With such a small population, there was no need for people to be identified by any more than one name. These “single” names (they really weren’t first names because no middle or last names came after them) often related to a physical attribute or a circumstance of birth. Many of them still survive as surnames. It is assumed, since there are no definitive records to support this, that naming continued along these lines for many centuries....

Overscheduled Kids Play is essential to development because it contributes to the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being of children and youth. But with all of the structured activities and the strictly scheduled lives kids often live these days, some are left without any real time to just play. Even when given time to play, they may be too tired after participating in organized activities to take advantage of the opportunity....

This can be a little difficult when you don’t know why your child is throwing a tantrum—especially if they are at an age where they are still learning to communicate effectively. Tantrums range in intensity from quietly crying to screaming and kicking. They are most common between the ages of 1 and 3. A tantrum could last from 3 to 15 minutes and can sometimes be concerning. But in most cases, they are nothing to worry about and will pass quickly....

Why Sleeping on the Back Is Safest for Babies While research is still underway, studies suggest that babies get less oxygen and get rid of less carbon dioxide when they sleep on their bellies. In other words, while on their stomachs, an infant is only able to re-breath air from a small pocket of bedding pulled up around the nose. Other findings point to the fact that many babies who die from SIDS have underdeveloped regions of their brain, perhaps areas that prevent them from waking up to remove themselves from danger (like suffocation)....

The issue: Parents need to understand that teachers may have different levels of understanding and training regarding learning disabilities or other special needs, and that teachers require additional support to enable them to serve their students appropriately. Do what you can to find out what kinds of staff development related to special education have been provided or are planned for your child’s teachers (and the administration). Parents might want to ask the teacher if the training is sufficient to meet their needs, and what more it would take for that to happen....

More: 75 Elegant Girl Names for Your Baby Name Search Below is a list of baby girl names that were popular in the 80s, as you can find on this list from the Social Security Administration. So, get out your leg warmers, boom box, and collection of John Hughes flicks. Let’s dive into these totally tubular baby names! Looking for more baby names and inspiration? Check out our Baby Name Center....

Getting Started: Steps 1 - 4 For your child, making the decision to enter the science fair is a very exciting thing. Tackling questions and finding solutions through experimentation goes hand in hand with the development of your child’s left brain thinking. A science fair project can teach your child to find answers through responsibility, commitment and diligent work. Your willingness as a parent to help this process along will be enjoyable time spent with your child and will bring back fond memories of your own scientific discoveries!...

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Literacy Skills Literacy skills are all the skills needed for reading and writing. They include such things as awareness of the sounds of language, awareness of print, and the relationship between letters and sounds. Other literacy skills include vocabulary, spelling, and comprehension. Here are some simple definitions of some of the skills contained within the larger concept of literacy. Phonemic Awareness Phonemic awareness (awareness of sounds) is the ability to hear and play with the individual sounds of language, to create new words using those sounds in different ways....

The most popular Islamic names for girls vary greatly, but they are all meaningful as was recommended by Muhammad. Name meanings related to generosity, faithfulness, and truthfulness are common and highly regarded. Other names are derivatives of popular Muslim boy names. More: A Complete List of Muslim Last Names and Meanings Muslim Naming Traditions Choosing a meaningful Muslim name for your baby is considered to be one of the first major duties of parenthood....

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Most people you will meet on your journey will be strangers, and their only way of judging you—at least at first—is by your appearance. The fact that you may be squished into cramped seats for long periods and may have to spend a lot of time in the same clothes does not mean that your attire should be sloppy or grungy. The way you dress represents what kind of person you are....

Therefore, it is important to pinpoint prevalent changes that take place among the aging population. The following list of characteristics isn’t unique or peculiar to your mom. These characteristics are part of the aging process, Russell notes. Nonetheless, further reading will prove that mother-daughter relationships can flourish during this time period, and that many, many moms maintain respect, compassion, and appreciation for their children’s assistance. Mom’s Personal Frustrations Mom’s newfound limits and lessening of capacity can be profoundly frustrating to her....

DHA Naturally Found in Breast Milk DHA is naturally found in the breast milk of mothers who eat fish, eggs, and red meat. It is critical for the growth and development of your baby’s brain and nervous system, especially since your baby’s brain grows very quickly in his first year of life and triples in size by his first birthday. It also plays a significant role in the development of a baby’s eyes....

If you have a concern, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and call. Most of the time, your provider will be able to answer your question or ease your mind with just a phone call. Other times, you may be instructed to go to the hospital. Below, you’ll find a list of some of the times you should definitely call your doctor. These are all cases when ignoring your concerns because you don’t want to be a bother could result in serious consequences for you or your baby....

Questions to Ask If you’re experiencing difficulty understanding or communicating with your toddler and are starting to worry if there might be a problem, ask yourself the following questions. Do They Try to Speak? By 12 months of age, your toddler should be attempting to communicate verbally with you. Grunts and partial words (like ba-ba for the bottle) do count. Do They Show Interest in Others? When at home and other people enter or leave the room, your child should notice and react....

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But the reality is that developmental delays, developmental disabilities, and learning disabilities are not always discrete issues. All three are grouped together under the name neurodevelopmental disorders in the official Diagnostic Manual (DSM-5). What’s more, different practitioners may use different terms to describe the same things. In this article, you’ll learn about the specific diagnoses that fall in the learning disability and developmental delay categories. You’ll also discover how these two groups of diagnoses relate to and interact with one another....