During labor, the cervix changes from a tightly closed entrance to a fully open exit for the baby. Looking at a cervix dilation chart can help people to understand what’s happening at…
Cold sores are common and relatively harmless in toddlers and children, but the cold sore virus can be dangerous for babies. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, many children will start…
Kids may say the darndest things, but parents tweet about them in the funniest ways. So each week, we round up the most hilarious 280-character quips from moms and dads to spread the joy….
Source: iStock Table Of Content: One of the most troublesome times for a girl is her period. The sudden physiological and emotional changes along with the social stigma associated with puberty tend…
Originally published on Motherly By Heather Marcoux Generations ago, a mother’s village looked a lot more like a literal village. Postpartum mothers depended on family and neighbors for support, but in 2018,…
Image: Shutterstock Jump To Specific Section: Were you ever woken up in the middle of the night to answer “Why doesn’t the dog wear pants?” Well, you can never know what your…
Many women experience night sweats or hot flashes after pregnancy. These are known as postpartum night sweats. Certain home remedies can help relieve the symptoms. Night sweats happen when a woman experiences…
Dehydration occurs when the body uses or loses more fluid than it takes in. Dehydration can affect anyone, including toddlers. On most days, people will replace fluids easily by drinking and eating…
Cardi B is being careful with herself. The “I Like It” rapper has passed more milestones in the last few months than most people do in a lifetime. After dropping her smash debut…
Image: iStock Diarrhea is common in toddlers but it doesn’t make it any easier for parents to handle. It vexes the parents, and puts the toddler under severe physical stress. There are…
During a period, the uterus sheds the lining that has built up in case of pregnancy. While a woman can experience uterine bleeding during pregnancy, it will not be due to a…
Green poop in kids can be alarming, but it usually not a cause for concern. Diet, such as eating leafy greens, often causes green poop. Otherwise, it may be linked to diarrhea…
Photo: Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Chrissy Teigen, pictured in June, shared a photo of herself breastfeeding on social media. It all sounds idyllic, but with a newborn to…
Image: Shutterstock Polio is perhaps the last pediatric illnesses you will think of when you have a baby since it is almost non-existent except in a few pockets of the world. Polio…
Vaginal cramps or spasms may feel like strong, painful muscle contractions. While mild vaginal cramps can be a symptom of menstruation, painful cramps or vaginal cramps that occur outside of menstruation often…
Toddlers are notoriously picky eaters, but there are many iron-rich foods that even the fussiest toddlers will eat. Toddlers are known to reject foods for all kinds of reasons – maybe it’s…
Originally published on Motherly By Alyson Pearson My almost 3-year-old was running through the living room and tripped. It was a short fall, but I’m sure you know what happened next —…
Image: iStock Reading the Bible can be extremely helpful as it is not just a religious asset, but also a sea of knowledge. It advises, helps humanity to grow, and gives us…
Most newborns spend more time sleeping than they do awake, though the sleep may happen in small chunks or on an irregular schedule. Managing a newborn’s sleep is one of the most…
Chrissy Teigen has arguably done more to demystify — and definitely deglamorize — pregnancy and new motherhood than a box set of “Call the Midwife.” Mesh underwear? Leaky, swollen breasts? Nonstop pumping? Been there, done that. In…
Source: Shutterstock The school is where kids have the best time of their lives. Sadly, for some, it may not be so. We all are aware how every school has a group…
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Lennox. All opinions are 100% mine. If you are a homeowner, the list of things on your plate to take care…
Peripheral cyanosis is when the hands, fingertips, or feet turn blue because they are not getting enough oxygen-rich blood. Cold temperatures, circulation problems, and tight jewelry are common causes of peripheral cyanosis….
The actress has three children ― 12-year-old Violet, 9-year-old Seraphina and 6-year-old Samuel. From her homemade scarf to her “baby bump,” Garner has embraced the funny, strange and geeky sides of motherhood. On…
Image: iStock Jump to: Massive triangular structures made without any modern equipment. Statues as tall as giants from fairy tales. Exquisite architecture with intricate detailing that stuns even the best artists. Picturesque…
Lice are parasitic insects that live on the human body, and they are highly contagious. While lice do not carry any diseases, having them can be itchy and uncomfortable. Lice have existed…
By Caroline Knorr, Common Sense Media From cyberbullying to FOMO to cruel comments, social media can be a land mine for kids. Issues we parents never had to worry about, such as…
Image: iStock Nursery rhymes, or the Mother Goose rhymes as called in North America, have been in usage since the 19th century. However, one of the earliest poems, in French, dates back…
After giving birth, many women notice swelling or puffiness in the skin, especially in the legs and face. This is called postpartum swelling. During pregnancy, the body retains extra water to support…
A baby can have an allergic reaction for a variety of reasons. An allergic reaction occurs when the body has an adverse response to a usually harmless substance, such as a soap…