a blocked tear duct, which is also called a nasolacrimal obstruction. Tears come
It’s a fact: life changes when you become a parent. And even if you think you’re prepared for the lack of sleep and change in routine (not to mention changing diapers!), adjusting to parenthood can bring challenges you never expected you’d face. We asked a group of therapists to share with us the most common concerns
The months between high school graduation and the start of college whiz by. You’ve spent 18 years raising your baby and these last few months are a time to celebrate the accomplishments you share and help prepare them to take flight in college. As hard as it may be to watch your little girl or
Image: iStock As a mom, I’m quite proud of myself! Since I’ve introduced my children to nutritious food early in their lives, they actually love to eat vegetables and fruits at any time of the day. Whenever they are hungry, they grab an apple or orange instead of potato chips or chocolate bars. But recently,
The pattern of a person’s menstrual periods changes during perimenopause. Cycles can become longer or shorter, and sometimes, people may skip periods altogether. The lead-up to menopause is called perimenopause. Changing hormone levels during this time can alter the frequency, symptoms, and regularity of a person’s periods. How do periods change during perimenopause? Menstrual cycle
Macrocephaly is the term for an unusually large head. An infant with macrocephaly will have a larger head than most other infants of the same age and sex. In many cases, this condition is benign or harmless. In other cases, it may indicate an underlying medical condition, such as a genetic syndrome or a brain
As a mom to three boys, actress Zoe Saldana is no stranger to the intrusive question “Don’t you want a girl?” And she has a lovely reason that assumption should be put to rest. The “Guardians of the Galaxy” star told Today at a recent event for American Express that the question about wanting daughters
Parents. What is the deal about needing our parents? As a young adult, I envisioned that one day I would not need my parents anymore. But actually it is the opposite – as we age, we need our parents more than ever. The evolution of how much we need our parents changes with every age.
Image: Shutterstock When your baby doesn’t pass stool for days, you might try various remedies at home to relieve constipation. But sometimes, your baby may need medical intervention, and the doctor may prescribe a laxative such as MiraLAX. But is MiraLAX safe for babies? Does it have any side effects? In this article, MomJunction tells
Originally published on Motherly By Julia Pelly The end of the school year is a time filled with emotion. There’s joy, of course, in the form of end of the year celebrations and class parties and moving up ceremonies. There’s anxiety and stress too, though, often brought on by the scheduling challenges of the celebrations,
Approximately 30 million Americans suffer from eating disorders and many more suffer from negative body image issues. This problem is also impacting our children. More children are suffering from eating disorders than ever before and at younger ages. Here is everything as a parent that you need to know and tips to teach your children
Image: Shutterstock Nail art is one funky way to make a point, delve a bit further into that locked-away version of you, and experience a bit of life on the cool side. The ease of creating nail art and the simplicity of application make it an excellent option for teen girls looking to try something
Baby dropping is when a baby’s head moves lower down into the pelvis ready for labor. It usually happens towards the end of the third trimester of pregnancy. Also called lightening, baby dropping is a sign that a baby is nearly ready to be born. Before dropping, the baby may rotate, so the back of