Parenting success relies on understanding developmental benchmarks, managing maternal health during and after pregnancy, and implementing effective behavioral strategies for toddlers and teenagers.
It's normal to have a slightly higher body temperature when you're pregnant, although this varies among women. However, if you notice your body temperature is abnormally high or low, it could be a sign of an illness that could harm you and your baby.
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Your baby's intestinal tract is occupied by beneficial microbes that help promote digestive health. These microorganisms, also referred to as your normal flora, produce vitamins and hormones, aid your immune function and prevent colonization of harmful bacteria.
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C-reactive protein or CRP is a protein produced by the liver that can be measured in a child's blood. Levels of CRP rise when there is an infection or inflammation in the body, according to MedlinePlus.
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Drinking milk and eating dairy products during pregnancy helps supply the necessary amount of calcium for proper fetal growth. Pregnant adults require about 1,000 mg of calcium per day, while pregnant teenagers need about 1,300 mg, according to the National Institutes of Health.
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Hives are red, itchy welts. Heat hives are more accurately described as heat rashes or cholinergic urticaria. They can develop after activities that raise your toddler's body temperature.
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Buying formula for your baby can be pricey, so you probably don’t want to waste it. As expensive as every drop is, specific guidelines exist for how to prepare formula and feed it to your baby. It’s important to follow instructions prohibiting reusing the formula your baby doesn’t drink at a feeding.
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Babies can't regulate their body temperature as effectively as kids and adults because their bodies have more surface area by weight, causing quicker heat loss. Babies also don't have as much insulating body fat, especially sick or premature babies. Keeping babies warm helps them stay healthy and comfortable.
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You may determine that your baby is ready to start eating solid foods when she is around age 4 to 6 months. If family members have food allergies, talk with your child’s pediatrician about your baby’s risk for food allergies.
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Soreness in your joints commonly results from joint tension, muscle tension and fatigue, which are not strangers to breastfeeding mothers. Awkward nursing positions, infections and chronic health conditions are all common causes of joint soreness in breastfeeding moms.
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Even a toddler who has a wide vocabulary will not always be to explain what she’s feeling. Physical cues like covering her ears or having a scared or tense expression on her face may be her way of telling you she has a problem.
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Mint tea is a popular home remedy for congestion and insomnia. Frustrated parents may wish to give it to congested or overtired infants. However, tea poses several risks to infants. Little evidence suggests that it is an effective home remedy for their ailments.
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The skin on the hands is constantly exposed to the elements, making it especially sensitive to dryness and chapping. Children frequently develop severe chapped hands in the winter months, when dry air and artificial heat can both dry out the skin.
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Teething is not pleasant for anyone. After all, sharp little teeth pushing through tender gums are likely to cause at least a little discomfort, and one common symptom of teething is a bit of fussy behavior. Many new parents wonder whether teething can also cause other symptoms, like a runny nose.
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Babies under 1 year old receive a substantial portion of their nutrition from formula or breast milk, and many fall asleep better and sleep longer when they have a bottle before bed. Many babies go through phases during which they refuse to take their bottles at certain times, particularly bedtime.
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Human chorionic gonadotropin, or hCG, is a hormone produced by the placenta during a normal pregnancy. Simple home test kits, which detect the presence of hCG in urine, are effective soon after the pregnancy's conception.
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Abrupt weaning can cause rapid hormone fluctuations, which may possibly lead to headaches. There is no medical documentation that directly links weaning with headaches -- though a rapid weaning might also cause a breast infection or abscess, potentially causing a headache, according to BreastfeedingBasics.com.
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With a newborn in the house, you need all the energy you can get, and biotin will help you. Biotin, or vitamin H, is used to digest carbohydrates, fats and proteins, converting food into energy. It’s also needed for healthy skin, hair and eyes as well as proper liver and nervous system functioning.
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Pregnant mamas-to-be have a list a mile long of the things they need to do during their pregnancies. This list often includes instructions from doctors of what to do to care for themselves, which includes eating healthy, nutritious and balanced meals and snacks throughout the day.
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Every woman goes through an immense number of hormonal changes during and after pregnancy. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, hormones have a direct effect on the brain chemistry that controls mood and emotions.
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Congestion in kids has many possible causes, including exposure to environmental irritants, allergies, viral and bacterial infections and changes in humidity levels.
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