Image: iStock A change in the season brings in infections that can affect your child. One such condition is croup, which can cause a coughing noise that is distinct and unlike a regular cough. The unusual sound is like nothing you heard before, and can make an anxious parent paranoid! So what is croup and
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Both breastfeeding and pumping are excellent ways to feed a baby breast milk. Breast milk is the natural food for infants, and pumping can offer benefits that are similar, although not identical, to providing breast milk directly from the breast. Human breast milk is biologically designed to meet a baby’s nutritional needs, and many doctors
A healthful breastfeeding diet is essentially the same as a nutritious diet when not breastfeeding. The main difference is that people who are breastfeeding need more calories. When breastfeeding, a person requires around 450 to 500 extra calories per day. People who wish to lose weight after pregnancy may not need to increase their calorie
COURTESY OF TROPICANA KIDS Her tactic: “Nowadays, schools make it great for parents by sending out an email blast that lets you know what your kids have been doing all day,” Philipps says. “For example, the school that my kids go to sends an email with an ‘Ask Me About’ section that highlights a few things
We can thank our mothers for their nurturing, kindness, wiping away every booboo, and now…for your genius-ness. Your mother’s genes and intelligence are really all you need, but don’t ditch the dad just yet, he’s great for other stuff, too. However, being smart in the 21st century when many women are standing up and boldly
While breastfeeding offers numerous benefits, it also presents many challenges. Many women find that breastfeeding is most difficult in the first weeks of the baby’s life and during times of transition, which may include returning to work after maternity leave. With the right help, most women can breastfeed successfully. However, there are also some drawbacks
The American Academy of Pediatrics is recommending that doctors write a prescription for kids that’s a bit out of the ordinary. In a new clinical report, the AAP stresses the importance of a “prescription for play.” The report, which is an update to one from 2007, explains the many benefits play can have in a
Image: iStock Jump To Specific Section: Anna has reached the age of puberty. Her mom Debby was expecting Anna’s first period to begin any time now. This has been bothering Debby for some time as she did not want Anna to face any embarrassment at school. Moreover, it could be painful for Anna and she
Making healthful food choices is crucial for women when they are pregnant. Their diet will provide the fetus with the nutrients essential for growth and development. A nutritious diet plays an essential role in a person’s overall health, helping the body to function effectively and reducing the risk of some diseases. Most people are aware
The average American family will spend somewhere around $637 on back-to-school supplies for each elementary school child this year and twice that for a high school student, according to the annual Backpack Index from Huntington Bank and Communities in Schools. Add to that the fact that both children and parents typically have anxiety about the transition of
As soon as you are pregnant, you begin picturing the bright future of your child. However, parents learn early on that their sweet little bundles of joy are anything but blank slates. To the contrary, so many factors impact personality development and ultimately, who the child becomes. Birth order is traditionally one of the significant
Birth control pills are a popular and effective method of contraception. However, some factors, such as missing pill days, vomiting, and taking certain medications, can reduce the effectiveness of the pill and may result in unintended pregnancies. In this article, we look at how effective the birth control pill is, and five reasons why the
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. Ah, morning: the sun is shining, the coffee’s brewing, and your kids’ screen time for the day is still fresh enough that you
There are ways to induce labor medically, but a person can often encourage dilation by keeping the body relaxed and loose. This can help ease the delivery. Dilation is a term that describes the widening of the cervical opening. Dilation of the cervix is one sign that a pregnant woman is going into labor. During
Breastfeeding can be exhausting, particularly in the early days period when a baby may sleep irregularly and wake up numerous times each night. A morning cup of coffee might help a person manage sleep deprivation, but many people worry about the effects of caffeine on their babies. However, caffeine is safe in moderation for people
It may seem impossible to put into words the chaos, confusion and pure love of parenting. But moms and dads across Twitter sure are trying. A trending hashtag is calling on parents to sum up #ParentingIn5WordsOrLess. Celebrities, influencers and other parents have chimed in to share the hilarity and emotion that come with raising kids.
Okay, we’ve all “heard” the stories and perhaps even seen those women – doing their hair, putting on lipstick, and blatantly unaware of their surroundings while driving. So…being a woman must automatically put you in the guilty seat as a bad driver? We see female celebrities get pulled over repeatedly for DUI’s and driving with
Image: Shutterstock Table of contents: Excess production of acid in the stomach and heartburn is a universal problem. It does not spare even infants. There are several medicines to address this problem, and ranitidine, sold under the brand name Zantac, is one of them. But can babies have Zantac? Is it safe to give an
Plan B One-Step is an emergency contraception pill that people can take in some instances to prevent pregnancy. This pill is effective if people forget to take their birth control pill and have unprotected sex or if another birth control method fails. It is essential that people who decide to use the Plan B pill
Concussion is an injury to the brain caused by either a blow to the head or body. A child’s developing brain is more at risk than an adult’s, so parents and caregivers may want to know the signs of concussion in children. A survey published in 2017, looking at more than 13,000 adolescents in the
The first day of kindergarten is often marked by adorable photos alongside “I can’t believe this!” captions filled with crying emoji. Because although many parents are happy to watch their kids start that stage of childhood, some moms and dads also face many fears. HuffPost turned to parents who have been through the transition of sending their
No one ever said that the kids should have all the fun during back-to-school season. In fact, if anything, moms could really use an extra boost after a long summer of hot days with whiny kids demanding a fresh snack every hour, on the hour. With the start of school, it’s back to a much-needed
Image: Shutterstock Table Of Contents: Now that your teen is on the verge of adulthood, you will see a marked change in the way he cares for his overall grooming and personality. With the hormonal shifts kicking in, now is also the time when your teen will go through the blooming period. He will start to
Running a business from home is hard. Juggling housework, family time and the needs of your growing business can be a challenge no matter how efficient you are. Setting aside a dedicated space to inspire your creativity and focus is important and can help you to hone your productivity in an setting built for your
Stretch marks appear on men and women of all ages, sizes, and skin types. They do not cause pain or health problems, but some people are bothered by their appearance. People often wonder how to prevent stretch marks from forming. Skin can stretch to accommodate size changes, including those due to weight fluctuations, puberty, muscle
It’s the time of year when back-to-school sales flood the cable channels and bombard our inboxes, but not without reason. After all, little ones grow out of their clothes almost overnight, and active teens wear out their sneakers faster than you can replace them. But, for every new back-to-school purchase you make, you’re left with
Tula offers a pint-sized backpack for your preschool pupil. Back to School can mean big changes for families across the country. Whether your little one is just starting pre-school or your soon-to-be first-grader is joining the ranks of his older sibling on the way to elementary school, watching our children embark on their next big
Image: Shutterstock If you thought bringing up a toddler was difficult, you probably haven’t met the parent of a teen yet. And if you have a teen at home, you already know the treacherous ground you are traveling on. The teen years come with a pre-conceived notion of expected behavioral issues. However, when the issues
Birth control pills contain hormones, and they can increase a person’s breast size. However, the effect is usually temporary. The two primary hormones present in most types of birth control pill are: estrogen, a female sex hormone progestin, a synthetic version of progesterone, which is another female sex hormone The body produces estrogen and progesterone.
Halle Berry has a lot of thoughts about parenthood. The actress, mother of 10-year-old Nahla and 4-year-old Maceo, has been sharing her parenting experiences and wisdom throughout her time as a mom. In honor of her birthday, we’ve rounded up 13 lovely quotes about motherhood from Berry. On Balancing Work And Parenthood “You don’t ever