There are three stages that occur during childbirth. Before the three stages of the childbirth occurs a woman goes through a latent phase. This phase can last for several days. The end of this is marked when the cervix dilates. If the cervix is long that means that not much is in the lower segment and if it is short the opposite is true.When the cervix has dilated to 3 centimeters the first stage of labor has begun. It is not uncommon for a woman...more
Most children awake with nightmares and then are worried about going back to sleep. I would be too! Nightmares happen during the REM (rapid eye movement) stage of sleep. This is a stage that occurs late in the night during the last 1/3 of sleeptime.Nightmares do not occur in adults as often as they do in children. This is because children are taking in new experiences and information much more quickly. Adults are more likely to experience bad...more
The weeks after having a child are extremely tedious. You have to make an enormous adjustment to your lifestyle both emotionally and physically. The stress you deal with during this time is likely the worst you will have to experience during your entire lifetime. As time passes you will find a routine and begin to feel much better but I am hoping this article will help get you through the first few weeks.The physical changes you go through right after childbirth are right on the surface as your body begins recovering. For the first few days you will feel pain as uterus begins contracting. Chances are your doctor will give you a medication to help deal with this pain. For the first two to six weeks you will have slight bleeding from the vagina. You should not use tampons to absorb the bleeding but thick maternity pads.Do not have sex until four to six weeks have passed. If you are unsure about how to deal with birth control then you should talk to your doctor about it. If you had a cesarean section then keep in mind that your recovery time will be longer than a natural birth. If you had a C-section then it will be painful to do everyday things like climb stairs or walking. You must...more
Natural Supplements Are Best for ADHD and Hyperactivity in Children The source for attention deficit hyperactive disorder is yet a mystery. However, doctors are positive about the benefits of using natural supplements for the condition. Studies are going on in the field.A good many doctors who believe in natural health thinks the possible...more
Christmas Gifts For Kids: Will Your Child Like The Christmas Gift That You Bought Him? So, you already bought a gift for your child and now that you are at home, you are havin second thoughts about this Christmas gift and you are not sure whether your child will likeit when you give it to him on Christmas. Have you picked the right Christmas...more
Christmas Crafts for Kids With the holiday season soon upon us, it's time to think about some fun crafts you can do with your children in preparation of Christmas. My kids love doing holiday crafts, and I'm sure yours will too! It has always been challenging to find age-appropriate crafts that all of the children will enjoy making. My children each have a few years between them, so we have amassed quite a collection of crafts and craft ideas. Here are a few suggestions you can use. Consider it an early Christmas gift from me to you!Bead garlands are one of my all-time favorite crafts. They are fun to make, extremely colorful, and great for children of all ages. You will need some string or plastic cord, a whole lot of beads, some scissors, and some glue. Cut the string or cord to the desired length, and thread it through the first bead. Tie a knot around that bead, and add some glue to keep it secure. Now add the rest of your beads. When you reach the end, tie the string off on the last bead and add some more glue. Now that was fun, wasn't it?Pine cone ornaments have also become classics in our Christmas craft repertoire. They are appropriate for children of any age, and...more
JON GOSSELIN is not happy with her ex-wife Kate Gosselin because he thinks that his ex-wife is spending too much time for the reality show Dancing With the Stars performance and not enough with their kids. The former Jon & Kate Plus 8 star is...more
Wonderful Christmas gifts for your teenage daughters Well, it is Christmas time again and everyone in your family is busy making arrangements for the big day. You have a lovely wife and two loving daughters whom you adore and wish to shower...more
Parenting is definitely one of the most difficult tasks you will ever have in this lifetime. As a parent, you not only have amazing responsibilities, but you must also implement all of your actions in the most skilled manner possible in order to...more
So why do children find sicker through the night? My kid, Liam, was Fourteen months aged, and the disturbance coming from their room failed to seem absolutely human: There was clearly a sort of honking will bark followed by a new whistle-y...more
Child behaviour is often defined simply as the actions of a little child in his or her formative years. Fathers and mothers play a really important job in shaping the behaviour of youngsters. It is vital to illustrate to them the suitable behaviors...more
Hiring an Entertainer For Your Child's Birthday Party The date is set. The invitations need to go out in the next couple of days. The theme is decided and the decorations are waiting for you at the party supply store... Oh yeah, why don't...more