Most hernias occur in adults in the abdomen or groin as an organ pushes through the muscle or tissue. However, about 20% of infants are born with an umbilical hernia, when some of the baby’s intestines push through the abdominal… read more
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The Sticky Substance in Your Baby’s Diaper
Poop is a normal part of life. As you transition to life with a newborn, you’ll realize that it becomes a topic of everyday conversation. When did the baby last poop? What did it look like? How did you deal… read more
The Crib to Bed Transition
Kids grow up so fast, perhaps a little too fast. Your tiny bundle of joy is now a rambunctious toddler who has gained the ability to mischievously jailbreak their crib, scaling the bars with wild abandon. It might be time… read more
Nurture Connections With the Five Love Languages
Just like adults, Gary Chapman’s Five Love Languages can apply to children. Learning to identify and understand how your child receives love can help make your relationship with your child even more meaningful. Though you might feel that you are… read more
The Pregnancy Line: Linea Nigra
Pregnancy causes many changes to women’s bodies. One of the most unusual is a dark line occuring on the stomach from the belly button to the vagina. Known as the “linea nigra,” it occurs in many, but not every woman.… read more
5 Easy Chores for Children Under 7 Years Old
A big challenge many parents face is deciding if and when their children are old enough for chores. How soon is too soon to teach a child responsibility and how to contribute to the household? It is often a struggle… read more
Teaching Your Child Independence: Let Them Learn the Hard Way
No parent wants to see their child fail. Our protective instincts sometimes urge us to help our children avoid mistakes and bail them out of difficult situations. However, mistakes and failure are part of life — nobody is exempt. When… read more
Tucked in Tight: Compression Wear in Pregnancy
There are many physical changes that happen during pregnancy. Despite the obvious ones, there are others that you may not yet know about. Being prepared can help you know what to expect and what to do to ease the aches… read more
Can You Really Kick Start Labor at Home?
The final weeks of pregnancy can feel like an endless game of waiting. Expectant mothers may be physically uncomfortable and anxious to meet their baby. As the due date approaches, parents wonder if there is anything they can do to… read more
How to Help Your Child Handle Tryouts Like a True Champion
At one point or another, every child will face the fact that they have to complete a tryout or a preliminary round before being able to participate in a certain activity. This tryout could be for a school play, a… read more
