The air is crisp, the trees are losing those last few leaves and sweater weather is in full swing. Closets are now displaying cozy knits, leggings and boots to stay warm and comfy during the chilly season. If you’re looking for some fall and winter fashion inspiration, read on to see our top outfit ideas
Month: November 2018
Let’s face it—when you’re a busy mom, some days you don’t even have time to worry about how little time you have. And when the house is a mess, the kids are hungry again, and due dates are quickly approaching, your to-do list might feel like its piling higher than the dirty laundry basket. Here
Micropenis refers to an abnormally small penis. Micropenis is rare and hormonal or genetic issues are most often the cause. Doctors will usually diagnose and treat the condition at birth. In this article, we look at the definition of micropenis, the symptoms and causes, and the ways a smaller-than-average penis may or may not affect
Image: Shutterstock Brain development is a lifelong process. But its development in the childhood years is important because that forms the foundation for the growth later in life (1). Therefore, parents have to focus not only on the physical growth but also on brain development of the child. And just like the body needs exercise
More than likely when someone says “adoption,” you picture a family adopting a newborn baby. That’s probably because when adoption is portrayed in movies and on television, it is generally portrayed as parents adopting an infant. More often than not, those parents are adopting because they are unable to have a baby of their own.
Some research suggests that melatonin can help treat children with sleeping difficulties. However, it is best to try lifestyle changes or speak to a doctor before giving melatonin to a child. Sleep plays an essential role in overall health and well-being. Sleep is especially important for children as their bodies and brains are still growing
By Caroline Knorr Google Home and Amazon Echo ― the sleek, voice-activated home assistants that do everything from turn off your lights to read your kids a story ― are being touted as the smartest things since sliced bread. With their kid-targeted games, activities, books, and even homework help, what parent wouldn’t want one of
Image: iStock As a mom, I’m quite proud of myself! Since I’ve introduced my children to nutritious food early in their lives, they actually love to eat vegetables and fruits at any time of the day. Whenever they are hungry, they grab an apple or orange instead of potato chips or chocolate bars. But recently,
Although all pregnancies are different, certain symptoms tend to occur in each trimester. For some women, the second trimester means the end of morning sickness and fatigue, but it also means the onset of specific types of pain. Pregnancy consists of three trimesters. The second trimester lasts from weeks 13 to 28. In this article,
Food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome is when food allergies affect the gastrointestinal tract of babies and young children. It is rare but may be more prevalent than doctors previously understood. The main symptoms of food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome, or FPIES, are recurring, severe diarrhea and vomiting. An infant may experience these symptoms from time to time,
After a long day at work, Dr. Grace Farris likes to reflect on her life by creating humorous cartoons, many of which tackle the ups and downs of motherhood. In college, Farris would complete a daily comic. Now, as chief of the Division of Hospital Medicine at Mount Sinai West in New York City, she
Kids often say hilarious and nonsensical things. But sometimes they make some really good points that make you think, “Can’t argue with that!” Thanks to Lacey Ellis’ LittleHoots app, which lets parents document their kids’ funniest lines, these moments of persuasion can be saved for posterity. Here are 27 examples of cute, funny and downright
When gift shopping for new moms on your holiday list this year, your instinct might be to go straight to the baby aisle. (We feel you — tiny baby clothes are almost too cute to resist!) But we urge you: Don’t forget about mom herself! Adjusting to life with a new baby is no doubt
Image: Shutterstock Nail art is one funky way to make a point, delve a bit further into that locked-away version of you, and experience a bit of life on the cool side. The ease of creating nail art and the simplicity of application make it an excellent option for teen girls looking to try something
The statistics are staggering. Only one out of every three children in the U.S. spends time being physically active each day. Less than fifty percent of the time that kids spend in P.E. class or sports practice involves enough activity to be considered exercise. And, children and teens spend an average of seven or more
Getting ready for a new baby is an exciting time — and also an overwhelming time. There’s a long list of supplies to purchase and preparations to make before the baby comes, and this can feel financially (and emotionally) overwhelming. You want everything to be perfect from the nursery to the maternity photos, and every
Image: Shutterstock Winters are dangerous for children. They often fall sick with a cold, cough or indigestion. They want to go out and play but you may be apprehensive about their health. This could easily lead to boredom and disappointment; they may even throw tantrums during mealtimes. This situation is easily avoidable if you help
Image: Shutterstock Yes, babies grow fast. And, very soon they would be able to walk alone, drink from a cup, and remember names of several objects around. All this happens at the age of 18 months. This is also the time when they are no longer an infant, but a toddler. There are many such
Image: Shutterstock Sleepover parties, a growing trend among teenagers, are a fun idea of getting some alone time to interact and catch up on life. Most teens love to throw these parties where food is the next best element after friends and fun. Keeping awake all night long is just a trend in these parties.
For a full five minutes, Tracy Mehan watched in disbelief as her 12-year-old slept through a smoke alarm blaring in the same room as him — not stirring once. Mehan had brought her son to a Columbus, Ohio, sleep lab to take part in an experiment pitting traditional high-pitched smoke alarms against various models that
It’s a classic parenting experience: You buy an adorable, colorful toy for your baby to play with… only to find that they’re much more more intrigued by your car keys, or the TV remote, or the toy’s packaging. As the holiday season approaches, let this video serve as a warning to parents tempted by the
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention this month announced the outbreak of a polio-like mystery illness that has affected at least 70 children and may stem from a common respiratory virus. Around the same time, the agency reported the first pediatric flu death of the season. And this week, there is the tragic
By Caroline Knorr, Common Sense Media Hate speech is all over the internet. Fueled by trolls, extremists, false information, and a group mentality, this kind of cruelty against a religion, ethnicity, sexual identity, gender, race ― or anything, really ― has reached a fever pitch. And while some kids will be attacked, and some may
As smartphones become more a part of our daily lives, many parents question how old their kids should be to have a device of their own. At HuffPost Parents’ How To Raise A Kid conference in Brooklyn on Friday, technology and children’s media experts discussed what parents should consider before handing over a cellphone to
Rob Scheer entered the foster system at 12 years old after a childhood filled with abuse. Decades later, he works to educate people about the system and let them know what it’s really like to be a child simply looking for a home to call their own. In his book A Forever Family: Fostering Change
Death and grief are natural parts of the human experience, but mourning a loss is also an incredibly complex process. When a young child loses a loved one, parents often grapple with the challenge of explaining the concept of death and helping their little one through the grieving process (all while grieving themselves). To help
Image: Shutterstock Did the pediatrician tell you that your child is suffering from malnutrition even though he is overweight? That could confuse you but is, unfortunately, true. Malnutrition is not just about underweight but overweight too. And interestingly, obesity also occurs due to starvation. Don’t be alarmed yet. There is a way around this, and
Image: Shutterstock An occasional cough wouldn’t bother you. But if your baby coughs continuously and for days together, it is definitely worrisome. They wouldn’t sleep or feed, and can even get breathless. You want to help them in whatever way possible but may not know what to do. MomJunction tells you about the various reasons
Image: Shutterstock Abdominal or stomach pain is common among children and most cases are treatable. Kids up to the age of 11 may suffer from these problems. However, abdominal pain in teenagers is not common and could be a cause for concern. A frequent or recurring pain should be examined and medical help should be
Image: iStock Jump To Specific Section: Anna has reached the age of puberty. Her mom Debby was expecting Anna’s first period to begin any time now. This has been bothering Debby for some time as she did not want Anna to face any embarrassment at school. Moreover, it could be painful for Anna and she
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