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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Babies Born With Chlamydia

Chlamydia, among the most common sexually transmitted diseases, affects an estimated 100,000 pregnant women each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This disease not only poses substantial risks to women but also to their babies during delivery.

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How Does Play Affect the Growth & Development of Children?

Playtime is more than just fun and games for children; in fact, playing is more like their job. It's the way young kids learn and develop new skills for their development, according to the Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning.

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Breastfeeding & Decrease in Bowel Movements

Health organizations and the medical community encourage women to breastfeed for good reason. It provides proper nutrition for babies, in addition to lowering their risk for sudden infant death syndrome and other health conditions.

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Stomach Discomfort After a C-Section

Cesarean births are not unusual in the United States. Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released in 2007 show that almost a third of births involve c-section deliveries. Yet while this procedure is common, it is not without significant risks to both women and their babies.

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