Tag: children’s health
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Parents Often Misjudge Their Overweight Children’s Health
Get Pregnant Fast A recent study has revealed a troubling trend: many parents are unaware of their children’s weight issues. The research, often referred to as the “Goldilocks question,” asked parents to classify their kids as overweight, underweight, or just right. Shockingly, nearly 95 percent of parents with overweight children considered them to be “just…
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One in Three American Families Face Diaper Affordability Challenges – Here’s How You Can Help
Get Pregnant Fast It’s no secret that many families across our nation are facing financial hardships. But have you ever paused to consider what “struggling” really means for these households? Approximately one in three American families experience what is known as “diaper need,” meaning they are unable to afford an adequate supply of diapers for…
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3 Essential Body Image Lessons to Share with Our Daughters (And Ourselves)
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s dive into a topic that’s both personal and universal: body image. I used to tip the scales at nearly 300 pounds. At 5 feet 4 inches, I found myself firmly in the “obese” category, and to say I struggled with self-acceptance would be an understatement. Mirrors were my enemy, photos were…
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Lice: The Unwelcome Guests, But You Will Overcome
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I tend to adopt a pretty relaxed attitude towards germs and dirt. My cleaning prowess leaves a lot to be desired, and my diet? Let’s just say it’s not exactly organic or non-GMO. Just the other day, I found myself devouring a half-eaten candy bar I discovered while waiting…
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A Note to Parents Navigating Hemangiomas in Babies
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Dear Concerned Caregiver, If you’re among the many parents puzzled by that prominent, raised “birthmark” on your baby’s skin, I completely understand the worry that prompts you to reach out repeatedly or rush into a clinic. The fear you feel is valid. As a fellow parent, I can relate to that…
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Can Your Child’s Cell Phone Increase Cancer Risk?
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent article from the New York Daily News, a concerning study suggests that cell phones may pose cancer risks to adults, particularly those who frequently hold their phones to their ears. This alarming connection between continuous low-level radiation exposure and a rise in tumors among long-term users raises questions about…
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Can Nuts (of All Things) Make Home More Dangerous Than School?
Get Pregnant Fast Before becoming a mom, nuts were just background noise in my diet. If they were around and I was hungry, I’d munch a bit, but I never craved them. That all changed once I had my daughter. My relationship with nuts transformed into a full-blown aversion. When my little girl was just…
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That Viral ‘Candy-Shaped Drugs’ Halloween Warning Is Just an Urban Legend
Get Pregnant Fast Remember the old tales from our childhood about suspicious neighbors slipping razor blades into apples or hidden needles in Halloween treats? Well, there’s a new urban myth floating around, and it’s just as ludicrous. Recently, a Facebook post gained traction warning parents that their kids might accidentally receive party drugs disguised as…
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My Kids Don’t Have Lice, But If They Did…
Get Pregnant Fast I’m confident my kids are lice-free because, as we all know, only the most unhygienic children get lice. I picked up this gem from political debates, where the truth always shines through. My brother-in-law, a family doctor, might disagree, likely because his kids have had a brush with lice. He prides himself…