Category: baby
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I Had a Dream That My Son Could Walk and Talk – Here’s Why It Means So Much
home insemination kit Parenting By Claire Johnson Updated: Sep. 14, 2020 Originally Published: March 11, 2018 Last night, I found myself in that familiar dream again, where my son embodies the essence of “normalcy.” It’s a dream that resonates with every parent of a child with special needs, and I’m no exception—I’ve had it countless…
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Leaving My Heart in the NICU
home insemination kit My husband and I had gathered our belongings and were holding hands beside the hospital bed when the pediatrician returned from the discharge examination…without our newborn daughter. The serious look on her face triggered an overwhelming wave of panic within me. I gripped my husband’s hand tighter, bracing for what she was…
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AAP Launches Research Initiative on Gun Violence Impacting Children
home insemination kit In a significant move to address the alarming rates of gun violence affecting children, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has announced a new research initiative aimed at developing evidence-based interventions. This initiative comes in response to a troubling trend: the government’s reluctance to permit health organizations from thoroughly investigating the effects…
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9 Strategies for Transitioning to a Big Kid Bed
home insemination kit Transitioning a toddler from a crib to a big kid bed is a significant milestone. While many children make this change between the ages of 2 and 3 ½, there is no universally “right” time to do so. Each child’s readiness can vary greatly, and it is important to recognize that this…
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Formula Feeding Enhanced My Parenting Experience
home insemination kit During the labor and delivery of my first child, the question of “Are you breastfeeding or bottle feeding?” came up frequently. I had always thought that breastfeeding was the norm for everyone capable of doing so. I believed that only those with medical reasons, like my sister who had undergone a double…
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20 Essential Insights for New Moms
It’s completely normal to acknowledge that motherhood can be overwhelming, exhausting, and sometimes even resentful, especially when you feel tied down while your partner enjoys the outside world. Choosing not to breastfeed will not endanger your baby’s health, despite what others might suggest. Focus on what truly matters; unless your child is seriously ill, most…
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For the Woman Who Needs to Mind Her Own Business About Kids and iPads
home insemination kit To the author of yet another open letter criticizing parents for allowing their children to use iPads at restaurants: I truly wonder why these letters keep cropping up on various platforms. It’s not as if this has not been addressed numerous times before, and frankly, the arguments made are often repetitive and…
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The Day I Came Close to Endangering My Child
home insemination kit For years, I had been on high alert, waiting for a moment I dreaded. Since our son, Leo, was diagnosed with a peanut allergy at six months old, I had been concerned. Now three years old, Leo was still navigating this challenge. And then, one day, I nearly put him in harm’s…
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Victory for Students with Disabilities: Supreme Court’s Unanimous Decision on Educational Standards
home insemination kit During the proceedings, the Supreme Court examined nine varying levels of educational standards, ultimately rendering a unanimous decision (8-0) that public schools must offer more than just minimal educational provisions. Instead, they are required to ensure that students with disabilities have the opportunity for “appropriately ambitious” progress. In the United States, approximately…
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Five Common Misconceptions About Children’s Sleep
home insemination kit Understanding children’s sleep patterns can be a daunting task, especially when compounded by myths and misinformation. As research continually dispels age-old beliefs, it becomes crucial for parents to rely on evidence-based information. Here, we explore five prevalent myths about children’s sleep that have been debunked. 1. Never Wake a Sleeping Baby The…