Getting bit by your toddler or having your toddler bite another child can be very alarming. For the most part, biting behavior in toddlers is a fairly common phase. There are several different reasons toddlers may bite. They become frustrated easily because they haven’t learned to speak, therefore their communication is limited. In this case, biting is a frustration-release for…
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Congratulations to Chip and Joanna Gaines from Fixer Upper. The couple welcomed a precious baby, Crew, to their family over the weekend. Baby Crew joins Emmie Kay, 8, Duke, 9, Ella, 11, and Drake, 13 of the five children in the family. All four siblings waited patiently to see their new sibling. On Twitter, Chip made the announcement, “And then…
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Your newborn will get all of his/her nutrition from breast milk or an iron fortified infant formula. If you choose to bottle feed, your baby will probably eat 1-3 ounces every two to six hours. This will change as your baby gets older and eventually they will drink up to 32 ounces of formula daily. One benefit of bottle feeding…
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Having a new baby on the way is both exciting and scary. What will it be like? What will my baby need? But before you begin planning the nursery colors, you should begin shopping for the most important item your baby will need – a safe car seat. Always purchase a new car seat, since used car seats may have…
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Has your baby been diagnosed with infant reflux? Reflux or GERD is caused by stomach acid moving into the esophagus. The sphincter (or “gate”) that keeps the lower end of the esophagus closed will relax, allowing acid to enter the esophagus. Symptoms of reflux in babies: Hiccups, crying, shows signs of hunger but only eats small amounts due to pain,…
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Michael and Nicole Phelps Olympic Swimmer and Gold Medalist, Michael Phelps and wife Nicole are expecting their 2nd child together. Phelps announced on social media about their pregnancy, “Number 2 on the way!!!! So excited” and “Wonder if it’s a boy or girl??”. In the post, he shared a photo of Nicole holding their handsome son, Boomer. The couple wed…
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Month One The first month begins your nine-month miraculous journey into parenthood. Conception takes place about 2 weeks before your next expected period and after about a 7-10 day trip, the newly fertilized egg ends up in your uterus, where it implants itself into your uterine wall and continues developing. During implantation, you may experience some mild cramping and…
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Feeling your baby move can be a pretty definite sign of pregnancy, although early-on it can sometimes be mistaken for gas or even bowel contractions. “Quickening”, as first movements are often referred to, can be experienced anytime after about the 14th week of pregnancy, although the average time is between 18- 22 weeks along for a first time mom. As…
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Besides ultrasound detection, hearing a fetal heartbeat is definite proof of pregnancy. The heart is beating by the 5th week of pregnancy (or about 3 weeks after conception), but a heartbeat cannot be detected by a Doppler device until at least the 9th week of pregnancy, although it can be seen flickering on an ultrasound sooner. There are times when…
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During the second and third month of pregnancy, gums may begin to become a bit swollen, irritated and may even bleed a little. Sensitivity and bleeding of the gum tissue is thought to be caused from rises in pregnancy hormones, particularly progesterone, in addition to increased blood flow to the mouth. This symptom may get worse as your pregnancy progresses….
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Increased salivation “ptyalism” or excessive salivation is a less common pregnancy symptom which occurs generally during the first trimester and disappears after a few months. Ptyalism is more common in women who suffer from morning sickness. This unpleasant symptom may make you feel as if you need to spit all the time and may even interfere with swallowing. You may…
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You may notice a more skin breakouts during the first trimester of pregnancy. Pimple breakouts are common and can continue throughout the duration of the pregnancy. Many women notice their face becoming increasingly oily and shiny. The “glow of pregnancy” is nothing more than hormonal changes causing the oil glands in your face to work overtime, which leads to unwelcome…
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Heartburn is another pregnancy symptom that may be experienced during the first trimester and beyond. Digestive processes are slowed during pregnancy, therefore stomach acid gets pushed into your esophagus, causing an uncomfortable and sometimes quite painful burning sensation. Pregnancy heartburn get worse before it gets better and increases in the third trimester when your uterus is putting pressure on your…
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Aversions to certain foods is as common as craving particular foods during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester, when morning sickness may be present. Many women find food that they enjoyed previously are no longer appealing to them. Often, pregnant women complain of experiencing a strange “metallic” taste in the mouths, which can make foods less appetizing. more Pregnancy Signs…
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Craving certain foods or possibly unusual combinations of foods can be a fairly early pregnancy symptom during the first trimester (and continuing on throughout the entire 9 months). Besides pregnancy, food cravings can be brought on by stress, depression or a poor diet. Food cravings are believed to be caused from a deficiency, therefore an unhealthy diet may be at…
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