Taking a pregnancy test can be a nerve-racking experience, especially when it is difficult to understand what the lines on the test mean. A test may show a small streak where the positive line should be. This is called an evaporation line. An evaporation line does not indicate pregnancy. If this type of streak appears,
Month: August 2018
A father of five in Muncie, Indiana, offered “free ass whoopins” to parents of unruly kids on Facebook and found himself smack dab in the middle of a debate on corporal punishment. Last week Dwayne Stamper posed for a photo showing him sitting in his driveway and holding a paddle behind a cardboard sign that
Since the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all infants and toddlers ride rear-facing until they are at least 2 years of age, many parents think they should flip their seats on their second birthday. Many parents don’t realize the risk involved in flipping the child forward-facing prematurely. Read on to find out why children
Image: Shutterstock Sleepover parties, a growing trend among teenagers, are a fun idea of getting some alone time to interact and catch up on life. Most teens love to throw these parties where food is the next best element after friends and fun. Keeping awake all night long is just a trend in these parties.
An intrauterine device, or IUD, is a small device that doctors place inside the uterus as a contraceptive. Many people experience IUD side effects, especially in the first few weeks to months following insertion. There are two types of IUD available. One type secretes hormones while the other contains copper. Hormone-secreting IUDs release the synthetic
By Jasmine Miller Hood, Common Sense Media Our house is a head full of curlies. Wonderful, kinky, coil-y curls (except my husband ― the addition of our two curly-headed tots has caused the subtraction of most of the hair on top of his head). While I’ve had my own journey of embracing my natural hair
This is a guest post written by Motif Medical. Sleep, eat, work, play, repeat. If this sounds like your normal routine then you might be a new mom getting into the groove of things. However, now you need be prepared to return to your job after your maternity leave! We understand that you have a
Image: Shutterstock For a teen, being fashionable is rather important. This importance has led to quite a surge in the kind of clothes manufactured today. Most teens keep abreast with the latest trends in fashion and are excited about every new trend. But, fashion does not mean expensive or extravagant clothes. You need to look
A chemical pregnancy is one that results in very early pregnancy loss, usually in the first few weeks. Doctors call it a chemical pregnancy because levels of the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) are initially elevated enough to produce a positive result on a pregnancy test but dip again before a doctor can see the
Artificial turf has become more advanced in recent years, and it is increasingly popular as a surface on which to play a variety of sports. However, it does come with the risk of turf burn. In some ways, turf may be safer than grass. For example, it provides more cushioning than grass during winter. However,
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. Parenting: Where the coffee’s always cold and the beer’s always warm. — Paige Kellerman (@PaigeKellerman) July 31, 2018 Dad will you help me
When someone close to you suffers a loss, you may want to do something to comfort your friend, but you are afraid of doing the “wrong” thing. You may be even so scared of doing the “wrong thing” that you do not do anything for the person. There is no one size fits all approach
Image: Shutterstock Do you often feel worried that your child might contract a bacterial or a fungal infection? And do you wonder how you can prevent that from happening? Infections are common in children, and most of them are not very serious. Unlike adults and teenagers, children and babies are susceptible to seasonal infections all
What causes irregular periods? Your menstrual cycle is counted from the first day of your last period to the start of your next period. Your period is considered irregular if it’s longer than 38 days or if the duration varies. Irregular periods can have several causes, from hormonal imbalances to other underlying conditions, and should
Psoriatic arthritis usually occurs in people who already have psoriasis. People with psoriatic arthritis experience symptoms of both the skin condition and arthritis. When children and adolescents develop the condition, doctors diagnose them with juvenile psoriatic arthritis (JPsA). Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an autoimmune disorder. Medical experts believe that it develops when the immune system
J.K. Rowling is quite familiar with the highs and lows of raising children. The Harry Potter creator has three kids: Jessica, 25, David, 15, and Mackenzie, 13. In honor of the world-renowned writer’s birthday (and that of Harry Potter, who she has called her “fictional son”), we’ve rounded up 13 of her best quotes about motherhood.
We all agree that motherhood brings with it the most soul satisfying experiences we have as women. But many times we find ourselves alone without friends, let alone mom friends, because the art of mothering takes so much of our time. That is why it can be hard to make friends, let alone an entire
Image: iStock The mildly sticky substance that lines up the canal of your ear is not dirt, but it is called ear wax or cerumen. It is a mixture of the secretions produced by the inner lining of your ear canal, the dead skin cells of your ear and the fine hair that lines up
What are the recommendations for alcohol consumption while breast-feeding? Moderate alcohol consumption is safe for mothers breast-feeding their infants. Moderate alcohol consumption is defined as about one drink per day. At this level, research shows there are no known harmful effects to the infant. However, more than one drink per day is not recommended. Of
Overview Chickenpox and measles are both infectious diseases that are caused by viruses. They’re caused by two different viruses. Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus. Measles, also called rubeola, is caused by the measles virus. Both diseases used to be common childhood infections, but now are preventable through vaccination. There are still far fewer
A series of stunning photos is celebrating the beauty of breastfeeding around the world. In honor of National Breastfeeding Month and World Breastfeeding Week, Lansinoh partnered with photographer Tina Boyadjieva to capture mothers nursing their children in 18 countries, including Peru, France, Turkey and South Africa. Tina Boyadjieva/Courtesy of Lansinoh Tina Boyadjieva photographed a woman
Image: Shutterstock When you want to relax and enjoy the evening or have trouble sleeping at night, a warm cup of chamomile tea is all you need. Thanks to its soothing and relaxing properties, chamomile tea is a popular beverage around the world. But did you know that chamomile tea can also help soothe babies?
Miscarriage rates by week vary between women. However, the odds of having a miscarriage, or pregnancy loss, start to drop as the pregnancy progresses. The risk figures for pregnancy loss are just averages, so each woman’s risk may be higher or lower depending on a range of factors. A pregnancy loss can occur before a
When a child complains of joint or leg pains, parents or caregivers may be concerned. Usually, the discomfort will simply be growing pains that will go away on their own. However, people should be aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate something more serious. Growing pains are a common cause of leg pain
Pottermania endures more than a decade after the final Harry Potter book was released and seven years after the last film hit theaters. The franchise influences many aspects of some people’s lives, from weddings to classroom decor ― and baby names. The Wizarding World has given many names a slight boost, but one name in particular really stands out: Luna.
As our little ones prepare to head back to school, shopping for the school year will soon be in full swing. From backpacks to footwear, parents love to use those tax-free weekends, end-of-summer sales, and back-to-school coupon codes to stock up on all the gear our kids need for the upcoming fall/winter season. One important
Image: Shutterstock Abdominal or stomach pain is common among children and most cases are treatable. Kids up to the age of 11 may suffer from these problems. However, abdominal pain in teenagers is not common and could be a cause for concern. A frequent or recurring pain should be examined and medical help should be
“I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!” As this year’s scorching summer season is upon us, there is no better way to cool down and relax in the late afternoon or evening than with a cold, tasty, sweet treat perfect for the whole family. Unfortunately, with food allergies on the rise, so