Most of us experience a complex range of intense emotions toward possessions. As Americans, we are trained consumers. We often purchase with mixed feelings, however. We know we have too much stuff. At the same time, we often feel, in fact are conditioned to feel, that we don’t have enough. Gaining a deeper understanding of your relationship to the material world can enhance your enjoyment of the things you have....

Claire Henderson, a mother in Doncaster of the United Kingdom, recently posted pictures of her baby hospitalized with cold sores from the herpes virus. Unfortunately, the baby had been kissed near the lips and doctors found the herpes virus on her chin, cheeks, and lips. As we know, cold sores are caused by the herpes virus and many people have herpes without even knowing it. There are two different types of herpes virus:...

How to Set Up Primary Furniture in a Nursery There are four main pieces of furniture in the nursery—a crib, changing table, dresser, and a chair. The price of furniture varies and may be influenced by detailing, finish, quality of construction, and overall design. The first step in your selection is to determine how long you want to be able to use it. With planning, you might consider a nursery design so that:...

If you’re like most parents on their search for a perfect girl name, you may be hoping to incorporate special meaning, honor a family or cultural tradition, or find a name that’s unique on its own. Top 1,000 Baby Girl Names of 2021 Whatever your approach, this list of the 1,000 most popular baby girl names, as recorded by the Social Security Administration (SSA), will help you consider all your options, enjoy the experience, and narrow down your list to a favorite choice....

1. No Pain Medication Risks to the Baby Many mothers who have chosen to have an unmedicated birth do so because they do not want to assume the risks of medications in labor. They worry about the potential problems that can occur when there is medication involved. So they opt to skip pain medication for their childbirth experience. Some pain medications can increase the risk of fetal distress or other interventions....

We know of one instance in which two attorneys representing opposing sides in a divorce case met to reach a settlement. After the meeting, they went out to dinner together. One of the lawyers had the audacity to charge his client for the time spent at dinner and for the dinner itself! Needless to say, the outraged client agreed to pay only for the time spent on his case. Then, he changed attorneys....

There are all sorts of gadgets and fun stuff, so you are going to find something that catches your eye. Plus, we included the links to some of our favorites to make purchasing a breeze. Editor’s Note: We know raising kids can be hard. That’s why we’re dedicated to making your life easier with the latest and greatest parenting advice and products. We wanted to let you know that if you chose to purchase one of the items featured in this post, we may receive a small commission for it....

Unstructured play is often informally referred to as simply “letting kids be kids” or “just play.” At times, you may also hear it called “free play” or self-play." Child-Led Play Rather than have a purpose, the play and activities are child-led, often leading to play that is creative and improvised. Unstructured play doesn’t necessarily mean a child plays alone. Play partners in the form of peers, siblings, and even parents can definitely take part in unstructured play with a preschooler....

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The walking epidural is a popular alternative to the complete numbness offered by classic epidurals. Walking epidurals provide effective, safe pain relief without fully blunting sensations for the pregnant person. The medications used in a walking epidural allow greater feeling and movement in the lower half of the body during labor and delivery. In the procedure, anesthesia is administered directly into the epidural space (outermost section) of the spinal cord as needed during labor....

Effort: Quick and easy - no sewing required Materials: Large, square cardboard box White paint and brush, or white spray paint Empty laundry detergent bottles Some old clothes and towels Hot glue gun or superglue Utility knife Markers Instructions: Cut the flaps off the cardboard box, then flip the box upside down, and cut three sides of a square hole that’s large enough for your head. Fold and flip up the last side of the square....

Causes of Newborn Weight Loss Newborns who are breastfeeding can lose weight for a variety of reasons. Lose more than 10% of his birth weight Continue to lose weight after the first week of life Are still under their birth weight after two weeks Not breastfeeding enough: It is important to put your baby to the breast at least every two to three hours to stimulate healthy milk supply and provide your baby with enough breast milk to gain weight....

In June 2022, Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines for children aged 6 months on up were approved by U.S, Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These vaccines were officially recommended for children aged 6 months and older by the the CDC on June 18, 2022. As of June 15, 2022, 10.2 million kids—and counting—have received their first dose, while 8.3 million children are fully vaccinated. Some families are concerned about potential side effects of the vaccine....

Pregnancy and childbirth can have quite an impact on the muscles of the pelvic floor, and they can become stressed and weakened as a result. Living with a weak pelvic floor can cause long-term discomfort and complications. Pelvic floor therapists are physical therapists who can help treat pelvic floor issues. How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help We spend a lot of time and energy thinking about how our bodies change from pregnancy and childbirth—stretched abdominal skin, stretch marks, weight gain, swollen hands and feet, and more....

Miscarriage after IVF may mean a loss of thousands of dollars and, possibly, the potential to try again. Many do not receive insurance coverage for expensive fertility treatments and it’s not uncommon for a couple to have only enough money to try once or twice. It’s important to recognize the need for sensitivity and support. What Not to Say People usually mean well, but the wrong words get said way too often to someone who has had a miscarriage....

The Treasure Chest In my family, playing cards was an after-dinner ritual. My parents kept a jar of pennies on a kitchen shelf and a deck of cards in our game cupboard in preparation for game night. Sometimes they’d even invite their own friends over and we’d have a houseful of fun. The game cupboard was full of various materials used to entertain ourselves—from board games to outdoor recreation items like balls, badminton rackets, nets, and tennis rackets....