Parenting & Child Development: From Infancy to Adolescence Written by Dr. Tina M. St. John

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.

Signs That You Can't Have a Baby

Published Dec,04 2018 | By Dr. Tina M. St. John

Not being able to have a baby is considered infertility. According to MedlinePlus, infertility is defined as not conceiving a child after one full year of trying frequently. There are many factors that can affect fertility and there are numerous signs that you can’t have a baby.

How Do Babies Breathe in the Womb?

Published Oct,20 2018 | By Dr. Tina M. St. John

Your unborn baby does not breathe through her mouth and nose while she is in the womb. Until her exit from the womb, your baby develops in an environment filled with amniotic fluid.

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What Are the 4 Stages of Puberty?

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Dr. Tina M. St. John

Puberty is a sequential series of physical changes that lead to sexual maturity. These changes are described by Tanner stages, named after British pediatrician Dr. James Tanner. The stages are based on the development of secondary sex characteristics.