Superovulation comes with several risks, including multiple pregnancies (such as twins or triplets), ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, and ovarian torsion. There are also potential risks and side effects related to what kind of treatment is being used, as well as risks associated with the fertility drugs chosen. Fertility Drugs Superovulation or controlled ovarian hyperstimulation should not be confused with ovulation induction. During ovulation induction, Clomid (clomiphene) is commonly used for induction with the goal that the ovaries will produce and release a healthy egg....

Further exacerbating these issues, a new study shows many teens are also dealing with problems falling asleep. Published in the Journal of Adolescence, the study found that teens’ sleep quality has been diminished due to concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. About the Study Researchers with the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) studied 30 teens with a median age of 14. The participants, based in Queensland, Australia, were already part of an ongoing longitudinal adolescent brain study where they were asked general questions about sleep quality....

“Around the house, it is probably easier not to wear socks,” pediatrician Heather Shafi, MD, tells Verywell Family. But when it’s chilly out or your kiddo is wearing shoes, socks are an important layer to protect the feet from blisters, the elements, and anything else. Look at materials, style, value, and your baby’s comfort (’cause they’ll let you know!) when you stock up on socks. For this list, we researched socks in a variety of styles, prices, and materials, all of which have a reputation for quality and for staying on tiny toes....

When shopping for toys for 7-month-olds, keep in mind that they love to explore using their mouths, which means any small part poses a choking risk. We carefully considered toy safety, design, value, developmental milestones, and ease of cleaning when reviewing products. Here are the best toys for 7-month-olds on the market. Both of these toys are great for helping kids work on motor skills, further their cognitive development, and get familiar with colors, shapes, and cause and effect....

“Toys that allow them to make-believe and be imaginative are key, as this is a growing interest in this age,” Justin Schreiber, DO, MPH, the Co-Chair of the School Health Committee and a member of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, tells Verywell Family. Safety is of the utmost importance when it comes to kids’ toys. Consider whether the toy contains any small pieces or button batteries to avoid a potentially dangerous situation....

Which cookbook you choose will also largely depend on your child’s tastes, preferences, and age. Nothing will get them more excited to cook with you than to cook the food they love most. We researched a variety of cookbooks, considering ingredients, recipes, safety plans, taste, and the author’s credibility. Here are the best cookbooks for kids, according to a dietitian. The book brings their scientific and exploratory approach to young chefs everywhere with over 100 kid-tested meals, snacks, drinks, and treats....

Pacifiers come in a variety of sizes and nipple shapes, including those that mimic a human nipple and orthodontic pacifiers designed to prevent future misalignment of teeth. It’s also important to get a one-piece model with a large enough mouth shield to prevent choking. “I would recommend a [pacifier that is] BPA-free, dishwasher safe and without pieces that can come off, posing a choking hazard," board-certified pediatrician Jen Trachtenberg, MD tells Verywell Family....

Pick a book that will pique your child’s interest but still contains historically accurate and up-to-date information about Black culture and history. We carefully considered age recommendations, kids’ appeal, historical and cultural accuracy, and empowerment when reviewing products. Here are the best books to read with kids during Black History Month (and anytime you want to celebrate Black bravery, achievement, and innovation). Price at time of publication: $15 Price at time of publication: $17 Price at time of publication: $8 Price at time of publication: $18 Price at time of publication: $19 Price at time of publication: $8 Price at time of publication: $9 Price at time of publication: $24...

When it comes to actually choosing the style and design of your child’s booster seat, the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center suggests incorporating your kiddo’s opinion into the process. “Kids who are old enough to ride in a booster seat are also old enough to have an opinion about some of the comfort and style choices. Kids are more likely to ride in a booster seat without complaint if they have had a voice in choosing the seat," a rep from the center tells Verywell Family....

While the author doesn’t need to be a medical doctor or world-renowned expert, make sure they are credible and the book aligns with your lifestyle and family. We carefully considered author credibility, reputable information, lifestyle alignment, and value when reviewing products. Here are the best parenting books to read when you are raising a toddler. Frost’s five-step program is easy to digest and zeroes in on key problem areas including sleep, food, learning, play, and manners....

Thermal underwear is a must-have for winter months—the easy-to-layer garment is lightweight, tight-fitting, and thin, so it fits nicely under bulkier layers like a sweatshirt or sweatpants. Thermal underwear is particularly useful if your child plays sports or likes to hike, ski, or play in the snow. “It’s important to dress children in layers when performing those activities so that it allows them to have the optimal comfort level,” says Nilong Vyas, M....

Starting in 1991, NICHD researchers tracked more than 1,350 children from birth through various childcare settings (at home with a parent, relative or nanny, or at day care) to elementary school. It found that children who spent time in “high quality” day care centers as youngsters had better vocabulary by the fifth grade than those who hadn’t. But the study also found that day care charges had more behavior problems, even accounting for the child’s gender, family income, and quality of the daycare center....

Discuss facts about menstruation hygiene products with your teen so she understands exactly what is happening with her body—and that choosing to use tampons will not impact her virginity. She may hear kids at school discuss this with terms like “pop her cherry,” “lose her virginity,” or other crude phrases that can cause worry, confusion, and embarrassment. It is also good to talk about what it means to be a virgin and the values your family has when it comes to sex....

Also, create a designated meeting space outside of your home (say, your mailbox if it is at the end of your sidewalk or driveway). Make sure kids know to go there and wait for you.

Unlike an early miscarriage, you may not have as much choice in your treatment options. Your plan of care may be determined by circumstances outside your control, such as infection or preterm rupture of membranes (also called the bag of waters). Your physician will advise you about any options you have and help you make an informed decision about the right treatments for your individual needs. Please note that these treatments may also apply to women who require a medically indicated termination....

Sometimes the term “vanishing twin” is used for any pregnancy in which one baby in a multiple pregnancy is lost while the other survives, even if the twin has not technically vanished. Usually, the term is reserved for a twin that vanishes in the first trimester. How Common Is Vanishing Twin Syndrome? Studies suggest that vanishing twin syndrome occurs before the 12th week of pregnancy in around 36% of pregnancies with two fetuses, and in more than 50% of pregnancies with three or more fetuses....

In fact, research has found that increasing numbers of people have been hospitalized with COVID-19 while pregnant. It appears that the vast majority of these cases are due to the Delta variant. Further, researchers found that almost all of the COVID-19-positive pregnant people who needed hospitalization were not vaccinated. “Being pregnant and not vaccinated puts a woman at greater risk for severe disease and hospitalization,” says Katherine Wolfe, MD, a maternal-fetal specialist, and director of the Diabetes and Pregnancy Program at Akron Children’s Hospital in Ohio....

The symbolism of the term comes from the idea that a rainbow only appears after the darkness of a rainy, stormy sky—just like rainbow babies are only born after the pain of loss. First coined by grieving parents on blogs and chat rooms, the term has grown in popularity with the rise of social media. Today, many people associate it with rainbow-themed pregnancy announcements and baby photos that are meant to convey hope and healing....