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Being pregnant can be all-consuming, so it’s natural to want to tune into content about this chapter of your life. Whether you’re looking for something lighthearted and funny or a film that’s a bit more substantial, we’ve got you covered. So grab your favorite snacks, curl up on the couch, and get ready to stream our list of the top-10 movies to watch when you’re pregnant. Juno Movie Stats The movie stars Elliot Page, Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner, and Jason Bateman....

2. Are parents pressing? Sometimes your parents’ desire to become grandparents is greater than your desire to be a parent. Don’t let their ambitions prejudice your own decision. Ask them how they can help if you do decide to have children. More: Am I Ready to Have a Baby? 10 Questions to Ask Yourself 3. Are you ready for a career break? Having a baby means taking maternity leave. Many couples also decide to then work part-time and share childcare responsibilities....

You may doubt yourself, have trouble trusting people, and lack quality friendships. This lack of healing and closure is especially true if the bullying was never resolved or addressed when you were younger. Consequently, you are likely still living with the damage to your self-esteem. These lingering effects do not simply go away just because you grew up. Research shows that adults who were bullied as a child are at an increased risk for anxiety disorders, depression, and suicidal thoughts....

Fertility issues that involve the female reproductive system are often difficult to treat, but many of those linked to male infertility respond well to changing health and lifestyle habits. For example, quitting smoking can increase sperm counts within 3 months (approximately how long it takes for new sperm to develop). Eat a well-balanced dietGet enough sleepLimit drinking alcoholMaintain a healthy weightSkip long soaks in hot tubs or bathsTrade in your briefs for boxersTreat underlying medical conditionsQuit smoking...

The good news is that everyone has the ability to become a more authoritative parent. And you can match authoritative parenting strategies like these to your child’s unique temperament to ensure you aren’t using a cookie-cutter approach to parenting. So whether your child is telling you the same joke for the tenth time or sharing a long-winded story, be a good listener. Giving your child positive attention goes a long way toward preventing behavior problems....

Whether you’re headed to a shower or just want to spoil a new baby boy, gift giving can be tricky. Two things to look out for while shopping for a new baby is practicality and sentimentality. Gifts with sentimental value will appeal to parents and can hold lasting meaning as a baby grows up. On the other hand purchasing toys that will challenge and engage babies developmentally is another great option....

Effort: Easy — no sewing required Materials: Food tray Plastic food Glue Roller skates Restaurant apron Circle skirt White ankle socks White short-sleeved T-shirt Pen, napkins, straws, paper pad Instructions: Glue the plastic food onto the tray so that it won’t come off. Dress your child in the clothes listed above. Put the pen, napkins, straws, and paper pad into the pocket of the apron, and your child is good to go!...

Talking about puberty with kids can be especially rough for boys who may not have a dad or other male figure in their life to guide them through the trials and tribulations of growing up. Sex ed classes at school often aren’t enough to really cover the different emotional and social changes that happen to preteen boys during this time. If you want to help your son learn about puberty without embarrassing them, there are tons of great educational books about puberty out there that break it down....

Your Baby’s Development at 32 Weeks At 32 weeks, a baby is over 11 1/2 inches (29.3 centimeters) from the top of their head to the bottom of their buttocks (known as the crown-rump length). The baby’s height is about 16 1/4 inches (41.6 centimeters) from the top of their head to their heel (crown-heel length). This week, the baby weighs over 4 pounds (1,901 grams). Which Trimester? Third trimester How Many Weeks to Go?...

Your Baby’s Development at 33 Weeks At 33 weeks, a baby is over 11 3/4 inches (30.2 centimeters) from the top of their head to the bottom of their buttocks (known as the crown-rump length), and baby’s height is almost 17 inches (42.9 centimeters) from the top of their head to their heel (crown-heel length). This week, the baby weighs a little more than 4 1/2 pounds (2,103 grams). Which Trimester?...

Switch to Plant-Based Proteins According findings from a study reported by Dickinson College, women who consume the highest amounts of animal protein were 39 percent more likely to have ovulatory infertility. The women who ate small amounts of plant-based protein, however, had a substantially lower risk of infertility. If you’re trying to conceive, and you eat a lot of meat, consider cutting back or switching to plant proteins like legumes, beans and tofu for a while....

Visit the Library Take a trip to your local library and check out a few books on Martin Luther King, Jr. Some good picks include, The Story of Martin Luther King Jr. by Johnny Ray Moore, My Daddy, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Martin Luther King, III, and Martin’s Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Doreen Rappaport. After you read through the books you have chosen, take some time to talk to your children about the different concepts, such as diversity, inclusiveness, and being kind toward others....

More: A Guide To Potentially Dangerous Apps Blaire Lent, FamilyEducation’s Teen Expert and owner of The Complete Student, says “When iPads and such first came on the scene, parents were told that their children would learn to read and learn math skills faster and more efficiently with the help of these devices. Many parents went ‘all in’ and encouraged the use of these devices. Unfortunately, the evidence was not there to support those claims....

Even if your family lives in a climate where spring can be rainy or muddy, there are still plenty of engaging activities for teens to do. So, whether you are looking to fill time over spring break, encourage your teen to set down their smartphone, or simply have a bored teen on your hands, here are 55 fun activities you can do with teens or they do on their own....

Assuage your guilt by understanding that no parent is perfect and, sometimes, you do what you must to get through the day. Here are the top seven reasons parents feel guilty and tips for ways to deal with those feelings. Research shows that children’s language, social, and cognitive skills can be benefited by attending a quality daycare. If going to work makes you happy, then your going to work provides a world of benefit for the entire family....

As a parent, you may be wondering if your child’s school has recently tested its water. Perhaps you have even received a letter from your child’s school letting you know that they plan to test for lead during an upcoming school break. You may have received a letter from your child’s school letting you know that some of the drinking outlets have elevated lead levels. While lead in school water is an important public health concern, it is important to keep the potential impact to your child in perspective....

More: 75 Names That Mean Hope to Inspire Your Baby Name Search Here are 75 Native American names to consider for your little one: Native American Girl Names Native American Boy Names Native American Gender-Neutral Names For more baby name inspiration check out these popular baby name lists: Top 1000 Most Popular Baby Girl Names in the U.S. Top 1000 Most Popular Baby Boy Names in the U.S. The 100 Coolest Baby Names in the World...

More: 75 Futuristic Names for Your Little One Created by George Lucas, the Star Wars films are massively popular and have legions of dedicated fans. If you’re a more loyal fan or even just a casual one, you may turn to the films to find name inspiration for your future Jedi. From prequel characters to the Mandalorian characters, if you want to name your baby based on the galaxy far, far away, check out our favorite Star Wars-inspired names for boys, girls, and gender-neutral options....

More: The Ultimate Summer Bucket List for Kids and Families The reality of the situation though is that for most parents the idea of a kids-free vacation remains a fantasy. There are so many excuses not to do it—the money, the effort that goes into setting your kids up to exist without you for a few days, the securing of childcare, the worry about what could go wrong… the list in our heads goes on and on....