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Bandaging a deep wound requires more than simply sticking a Band-Aid over the cut and hoping for the best. Deep wounds require bandages that are administered after a wound is cleaned and treated at the hospital. Bandaging Head Wounds If a wound affects the scalp, the bandage should be made by tying a kerchief on the head and knotting it in the back. If a wound only affects the forehead, put a square of sterile gauze pad over the wound....

Beads can also be strung on other types of materials besides thread or wire. Heavier decorative cord can be used to string larger beads with larger holes, and leather thongs look good with more primitive-looking beads. You can also use elastic cord to string beads, which works well with continuous bracelets where you don’t want to add a clasp. Besides beads, beading needles, thread, and findings, you might use other equipment, like a bead board for laying out designs, a magnification device (beading can be hard on the eyes), and, possibly, a bead loom for bead weaving....

How can your son possibly convey the excitement of his baseball game to you, replete with countless detailsof dropped balls andextra innings drama, when you are watching TV or thumbing through the newspaper? He needs you to look eagerly only at him, sharing his excitement, asking him what it felt like to stand on second base after hitting his first double. He needs you to demonstrate your avid interest in his story as he animatedly tells you about something very important that just happened in his world....

15 to 20 minutes Materials Package of 3 x 5-inch index cardsPen Directions Extensions Work together to draw a simple stick figure that will move across each successive card.

It’s very important to understand and identify any issues that you run into with your breasts as soon as possible. By quickly taking care of breast problems when they arise, you can prevent them from developing into more complicated issues that can interfere with breastfeeding your baby and your future health. Breast Asymmetry There are typically three situations when breastfeeding women may have breast asymmetry or uneven breasts: Slight Difference in Breast Size One breast may be slightly larger than the other, but it is not causing any concern....

However, as LLLI points out, a woman breastfeeding in the public eye is frequently viewed as inappropriate and taboo. The popular social networking site Facebook has even removed photos of breastfeeding children from some user’s profiles, citing their policy that prohibits members from uploading content that is deemed “obscene, pornographic, or sexually explicit.” Facebook has defended its stance, citing the need for a consistent policy, and claiming the photos flagged for removal were brought to their attention almost exclusively from user complaints....

Without their unwavering support and sensible encouragement, Sheryl most likely would label herself a misfit in her family. A freshman in high school, she is the younger of two children in a long line of highly achieving intellectuals. Her parents are both respected scientists, and her older brother is a Princeton undergraduate. Sheryl, however, is more at home in the sports arena than in the classroom; she lives to play volleyball, soccer, and basketball as well as to snowboard and surf....

Kids are intrigued with all methods of transportation, from wheels on the bus to hot air balloons. Experiencing a mode of transportation that isn’t part of a child’s daily life is quite an experience. Select a method of transportation that you and your child don’t use often. If you drive everywhere in the car, then you might choose the local bus, train, ferry, subway, or cable car. Do a little research online, or find a book in the library that has detailed picture and description of how the chosen mode of transportation works....

Breastfeeding parents who want to help their fellow neighbors by donating blood may wonder if it’s safe for them to do so. The answer is unclear. There is limited research on the safety of donating blood while nursing your baby and mixed (or absent) recommendations from experts. Some doctors, researchers, and organizations give the go-ahead to donate blood while breastfeeding once certain criteria are met, while others advise waiting until your baby is weaned....

If you are suffering from seasonal allergies, and have symptoms like a runny nose, or scratchy throat, you might be wondering if it’s safe to take a medication like Zyrtec while breastfeeding. “There are many trials and research showing that Zyrtec (cetirizine) is safe for nursing moms and has no impact on the baby,” says Cristina Gordon, a certified lactation consultant at BaeBee Mama. “Zyrtec is the preferred allergy medication when breastfeeding....

Here’s what you need to know about the risks associated with developing chlamydia during pregnancy, as well as information about testing and treatment. Does Chlamydia Cause Miscarriage? There is some evidence that chlamydia infection during pregnancy could play a role in miscarriage. In 2011, a Swiss study of blood, vaginal fluid, and placenta samples from women found a higher rate of signs of chlamydia in women who miscarried compared to women who carried their babies to term....

It’s natural to wonder, then, whether you can eat honey while pregnant. Luckily, this sweet and sticky treat is generally safe for you and your unborn baby. Learn more about why you should feel free to enjoy honey while expecting—but take precautions for your baby once they’re born. Eating Honey During Pregnancy Since ancient times, honey has been enjoyed as a tasty food and home remedy for certain ailments. Before, during, and after pregnancy, you might have a taste for this natural sweetener, whether spooned into tea or drizzled over toast or yogurt....

Because much of the hype around intermittent fasting is wrapped up in diet culture, many people have tried it. It it wouldn’t be unusual for someone who is newly pregnant to want to continue a practice that is commonly viewed as healthful. However, now that you’re expecting, it’s one more thing to add to the, “Hey, is this okay?” list you’ve been keeping. The short answer: No, it isn’t a good idea to fast while pregnant....

Why Doctors Warn Pregnant Women to Avoid Hot Tubs The reason behind the recommendation against hot tubs has to do with body temperature. Researchers have found that having an elevated body temperature in early pregnancy increases the risk of neural tube defects; the same finding applies to fevers during pregnancy. Neural tube defects are one of the reasons prenatal vitamins contain folic acid, which has been found to lower the incidences of these defects....