In most cases, a fetal Doppler will be able to detect a heartbeat by the end of the first trimester (around 12 weeks). Some providers do not begin checking for the heartbeat with a Doppler device before then to avoid causing unnecessary worry. What Is a Baby Doppler? A fetal Doppler, also known as a baby Doppler, is a handheld ultrasound device used to detect a fetal heartbeat. The device detects movement through sound waves....
While milk is one of the most common dietary sources of calcium, vitamin D, and fat for toddlers, it is certainly not the only one. Many other foods also provide these important nutrients. Overview Dietary fats help the body absorb and store vitamin D. In turn, vitamin D aids in the utilization of calcium for bone and teeth formation, muscle contraction, and other essential functions in the body. Liquid milk is fortified with vitamin D, so kids who regularly drink milk or eat yogurt that is made with fortified milk are likely getting enough vitamin D through food....
Why Some Women Use Progesterone Progesterone is a hormone that is associated with the menstrual cycle. A woman’s level of progesterone rises after ovulation and falls just before she gets her period. In pregnancy, the progesterone level should stay elevated. Progesterone works to maintain the uterine lining and, thus, indirectly nourish the developing baby. So one theory is that a low progesterone level during pregnancy could indicate that a woman has an insufficient uterine lining....
Medications intended to stimulate ovulation (fertility drugs) Medications intended to suppress or control the menstrual cycle (used during IVF) Medications intended to treat an underlying medical condition impacting your fertility Medications intended to treat other aspects of fertility Medications alone may be used, or they may be used alongside intrauterine insemination (IUI), IVF treatment, or surgical interventions. Even though infertility impacts men and women almost equally, women are still more likely to take fertility treatment drugs than men....
Whether you’re planning a birthday party, Halloween party or another special event, don’t forget to send guests home with a bag full of fun treats. Sure, tweens may no longer be interested in finger puppets and tiny jars of Play-Doh, but there are plenty of age-appropriate goodies that are sure to please. When choosing your party favors, try to think of one larger, feature item you know the kids will flip over....
We have good news though—although your little one may no longer need that mid-afternoon shut-eye, they do still need and benefit from a daily rest time. Read on to learn about how to transition your toddler from napping to playing independently for a stretch of time each day. When Do Most Children Stop Napping? Most kids will stop napping somewhere between 2 and a half and 5 years old. “Less than a tenth of kids are still napping at age 5, though many 4 year olds still nap,” says Leah Alexander, MD FAAP, a board-certified pediatrician in New Jersey and the senior editor of Amy Baby Review....
Once your child starts to show these signs, begin practicing reading by working on sight words, having a word of the day, and implementing reading activities. Pay attention to the cues that your preschooler is giving you and go slow. You won’t teach your child to read in a day. Instead, focus on building interest in reading and laying a foundation for reading skills that will develop as your child gets older....
Why Children Are Put in Foster Care There are multiple grounds for children to be removed from their family homes and placed in foster care. Each case is unique and includes many factors for the court or social services representatives assigned to each family to consider. Decisions are made based on what is in the best interest of the child or children involved. Some of the most common reasons for a child to enter the foster care system include one or more of the following:...
In the short term, stress can be a good thing for your teen. It can motivate them to practice their sport in preparation for tryouts or inspire them to join a study group to prepare for a challenging class. But stress can also have a negative impact, especially if it is ongoing or not dealt with in a healthy way. Aside from the fact that their body is constantly “on,” stress that is left unaddressed can cause a number of physical and mental health issues....
The required month-to-month subscription and the tricky channel switching feature that takes some getting used to doesn’t take away from the usefulness of the device. For your big kids who aren’t quite teens but are entering the early stages of independence, keeping in contact with them while they’re away from home is an important first step. While your kiddo might not be ready for a traditional cellphone, getting them an option that allows you to keep in contact when they are away from home is helpful for caregivers as well as great for teaching them responsibility....
Your Premature Baby’s Lungs The working parts of the lungs are the alveoli, tiny sacs in the lungs that inflate with air when we breathe. Alveoli are covered with tiny blood vessels that carry oxygen from the air we breathe to the rest of the body. In premature babies, the alveoli don’t always work as well as they should. A chemical called surfactant usually keeps the alveoli open so that they fill easily with air and work efficiently....
What can parents do to prepare? “Given the costs of education increasing, start to save and invest for these costs," says Will Rainey, the author of “Grandpa’s Fortune Fables.” “The power of compounding from saving over years and tax advantages can reduce the required contributions substantially, compared to not saving in advance.” College savings might come in many forms, but most American families consider a 529 plan first. “A 529 savings plan offers a way for households to save for college in a tax-efficient manner,” explains Raymond J....
Creating completely different behavior plans for each child, however, could be overwhelming. A different set of rules and completely different consequences for each child could lead to complete chaos as you try to remember how to handle each child’s misbehavior. You can, however, tailor your discipline strategies to meet each child’s needs. A slightly different approach to a sensitive child as compared to a fearless child can be instrumental in helping everyone in your family grow together....
What’s more, an infant or toddler who’s teething can be cranky and want to nurse more often than usual for comfort. Or their gums may be so swollen they don’t want to nurse at all. Breastfeeding a baby whose teeth are starting to sprout can be a challenge, but it’s certainly manageable. If you want to continue nursing, there is no need to wean when your baby’s teeth begin to emerge....
First-grade language arts instruction builds on the skills children are expected to have learned by the end of kindergarten, moving them from reading readiness to actual reading skills. It also aims to expand their written skills from letters and words to complete sentences and complex thoughts. While curriculum can vary by state and even school district, there are generally accepted targets children are expected to meet by the end of their first year in elementary school....
To help you prepare, we’ve compiled a checklist of key considerations and skills needed to be a successful foster parent. While there is much more to fostering a child and knowing for sure that you’re ready, this list is a great place to start. Honest Self-Evaluation Before jumping into foster care, most families spend two or three years just thinking about it. Here are a few points to consider before making the final decision on whether or not to take on foster care....
What Is Specially Designed Instruction in Special Education? SDI is also known as specialized instruction, individualized instruction, or differentiated instruction. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the federal law governing special education programs, every student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) must include several elements about how these students will achieve academic goals. Among these elements is a description of specially designed instruction. SDI refers to the teaching strategies and methods used by teachers to instruct students with learning disabilities and other types of learning disorders....
Multiple Disabilities Versus Multiple Diagnoses It’s important to note that there is a difference between “multiple disabilities” and “multiple diagnoses.” That’s because a child may have multiple diagnoses as a result of having been seen by multiple practitioners—but not fall into the “multiple disabilities” category. For example, a child with high functioning autism spectrum disorder might have collected additional diagnoses such as social anxiety, sensory dysfunction, and social communication disorder before finally being diagnosed with autism....
