Some names sometimes used for a certain kind of birthmark are a stork bite, angel kiss, or salmon patch. This is a small little reddish blotch that sometimes appears just where the forehead and nose come together, but it’s also found anywhere from the neck up. It’s not terribly uncommon;...
Placenta previa is a condition where the placenta is lying low in the uterus above the cervix during pregnancy. If the cervix is covered, it can be impossible for the baby to be delivered naturally. Many mothers find out about this rare condition at a check-up during their pregnancy. If...
A women searched all over to try and find information about what childbirth really feels like, she would not find it anywhere. People she asked said that it feels different for everyone. She says: it starts out feeling like a long period cramp, then the cramps get even worse. It...
There are a few ways to bolster children’s immune systems before they get sick. One is to drink a tea that contains lemon, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and honey. The cayenne can be left out if it is too hot for the kids. Another is to give...
As new parents, we wonder what to expect from our children. Keeping track of their milestones is an easy way to help distinguish your infant from a toddler. Each child is very different, but for the most part, begin to walk any where from 8 months to 16 months. The...
Toddlers can be difficult even in the best of times, but when a sibling comes into the picture some toddlers might start getting more difficult. A consistent routine can help bring your child back to better behavior. Increasing the amount of positive attention they receive, and avoiding any sort of...
You often hear parents rushing to move to the suburbs in hopes to keep their child in a less chaotic environment. But there are many children who thrive in a city and plenty of benefits that outweigh suburbia. Your child will be exposed to more people, cultures and ways of...
Kids can read too much, or at least do so in the wrong situations. They may start to learn to read inappropriate words that do not always fit the situation. Kids that learn to read the word butt can be extremely annoying. You also don’t want your kids to learn...
Here are some tips to get your older kids to go to sleep. Put away the electronic gadgets at least 30 minutes before bed time. Keep the charges in the common rooms so the kids are not too tempted with the phones and portable games safely charging in their bedroom....
Sometimes fear and anxiety can cause us to think and say mean things. Sometimes it’s important to recognize when the fear and anxiety is talking. Responding in a more caring and sympathetic way can give the other person encouragement and a little bravery. When we respond out of fear we...