Parenting & Child Development: From Infancy to Adolescence

Parenting success relies on understanding developmental benchmarks, managing maternal health during and after pregnancy, and implementing effective behavioral strategies for toddlers and teenagers.

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Why Do Toddlers Wake Up Crying?

During a baby's earliest months and even in the first year of life, parents can expect their children to wake in the night crying for food, comfort, a diaper change or a pacifier. The first night that a baby sleeps all night is a glorious one for sleep-deprived parents.

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What to Do If I'm Pregnant and Start Shaking When I Don't Eat?

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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Why Do Pregnant Women Get Light-Headed?

Light-headedness, or dizziness, is a very common symptom during pregnancy. Your body is going through some massive changes – weight gain, hormonal shifts, an increase in blood volume and fluctuating blood pressure – that affect your blood flow and can make you feel dizzy.

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When Do You Stop Exercising When Pregnant?

When you're pregnant, you want to do everything you can to protect your health and the health of your developing baby. In addition to eating well, getting plenty of rest and staying hydrated, exercise is another essential for a healthy pregnancy.

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